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2014 GMC Terrain lights problems

17 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 42,678.

owner complaints
17
of this car's complaints
6%
typical mileage
42,678
crashes
0
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Headlights
    2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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GMC Terrain lights problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2014 GMC Terrain lights

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Headlights 15

Related recalls

Exterior lighting: headlightsReported March 8, 2022 · 740,581 vehicles affected
What is wrong
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2017 GMC Terrain vehicles. A reflection caused by the headlight housings may illuminate areas above the vehicle and outside of the driver's view with excessively bright light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
The bright reflection may cause a glare for other drivers, reducing their visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install headlamp appliques, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2022. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1‑800‑462‑8782. GM's number for this recall is N222363740.

Recall number 22V137000 · Recall details

What 2014 GMC Terrain owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 10, 2024 · Lights · 25,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds at night, the headlight illumination was inadequate. The contact used the high-beam headlights while driving at night. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V137000 (Exterior Lighting). The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.

Filed Sep 19, 2023 · Lights · TX

I haven’t had a call back from the dealership it has been over a year since I’ve heard anything from them to get the recall fixed.

Filed Aug 14, 2023 · Lights, Visibility · NY

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Numbers: 22V165000 (Visibility) and 22V137000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Feb 8, 2023 · Lights, Visibility · 133,000 miles · MS

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V165000 (Visibility) and 22V137000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the parts to do the recall repair were unavailable. The contact had experienced a windshield wiper failure while driving at approximately 35 MPH in a rainstorm. The contact also stated that recently the passenger’s side headlight stopped functioning. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 133,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Nov 24, 2022 · Lights · WA

I took the car in for a recall regarding the headlights. The recall number is N222363740. The dealer placed a sticker. On the headlights, which now makes it hard to see at night this is my wife’s commuter car to work at the hospital. We live in a very rural area where the 2 lane roads are remote and very dark.my wife works from 7:00 am to 7:30 pm but with her commute she leaves at 5;30 am and returns home around 9:00 pm . This includes every single shift she works, so the bottom line is she leaves at dark and gets home at dark, needing her headlights to work and home every trip. ever since they applied the sticker to the headlights, she’s having a much harder time seeing the road which is making it dangerous especially in winter weather. Since she travels by Two lane very dark back country roads. I am asking for a different remedy for the headlight situation, other than the stickers on the headlights that are actually making it harder to see. I’m afraid she’s going to get in a car accident rather it be with a vehicle or the many deer. We have run across the roads out here by not being able to see. I feel this is very time sensitive and would really appreciate a response back as soon as possible. Thank you very much. [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

Filed Nov 17, 2022 · Lights, Visibility · VA

The contact owned a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Numbers: 22V165000 (Visibility) and 22V137000 (Exterior Lighting) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted.

Filed Oct 7, 2022 · Lights · AL

I went in yesterday, 10/6/22, for a fix to recall #N222363740. All they did was put an applique on the outside of both my headlights which came off at the car wash today. I waited 4 years for a remedy and an hour at the dealer for cheap looking bandaid. NOT ACCEPTABLE!! See attached photo of GM's fix.

Filed Sep 15, 2022 · Lights, Visibility · IN

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V165000 (Visibility) and 22V137000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available on 22V165000. Parts distribution disconnect for 22V137000.

Filed Jul 1, 2022 · Lights, Visibility · PA

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V165000 (Visibility) and 22V137000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jun 6, 2022 · Lights, Visibility · 96,000 miles · IL

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the windshield wipers failed to operate as needed. Additionally, the headlights were inoperable. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Numbers: 22V165000 (Visibility) and 22V137000 (Exterior Lightning) associated with the VIN; however, the contact had not yet received the recall notifications. The failure mileage was approximately 96,000.

Questions about the 2014 GMC Terrain lights

Does the 2014 GMC Terrain have lights problems?

Owners have filed 17 complaints about the lights of the 2014 GMC Terrain, 6% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2014 GMC Terrain lights problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 42,678 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2014 GMC Terrain lights?

Yes, 1 recall: 22V137000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the GMC Terrain have the most lights problems?

The GMC Terrain model years with the most lights complaints are 2015 (24 complaints), 2014 (17 complaints) and 2012 (10 complaints).

Other 2014 GMC Terrain problems

Engine 130Visibility 89Transmission 33Electrical 31Fuel system 15Airbags 11Driver assistance 11Brakes 9Body 5Steering 5Acceleration 3Seats 3Seat belts 2Wheels 2Locks 1Suspension 1

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