How many brake complaints does the 2012 GMC Terrain have?

NHTSA lists 17 brake-related complaints for the 2012 GMC Terrain, which is 5% of the 364 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2012 GMC Terrain?

No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to the brake complaints filed for the 2012 GMC Terrain.

At what mileage do 2012 GMC Terrain brake problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure across the reported brake complaints is 61,287 miles.

Did any 2012 GMC Terrain brake complaints involve a crash?

Yes, NHTSA data shows one crash and one injury tied to brake-related complaints for this model year, with no fires reported.

How does 2012 compare to other Terrain years for brake complaints?

The 2012 model year's 17 brake complaints (5% share) are lower than 2010 (27 complaints, 9%) and 2011 (29 complaints, 8%), but far below the spike seen in 2018-2020, when brake complaints reached 40-42% of all complaints in those years.

2012 GMC Terrain Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 17 brake complaints for the 2012 GMC Terrain, 5% of its 364 total complaints that year. Median mileage at failure was 61,287. There are no related recalls, and one of these complaints involved a crash with injury.

Brakes complaints: 17; 5% of 364
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 61,288 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report the brake pedal traveling to the floor and needing extra force to stop the vehicle, in one case traced to a master cylinder needing replacement.
Some drivers describe the vehicle stopping abruptly when only lightly tapping the brakes at highway speed, pointing to a malfunctioning brake assist system.
Several complaints describe a 'service stabilitrak' or 'reduced engine power' warning appearing at the same time as a loss of braking or power while driving at moderate speed.
One complaint describes the brakes failing to stop the vehicle in time, resulting in a rear-end crash and an injury.

When 2012 GMC Terrain brake complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 23, 2013, latest Jun 20, 2022.

17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2013 to Jun 2022; peak Mar 2016 (3).

Brakes recalls for the 2012 GMC Terrain

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Terrain model year

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

201027 (9%)
201129 (8%)
201217 (5%)
201313 (4%)
201415 (5%)
201517 (6%)
20168 (5%)
20173 (2%)
201887 (40%)
201977 (42%)
202072 (37%)
20218 (23%)
20221 (2%)
20230 (0%)
20243 (6%)
20253 (23%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2012 GMC Terrain have?: NHTSA lists 17 brake-related complaints for the 2012 GMC Terrain, which is 5% of the 364 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2012 GMC Terrain?: No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to the brake complaints filed for the 2012 GMC Terrain.
At what mileage do 2012 GMC Terrain brake problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure across the reported brake complaints is 61,287 miles.
Did any 2012 GMC Terrain brake complaints involve a crash?: Yes, NHTSA data shows one crash and one injury tied to brake-related complaints for this model year, with no fires reported.
How does 2012 compare to other Terrain years for brake complaints?: The 2012 model year's 17 brake complaints (5% share) are lower than 2010 (27 complaints, 9%) and 2011 (29 complaints, 8%), but far below the spike seen in 2018-2020, when brake complaints reached 40-42% of all complaints in those years.