Tl* the contact owns a 2013 GMC terrain. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the windshield wipers detached from the vehicle. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v582000 (visibility) however, the remedy was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect. The VIN was not…
2013 GMC Terrain visibility problems
moderate 50 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $350 · see visibility across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
50
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$350
When does it fail?
Of the 50 visibility complaints filed for the 2013 GMC Terrain, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Owners have filed 50 visibility complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
No new NHTSA visibility complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 9 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 GMC terrain. The contact received a notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v582000 (visibility); however, the part to do the repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer 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…
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 GMC terrain. While driving 35 MPH, the windshield wipers seized without warning. The contact stated that the weather was bad at the time of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v582000 (visibility,wipers). The part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The…
On 12/15/18 while driving on highway in maryland on a heavy raining night windshield wipers stop working and froze in place. Had to pull off and acquire a ride home, and retrieve vehicle the next day.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 GMC terrain. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v582000 (visibility); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. While driving in the rain and using the windshield wipers, the wipers failed without warning. The contact stated…
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Common questions
How serious is the visibility problem on the 2013 GMC Terrain?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 50 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $350 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the visibility typically fail?
Across the 28 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most visibility failures cluster between 48,000 and 82,000 miles, with the median around 61,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 48,000; a quarter make it past 82,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $350 for visibility repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to visibility?
No active recalls currently cover visibility issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/GMC/Terrain.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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