GMC Terrain NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 GMC Terrain an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2027):
NHTSA rates the GMC Terrain at 5 ★ overall, 5 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
GMC Terrain Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 GMC Terrain SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 48 |
| 2024 | 2024 GMC Terrain SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 48 |
| 2023 | 2023 GMC Terrain SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 2 | 37 |
| 2023 | 2023 GMC Terrain SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 2 | 37 |
| 2022 | 2022 GMC Terrain SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 4 | 77 |
| 2022 | 2022 GMC Terrain SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 4 | 77 |
| 2017 | 2017 GMC Terrain SUV FWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 133 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
GMC Terrain Safety FAQ
Is the GMC Terrain a safe car?
NHTSA gives the GMC Terrain an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the GMC Terrain?
The GMC Terrain scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 16.4%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the GMC Terrain have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested GMC Terrain as having electronic stability control, with forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.