2012 GMC Terrain GMC Terrain 2012

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2012 GMC Terrain repairs by problem area

Engine (35%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (15%)

Other (8%)

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2012 GMC Terrain electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (25%)

< $100 (75%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 GMC Terrain 4dr SUV

264-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

35000 mi In-dash Nav would occasionally freeze. It would repair itself after stopping and restarting the engine 
88000 mi

US $200
Dead battery 
88000 mi Windshield washer fluid was not: working. Both front and back. Assuming issue with the pump. Didn't repair. Traded vehicle in at that point 
44000 mi

US $290
Battery went bad after fewer than 2 years on the road. New Battery is $200 and $60-$80 to "reprogram" the computer. 
5000 mi Tire pressure sensors erroneous readings, Dealer performed upgrade of BCM under recall to correct 

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2012 GMC Terrain 4dr SUV

182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

33000 mi AC to be reprogamed 
9000 mi TSB for oil life monitor. Reprogrammed oil life monitor for more frequent oil changes. Done with routine maintenance appointment. 
11600 mi USB not working right sometimes faults out to radio 

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2012 GMC Terrain Electrical Problems

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