How many fuel system complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 GMC Terrain?

NHTSA lists 16 Fuel System complaints for the 2010 Terrain, which is 6% of the 290 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2010 GMC Terrain fuel system?

No. The data shows no related recalls filed for the Fuel System component on the 2010 GMC Terrain.

At what mileage do fuel system problems tend to show up on the 2010 Terrain?

The median mileage at failure for Fuel System complaints on the 2010 Terrain is 68,887.5 miles.

Did the 2010 GMC Terrain fuel system issues cause crashes or fires?

NHTSA data shows 2 crashes tied to Fuel System complaints for the 2010 Terrain, with no fires and no injuries reported.

How does the 2010 Terrain compare to other years for fuel system complaints?

The 2010 Terrain's fuel system complaints made up 6% of that year's total, lower than years like 2022 at 62% and 2023 at 54%.

2010 GMC Terrain Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 16 Fuel System complaints for the 2010 GMC Terrain, 6% of its 290 total complaints for the year, with 2 crashes and no fires or injuries. The median mileage at failure is 68,887.5, and there are no related recalls on file.

Fuel System complaints: 16; 6% of 290
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 68,888 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Owners report rough idling and rough shifting along with poor gas mileage, sometimes noticed while the vehicle was still under factory warranty.
Some describe sudden shaking and an unexpected drop in speed while driving at highway speed, with the engine power control light coming on.
Several owners report a strong fuel smell entering the cabin, in one case linked to a fractured timing chain and accompanying check engine light.
Owners also report fuel system component failures such as a failed high pressure fuel pump and a leaking hose described as part of the gas recycling system.
One owner reports an O2 sensor failure alongside a cracked exhaust manifold discovered after a certified used purchase.

When 2010 GMC Terrain fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 18, 2011, latest Nov 25, 2024.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2011 to Nov 2024; peak Feb 2018 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2010 GMC Terrain

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Fuel System complaints by Terrain model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201016 (6%)
201148 (12%)
201229 (8%)
201323 (6%)
201415 (5%)
201517 (6%)
20163 (2%)
20174 (3%)
201815 (7%)
20194 (2%)
202031 (16%)
20214 (11%)
202237 (62%)
202321 (54%)
202410 (20%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 GMC Terrain?: NHTSA lists 16 Fuel System complaints for the 2010 Terrain, which is 6% of the 290 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2010 GMC Terrain fuel system?: No. The data shows no related recalls filed for the Fuel System component on the 2010 GMC Terrain.
At what mileage do fuel system problems tend to show up on the 2010 Terrain?: The median mileage at failure for Fuel System complaints on the 2010 Terrain is 68,887.5 miles.
Did the 2010 GMC Terrain fuel system issues cause crashes or fires?: NHTSA data shows 2 crashes tied to Fuel System complaints for the 2010 Terrain, with no fires and no injuries reported.
How does the 2010 Terrain compare to other years for fuel system complaints?: The 2010 Terrain's fuel system complaints made up 6% of that year's total, lower than years like 2022 at 62% and 2023 at 54%.