Does the 2013 GMC Terrain have a wiper recall?

Yes. Recall 16V582000, reported August 4, 2016, covers 2013 GMC Terrain and Chevrolet Equinox vehicles where the windshield wiper module's ball joints can corrode and wear, causing wiper failure. Dealers inspect and, if necessary, replace the front wiper module for free.

How many visibility and wiper complaints were filed for the 2013 GMC Terrain?

NHTSA lists 53 complaints in the Visibility & Wipers category for the 2013 Terrain, which is 15% of all 364 complaints filed for that model year.

At what mileage do wiper problems typically show up on the 2013 Terrain?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 60,000 miles.

Did the wiper failures cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data for this component and model year lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries among the reported complaints.

Is the 2013 Terrain worse for wiper complaints than other Terrain years?

Compared to other Terrain years, 2015 had the highest count at 120 complaints (40% share) and 2014 had 89 complaints (30% share), while 2013's 53 complaints (15% share) is lower than those two years but higher than most years from 2017 onward.

2013 GMC Terrain Visibility & Wipers Problems

Owners filed 53 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2013 GMC Terrain, 15% of all complaints that year, with median failure mileage at 60,000. Recall 16V582000 addresses corroded wiper module ball joints that can cause sudden wiper failure.

Visibility & Wipers complaints: 53; 15% of 364
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 60,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical visibility and wiper symptoms owners report

Windshield wipers suddenly stop moving mid-drive during rainstorms, cutting off forward visibility.
The wiper linkage ball joint corrodes and separates from the motor, disconnecting the wiper arms.
One or both wiper blades detach from the linkage entirely while still in use.
Owners under recall 16V582000 report dealers had no parts available to complete the repair, leaving the defect unresolved for extended periods.
Some owners describe the top portion of the windshield darkening or tinting abnormally, obscuring night vision.
Wiper failures are frequently reported at highway speeds in heavy rain, with drivers describing near-collisions while trying to pull over.

When 2013 GMC Terrain visibility and wiper complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 10, 2014, latest Oct 20, 2022.

53 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2014 to Oct 2022; peak Jan 2017 (9).

Visibility & Wipers recalls for the 2013 GMC Terrain

NHTSA 16V582000Aug 4, 2016Visibility & Wipers367,808 vehicles
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode and wear over time, possibly resulting in one or both of the windshield wipers becoming inoperative.
Risk: Inoperative windshield wipers may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, dealers will repair the AIP-hole, inspect and, if necessary, replace the front wiper module, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 25302.

Visibility & Wipers complaints by Terrain model year

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

201045 (16%)
201135 (9%)
201280 (22%)
201353 (15%)
201489 (30%)
2015120 (40%)
201648 (32%)
20174 (3%)
20185 (2%)
20193 (2%)
20204 (2%)
20211 (3%)
20221 (2%)
20231 (3%)
20240 (0%)
20251 (8%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 GMC Terrain have a wiper recall?: Yes. Recall 16V582000, reported August 4, 2016, covers 2013 GMC Terrain and Chevrolet Equinox vehicles where the windshield wiper module's ball joints can corrode and wear, causing wiper failure. Dealers inspect and, if necessary, replace the front wiper module for free.
How many visibility and wiper complaints were filed for the 2013 GMC Terrain?: NHTSA lists 53 complaints in the Visibility & Wipers category for the 2013 Terrain, which is 15% of all 364 complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do wiper problems typically show up on the 2013 Terrain?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 60,000 miles.
Did the wiper failures cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data for this component and model year lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries among the reported complaints.
Is the 2013 Terrain worse for wiper complaints than other Terrain years?: Compared to other Terrain years, 2015 had the highest count at 120 complaints (40% share) and 2014 had 89 complaints (30% share), while 2013's 53 complaints (15% share) is lower than those two years but higher than most years from 2017 onward.