GMC Terrain FWD
GMC · Cars · 2023
GMC Terrain FWD
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8 complaints
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specs.g_fuel_economy
specs.city_mpg24
specs.highway_mpg29
specs.combined_mpg26
specs.annual_fuel_cost$2600
specs.ghg_score5 / 10
specs.g_engine_drivetrain
specs.engine_size1.5 L
specs.cylinders4
specs.fuel_typeRegular
specs.transmissionAutomatic 9-spd
specs.drivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
CO₂338 g/mi
specs.g_classification
specs.vehicle_classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2×2

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GMC TERRAIN 2023 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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Out of nowhere and driving this morning, my engine reduced power came on. Then I started losing power in the car then it died on me once out of nowhere. I managed to make it home an hour and a half later, but that could’ve got me killed stopped by AutoZone since dealerships closed today and it tells me that it’s code P228C, P0089 fuel pump. And then last night my emergency service calling came on which one I looked it up so something to do with OnStar and could be a module so I’m not sure what that is. And then you add on the fact all the sudden in the last 24 hours, my screen keeps going in and out are not working last week. My volume wasn’t working. I love this car, but it seems to have a lot of issues all of a sudden and I’m fixing to be at 60,000 miles which is a big problem considering warranty will be expired. I’ve already had issues with squeaking and squealing from the windows that they claim they can’t find nothing and I’ve had to listen to it for almost 60,000 miles. I had to get this car because my other car blew up on me and I can’t afford another new car. I’ll be taking it to the dealership first thing in the morning and I hope to God that something can be fixed cause we’re in one car Family.
NHTSAUSMar 2026Source →
GMC TERRAIN 2023 ENGINE
medium
The contact owns a 2023 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated, the message "Engine Power Reduced" was displayed, and the vehicle lost power. The vehicle stalled on three separate occasions. The vehicle was able to restart each time after approximately 15 minutes of waiting, but the vehicle failed to accelerate above 40 MPH. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and DTC: P228C, P0089, and P006C were retrieved, and the contact was informed that the fuel pump and fuel injectors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
NHTSAUSMar 2026Source →
GMC TERRAIN 2023 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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The infotainment system is not working. It has the "black screen" issue.
NHTSAUSJan 2026Source →
GMC TERRAIN 2023 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
medium
GMC Terrain with 12,564 total miles had experienced an engine failure. Under normal driving conditions, the car was sluggish and would not accelerate properly when pulling out into traffic or when getting on the freeway/interstate causing fear for driver safety and causing traffic slowdowns or congestion with a significantly increased risk of crash. While driving to work, the vehicle service engine light turned on and displayed "reduced engine power". Upon investigation the dealership found codes P0011, P0014, P0016, P0017, and quoted "Cylinder 4 intake rocker had fallen off and laying on head, found excessive debris and metal material around rocker 4, Found cylinder 2 intake rocker to be worn sideways. Found heavy damage to intake camshaft. Removed oil filter - found excessive metal in oil filter". Secondary issue, infotainment screen would randomly flash bright white on the right half, causing a major driver distraction. Engine, turbo, and infotainment system were all replaced, and vehicle returned 11.06.2025
NHTSAUSOct 2025Source →
GMC TERRAIN 2023 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
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Car reduced speed and smells of gas. Will not crank and will stall immediately and just stops immediately. Car has only 30,000 miles and it has stalled out for the second time with the same issue. The first time the car stalled on the freeway and I was almost hit from the back. This second time reduced speed and quickly shut off on a Main Street and was almost hit again. Car does not allow you to press the gas and coast during the incident.
NHTSAUSSept 2025Source →
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Lemon Score: 100. 0 data points. v3 scoring.
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