Power Train Related Problems of the 2012 GMC Terrain

Table 1 shows five common power train related problems of the 2012 GMC Terrain. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (32 problems). The second most common problem is related to the transfer case (two problems).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of GMC Terrain


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2012 GMC Terrain

The Power Train problem

GMC consumer relations subject: structural undercarriage safety defect – 2012 GMC Terrain sle vehicle information: year/make/model: 2012 GMC Terrain sle VIN: [xxx] mileage at purchase: 148,305 date of purchase: [xxx] location: rochester, new york I am filing a complaint regarding a severe   Read details...

The Transfer Case problem

Transfer case went at 67k just bought it used at 63k. I had no warranty only 60 day from used dealer I bought it from. Ruined my passenger side axel also when transfer case went $1137 was the bill. 500 for used case 16k 170 for axel 30 for fluid rest in labor.   Read details...

The Vehicle Shudder problem

Vehicle shuts off when slowing to a stop and have to restart in order to accelerate. That was looked at and �fixed� and now the vehicle shakes when slowing down and headlights dim as if it is trying not to shut off.   Read details...


Power Train related problems in other GMC Terrain model year vehicles:



Terrain Service Bulletins
Terrain Safety Recalls
Terrain Defect Investigations