2020 GMC Terrain vs 2020 Kia Telluride
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 GMC Terrain | 2020 Kia Telluride |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 186 | 744 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 843 | 145 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–27 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 48,552 mi | 7,025 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Terrain | Kia Telluride |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 55 | 136 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 182 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 135 |
| Power Train | 26 | 70 |
| Electrical System | 27 | 57 |
| Service Brakes | 61 | 13 |
| Structure | 5 | 52 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 22 | 16 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 26 | 33 |
| Brake problems | 22 | 0 |
| Stalling | 14 | 45 |
| Loss of power | 10 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 35 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 61 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 24 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 14 |
2020 GMC Terrain
2020 Kia Telluride
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.