Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2014 GMC Terrain owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving in the rain, the driver's side windshield wiper failed to operate. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to park on the side of the road and waited for a couple of hours until the rain eased to continue driving to his destination. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and provided a temporary solution for the driver's side windshield wiper to function properly. The vehicle was repaired but continued to experience failure. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that he then became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V165000 (Visibility) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. …
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH in a snowstorm, the windshield wipers became inoperable. The contact was able to drive to the residence. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V165000 (Visibility). The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair; however, the dealer informed the contact that the recall repair could not be performed due to a Salvage Title. The manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact that the repair could be covered because the Salvage Title was not related to the windshield wipers; however, the manufacturer called the contact and informed the contact that the repair could no longer be covered due to the Salvage Title. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. …
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving in inclement weather at an undisclosed speed, the driver's and passenger's side windshield wipers failed without warning. The contact stated that he then received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V165000 (Visibility). The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the parts were unavailable. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken back to the dealer a week later and parts were still unavailable. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the wiper module failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was denied reimbursement. The failure mileage was 29,569.
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V137000 (Exterior Lighting) and 22V165000 (Visibility). The contact stated that while her daughter was driving in the rain the windshield wipers became inoperable. Additionally, the headlights were dim. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the wiper motor and motor assembly were replaced. The contact called the local dealer but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure however, no further assistance was provided. 73,101. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact received notification of NHTSA 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.
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 NHTSA 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.
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V165000 (Visibility) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. 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 stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH in inclement weather, the windshield wipers seized. The approximate failure mileage was 129,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V165000 (Visibility) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. 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 stated that while driving approximate 55 MPH, the windshield wipers ceased operation. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 mph, the windshield wipers failed to operate while it was raining. The contact pulled over and waited for the rain to cease. The contact contacted the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 22V165000 (Visibility) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The approximate failure mileage was 116,118.
Headlights- melted plug causing fire damage on both headlights, replaced with new headlights and bulbs as well as a new wire harness plug. Was driving smelt smoke/wires burning. Wipers- stop preforming during rain storm Southeastern NC on hwy 701 south on 3-24-22. And still does not work. Maybe be associated with older model terrain recall. Same happen to this model.
Related recalls
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode, causing one or both windshield wipers to fail.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the wiper module, and repair or replace it as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on April 21, 2022.
NHTSA investigations
Windshield Wiper Transmission Failure
On November 2, 2018, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Recall Query (RQ18-002) to assess the scope of Recall 16V-582.General Motors (GM) initiated Safety Recall 16V-582 on August 3, 2016 to address windshield wiper failure in the Model Year (MY) 2013 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain.
Front Wiper Transmission Inoperative
On December 13, 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) upgraded RQ18-002 to an Engineering Analysis (EA19-005) to further assess the MY2010-2016 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain windshield wiper failures. Due to a prior recall, 16V-582, addressing this issue in the MY2013 subject vehicles, MY2013 was not included in the analysis.
Window & Wiper complaints in other Terrain years
Frequently asked questions
How common are window & wiper problems on the 2014 GMC Terrain?
NHTSA has 89 complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof of the 2014 GMC Terrain, 30% of the model year's 297 complaints. The component named most often is windshield wiper/washer (3 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2014 GMC Terrain window & wiper problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 22V-165 (motor, Mar 17, 2022). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2014 GMC Terrain window & wiper problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 78,000 miles, and 3% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 1 fire and 0 injuries to windows, wipers & sunroof problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.