Structure Related Problems of the 2012 GMC Terrain

Table 1 shows four common structure related problems of the 2012 GMC Terrain. The number one most common problem is related to the body (seven problems). The second most common problem is related to the hatchback/liftgate support device (two problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of GMC Terrain


Recently reported Structure problems of the 2012 GMC Terrain

The Body problem

On Feb 10, 2020 I was involved in a side impact crash when a large truck failed to stop at a red light. I took the vehicle in for repairs as the front quarter panel and wheel were damaged. The collision shop called today and stated that all four of my impact sensors are "dead".   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Support Device problem

When trying to open the rear liftgate the door will open completely then quickly close halfway, open completely again, then quickly close shut making it impossible to safely put anything into or remove from the trunk of the car. There is a recall for this issue on the acadia's already.   Read details...

The Door problem

The contact owns a 2012 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that there was severe corrosion on the rear driver side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician diagnosed the door was incorrectly sealed and needed to be replaced.   Read details...


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