Trim Report

GMC Terrain SL2023

Includes:TERRAIN|SL

GMC Terrain Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2023 GMC Terrain trims

Elevated

With 2 recalls and 38 complaints, the 2023 GMC Terrain rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
38
Complaints
2
Crashes
1
Fires
Recall Findings
22V9290002022-15-12
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with ventilated front passenger seats. The Occupant Classification System may not properly disable the front passenger air bag when there is a small child or child restraint detected in the seat.

In the event of a crash, a front passenger air bag that deploys with a child or infant in the front passenger seat can increase their risk of injury.

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23V3390002023-11-05
CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The four rear-seat lower child seat LATCH anchorage bars may have excessive powder coating, which could prevent a child seat from being installed with the anchorage bars. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."

The inability to install a child seat with the LATCH anchorage bars could result in an unsecured child seat, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2023 GMC Terrain's biggest weak point? FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM. It leads 38 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Fuel/propulsion System5
02Engine,fuel/propulsion System3
03Fuel System, Gasoline,engine2
04Unknown Or Other,fuel/propulsion System2
05Power Train2
38 total across 1 model years (2023–2023)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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GMC Terrain Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2023 GMC Terrain trims

26mpg combined
·
24city
·
28-29hwy
·
$2,350/yr

The 2023 GMC Terrain delivers 26 MPG combined, consistent across 2 configurations. Straightforward efficiency.

By Trim
Terrain AWD - Automatic 9-spd
26mpg
1.5L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
24 city28 hwy~$2,350/yr5/10 Average
Terrain FWD - Automatic 9-spd
26mpg
1.5L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city29 hwy~$2,350/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the SL Worth It?

Common questions about the 2023 GMC Terrain SL

How does the SL compare to other GMC Terrain trims?

The SL occupies a distinct position in the GMC Terrain range. See how it stacks up on the 2023 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2023 GMC Terrain SL?

Budget for standard SL maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2023 has 2 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the GMC Terrain SL?

For the SL, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the GMC Terrain buyer's guide.

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