The problem
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."
The risk
The bright reflection may cause a glare for other drivers, reducing their visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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 details
| NHTSA campaign | 22V-137 (22V137000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | N222363740 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Exterior lighting › Headlights |
| Report date | March 8, 2022 |
| Owners notified | September 8, 2022 |
| Vehicles affected | 740,581 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the lights
- 2010 GMC Terrain headlight problems 9
- 2011 GMC Terrain headlight problems 7
- 2012 GMC Terrain headlight problems 10
- 2013 GMC Terrain headlight problems 10
- 2014 GMC Terrain headlight problems 17
- 2015 GMC Terrain headlight problems 24
- 2016 GMC Terrain headlight problems 10
- 2017 GMC Terrain headlight problems 7
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 22V-137 repair free?
Yes. GMC dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 740,581 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.