2014 Gmc Terrain problems
The GMC Terrain is a crossover SUV by American manufacturer General Motors under its GMC marque. Sharing its platform with the Chevrolet Equinox, the first-generation Terrain was built on GM's Theta platform, while the second-generation model is currently built on the Delta platform. The Terrain is the smallest GMC vehicle, slotted below the Acadia. It also indirectly replaced the Pontiac Torrent which was typically sold via the same dealerships prior to General Motors dropping the Pontiac brand.
First generation (2010)
The 2010 Terrain debuted in April 2009 at the New York International Auto Show, introduced as a replacement for the Pontiac Torrent, which ended production after GM shut down the Pontiac brand in 2010. Although the preceding Pontiac Torrent had the same Theta platform, the Torrent was a rebadged version of the original Chevrolet Equinox from 2005 to 2009, while GM decided to differ the look of the Chevrolet Equinox with its 2010 Terrain and still use the Theta platform. Early 2010 models had the GM Mark of Excellence logo applied on the sides of the vehicle.
The Terrain initially came in SLE and SLT trims. For the 2013 model year, a Denali trim was added, featuring additional chrome trim and slightly improved interior quality, the 3.6-liter SIDI V6 that is shared with the 2012 Cadillac SRX, and firmer front struts. The Denali also offers cross-traffic detection, blind-spot warning, and a power passenger seat as options. A low-end SL trim was added for 2015.
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Common 2014 Gmc Terrain problems
Based on the information gathered from the sources provided, here are the common problems reported by owners of the 2014 GMC Terrain:
- Engine Troubles:
- The 2014 GMC Terrain has faced engine issues, including excessive oil consumption, stalling, poor engine power, and severe engine damage. Some owners reported engine problems as early as 52,000 miles or later at around 108,000 miles. Engine replacement may be necessary to resolve these issues, and some repairs might be covered by the standard warranty.
- Transmission Failure:
- Transmission failure is another common problem with the 2014 GMC Terrain. Issues such as general transmission failure, lack of proper reset after a fix, and powertrain failure have been reported. Transmission problems can be as expensive as engine failures and significantly impact the vehicle's drivability.
- Airbag Malfunction:
- Some owners of the 2014 GMC Terrain reported airbag failures, where the airbags failed to deploy in the event of a collision. This poses a significant safety risk as it can lead to injuries if the airbags do not activate as intended. Routine inspections of the airbags are recommended to ensure they function properly.
These problems highlight some of the key issues that owners of the 2014 GMC Terrain have faced. It is essential for owners to be aware of these issues to address them promptly and ensure the vehicle's safety and performance.
What are the common problems by 2014 GMC Terrain?
Owner Reported Trouble Spots
- Brakes. Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking. ...
- Steering And Suspension. ...
- In-car Electronics. ...
- Engine Minor. ...
- Engine Major. ...
- Exhaust. ...
- Drive System. ...
- Electrical Accessories.
How many miles can a 2014 GMC Terrain last?
How Long Do GMC Terrains Last? The average lifespan for passenger vehicles is around 200,000 miles. The GMC Terrain life expectancy is above the average at around 300,000 miles.
What is the common problem of GMC Terrain?
GMC Terrains can last up to 300,000 miles with proper maintenance. Some of the top GMC Terrain problems include malfunctioning air bags, engine issues, and a faulty transmission.
What is the reliability rating of a 2014 GMC Terrain?
Reliability 5/10 – There are still engine problems found on the 2014 Terrain. We recommend avoiding models from 2010–2015, while models from 2016–2020 are much more reliable. Performance 7/10 – The standard 4-cylinder engine is weaker than other small SUVs, while the optional V6 has excellent power.
What is the common problem of GMC Terrain?
GMC Terrains can last up to 300,000 miles with proper maintenance. Some of the top GMC Terrain problems include malfunctioning air bags, engine issues, and a faulty transmission.
How many miles will a 2014 GMC Terrain last?
How Long Do GMC Terrains Last? The average lifespan for passenger vehicles is around 200,000 miles. The GMC Terrain life expectancy is above the average at around 300,000 miles.
What is the reliability rating of a 2014 GMC Terrain?
Reliability 5/10 – There are still engine problems found on the 2014 Terrain. We recommend avoiding models from 2010–2015, while models from 2016–2020 are much more reliable. Performance 7/10 – The standard 4-cylinder engine is weaker than other small SUVs, while the optional V6 has excellent power.
Is the GMC Terrain a reliable car?
The 2024 GMC Terrain has a predicted reliability score of 88 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.
2014 Gmc Terrain car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Gmc Terrain problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine problems
- Visibility/wiper problems
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
- Exterior lighting problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2014 Gmc Terrain vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2014 Gmc Terrain
The NHTSA has received 287 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2014 Gmc Terrain. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2014 Gmc Terrain vehicles.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-31
- VIN: 2GKALMEK4E6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Oil consumption issue caused timing chain to go causing catastrophic damage to the engine resulting in over 3000$ in repairs the oil light does not come on nor does it have a low oil pressure warning
STEERING,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-18
- VIN: 2GKALSEKXE6
- Components: STEERING,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while at a complete stop at a red light, the doors were making locking and unlocking sounds. The contact stated upon depressing the accelerator pedal to resume driving, the vehicle failed to exceed 25 MPH. The messages "Service Stabili-trak" and "Service Power Steering" were displayed, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to drive to the residence. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was being diagnosed. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 159,500.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-23
- VIN: 2GKALREK7E6
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that his wife was not aware of any warning lights being illuminated. The contact stated that his wife was unable to restart the vehicle, and had the vehicle towed to the residence. The contact called an independent mechanic to the residence who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that there was oil leaking into the engine block and cylinders. The mechanic determined that the positive crankcase valve (PCV) had failed and needed to be replaced and that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-10
- VIN: 2GKALMEK3E6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: On May 10, 2024 while driving my 2014 GMC Terrain driving at about 65mph my car cut off while driving to the point that the car started slowing down which had med confused as to what was going on but thankfully I was able to safely move over to the side of the of the highway in order to be in safer position to start the car back up. There was no warrant signs that the car had cut off but I had the air conditioning on do it stop blowing. At this point I knew the car was not safe to drive but I had to get off the highway. So I was about 5 miles from my exit which I was able to get to the exit without the car cutting off again on the highway but the car cut off once again on the exit as my speed was decelerating. I took my car to Meineke Car Care a few days later and was told that my car needed to have the solenoid replaced and the timing chain kit which was what the diagnostic was showing. Once they were able to fully inspect the car I was told that the timing chain kit was broken and I had medal in my oil which was suggested that I replace my engine. This put me at risk of being in an accident that could have injured myself or someone. There were no warning indications. My check engine light was not on. I had to pay to have the engine replaced which before I had it replaced I took my car to another shop just to get a second opinion in which I had the engine replaced.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-01
- VIN: 2GKFLZE33E6
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: I was driving my suv while it was raining heavily and my driver side wipers just stop working out of no where the passenger side still operates. I have not been to see if a dealer can fix it because I was unaware it was under recall so now I’m trying to find someone to fix it while under the recall.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-01
- VIN: 2GKALSEK4E6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started shaking and vibrating and then stalled. The vehicle was examined by a local mechanic, who determined that the engine was damaged due to a lack of engine oil. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 147,623.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-18
- VIN: 2GKFLWEK1E6
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed to overtake another vehicle in the right lane and the RPM raised up 8,000 RPM. The contact stated that there was an abnormal banging sound coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated that smoke started coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact stated that the check engine and check oil warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle lost motive power and the contact pulled off the roadway and turned off the vehicle. The contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and determined that a rod bearing had fractured and pierced the cylinder into the engine block. The contact was advised by the mechanic that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that prior to the engine failure, the contact was continuously adding oil to the engine. The contact was adding one quart of oil every week for more than 10 months. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-11
- VIN: 2GKFLWEK0E6
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: The AC is very poor and no back AC units is bad for small children. Also, engine light for exhaust
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-01
- VIN: 2GKALMEK3E6
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds at night, the headlight illumination was inadequate. The contact used the high-beam headlights while driving at night. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V137000 (Exterior Lighting). The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-24
- VIN: 2GKALSEK3E6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact's daughter owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the timing chain had fractured, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-09
- VIN: 2GKALMEK6E6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Was driving from home to my job in Novi, MI. While driving at 70 mph on [XXX] [XXX] miles west of Grand Rapids the motor suddenly stopped. There was never any warnings on dashboard instruments, no audio signs, and no physical signs this was about to happen. Had 16% remaining oil life before next oil change per computer. Dealership is telling me there is no oil in motor and it has suffered a catastrophic motor failure after timing jumped. This almost caused a major accident at highway speeds. Motor only has just over 77,000 miles on it. Of course it is out of warranty. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-28
- VIN: 2GKALSEK9E6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The oil leaks out of pan!! Oil consumption
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-17
- VIN: 2GKFLVEK1E6
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start, and the steering wheel was locked. A tow truck driver was able to start the vehicle after several attempts. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to drive to the residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the failure recurred. The mechanic was able to restart the vehicle and the contact drove to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken back to the mechanic and was diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-29
- VIN: 2GKALMEK3E6
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: See attached document for complaint
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-10
- VIN: 2GKFLWE32E6
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I have a 2014 GMC Terrain with less than 70k miles on the vehicle. I took the truck to the mechanic and was advised the power belts were no good. Why is this? The truck has no mileage on it basically for a 2014, I have a 2011 Chevy with more miles than this truck and its power belts are fine. The Mechanic also advised me within the last 3 years, his shop in Cecil County MD has changed over 125 Power Belts on the 2014 GMC Terrain AWD (V6), same vehicle that I have.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-24
- VIN: 2GKALSEK4E6
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: While turning from out of. Wheel gas station, the truck just stopped abruptly and shut off. It left me in a turning lane that curves to a stop at a stop light. I was in a dangerous spot. It was raining and dark. The Burr Ridge police had to come due to the position my truck was in and push me out of the lane and danger. I had it towed by AAA that night. Then had to have it towed to a mechanic. Who informed me that it was the timing chain belt.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-17
- VIN: 2GKALSEK4E6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: While driving oil blew out of engine of 2.4 eco tech. Single digit temperatures. Very little warning caused engine to lock up cost over 5,000 to replace engine.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-16
- VIN: 2GKALMEK9E6
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: Vehicle started leaking oil with no indicator. Didn't realize it for at least a few days. When I smelled a burned oil smell took it to the repair shop. Was told my oil gasket blew and the engine is about shot. I also only a month earlier replaced the battery. These vehicles apparently have known battery, oil and engine issues that were known since 2010. The following class action lawsuit in Missouri is pending: [XXX] , on behalf of herself and all others similarly situated, Plaintiff, v. GENERAL MOTORS LLC, Defendant. _____________________________________ Our vehicle is not even at 100,000 miles! This will cost thousands of dollars to fix or we will need to purchase a new vehicle which we didn't plan on for a few years at least! This has been devastating. Please help. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-03
- VIN: 2GKALSEKXE6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: 2 and a 1/2 months after I bought my 2014 GMC Terrain used. It had no oil in it. I had to put pretty much a whole new engine in that cost me $5000
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-13
- VIN: 2GKALREK9E6
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: On October 13, 2023, I was driving on the highway when my 2014 GMC Terrain power was reduced. Suddenly, the engine light came on and car began throttling. Second, an error message appeared on my dashboard indicating “ engine power is reduced.” Then it stopped in the middle of the highway. I was able to restart my vehicle and drove it to a nearby mechanic shop. The mechanic said the problem was my timing chain and that my vehicle was not drivable. I left my vehicle at the mechanic shop because it was the weekend and It needed it to be towed to the dealership. On Monday, October 16, 2023, I had my vehicle towed to Buick Classic Service Center. After waiting for two days, I received a call from the service center stating that my 2014 GMC Terrain timing chain and pressure gas pump was the cause of the problem - with my vehicle. After, reading other owners similar complaints ; why is there not a recall to address this problem? Now, I am stuck without a vehicle and the company has no idea how long it will take to get the parts needed to fix my vehicle. I was told that the timing chain and a tension is on back order due to the employees of GMC being are on strike.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-01
- VIN: 2GKALSEK9E6
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: I haven’t had a call back from the dealership it has been over a year since I’ve heard anything from them to get the recall fixed.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-22
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 2GKALSEK7E6
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owned a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light a vehicle one rear-ended the vehicle. This caused the contact to crash into in front of her. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot. The contact sustained back and neck injuries. Medical attention was needed. Additionally, the driver of vehicle three received medical attention with unknown injuries. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-01
- VIN: 2GKALSEK8E6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Vehicle shut down and turned off while being operated. No warning lights were on at any point before the incident. I was driving down the road and without warning, it just turned off. My safety as well as the safety of the drivers on the road around me were compromised by this sudden failure as the vehicle was in motion when the incident occurred and I was unable to properly operate the vehicle. When I tried to re-start the vehicle the engine would not turn over and several warning lights were suddenly on. Vehicle was towed to dealership and the service department said the timing chain jumped and the engine needs to be replaced. Multiple complaints have been made against GM for the faulty 2.4L Ecoboost Engine that causes excessive oil consumption with no appropriate monitoring or warning system in place leading to timing chain issues/failure that destroys the engine without warning, often while the vehicle is being operated. No recall has been made and no warning is given to customers who purchase vehicles with these engines. I have owned this vehicle less than a year and the repair invoice I was given quotes over $10,000.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-14
- VIN: 2GKFLWE39E6
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 22V165000 (Visibility) and 22V137000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. Parts distribution disconnect.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-12
- VIN: 2GKFLWEK3E6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Pcv system plugged up pressure in engine when remove oil cap have cleaned it my self
2014 Gmc Terrain recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2014 Gmc Terrain.
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
- Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode, causing one or both windshield wipers to fail.
- Consequence: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect the wiper module, and repair or replace it as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on April 21, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212352530.
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2017 GMC Terrain vehicles. A reflection caused by the headlight housings may illuminate areas above the vehicle and outside of the driver's view with excessively bright light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence: The bright reflection may cause a glare for other drivers, reducing their visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will install headlamp appliques, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2022. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222363740.
Negative 2014 Gmc Terrain car reviews
Positive 2014 Gmc Terrain car reviews
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I am the second owner of this CPO vehicle. When I purchased it, the odometer read 11k and now it reads 102K. I am happy to report that I have not experienced any problems other than normal maintenance. I have made a few upgrades to the vehicle, such as changing the tires to Continental Standard touring tires, upgrading the mass air sensor, and installing a free flow cat back muffler system. With these upgrades, I am able to get 22-24 mpg in the city and have regularly achieved in excess of 35+ on the highway. In fact, my highest average has been over 40+ mpg. I have been diligent about regular oil changes using synthetic oil 0-20, which allows me to go 5K between changes. I am hoping to get 200K out of it and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable car that seats 5 easily. The vehicle has now crossed 108K and still runs great. I recently replaced the struts and shocks, as well as a cannister vapor purge valve ($36.00). I have also returned to using 0530W as the lighter weight oil was about a pint low at the end of each 5K oil change. Overall, I have had no major issues with the car and it is still tight with no rattles or squeaks. The wind noise is about the same as when I bought it at 11K.
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Great size!
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Onstar can be a bit pricey, but I wanted to share my experience driving cross country last year. I was very pleased with how well it handled, even in the mountains, and the 4 cylinder engine provided plenty of power. The car was also very comfortable and fuel efficient. I'm actually planning another trip this year, from Vermont down to the Florida Keys, and I'm confident that my car will continue to be reliable and get great gas mileage.
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I'm so glad to hear that you got a great deal on a previously leased vehicle! It sounds like you had a wonderful vacation in Ohio and were able to travel around comfortably for about 1,000 miles before shipping it home. It's great to hear that the vehicle drives so well. Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
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I love my Terrain! Its body style is so unique and it really makes a statement. I think it's going to be a classic style that will never go out of fashion. I can't take my eyes off of it, even when it's just sitting in my driveway. Owning an SUV like this is truly a dream come true. I really love my GMC!
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Are you having problems with your 2014 Gmc Terrain?
Jamie Lind 2025-01-04
I really love the style of this vehicle! It has a boxy look which gives you more head room in the cargo area when putting in and taking out cargo. The split seat in the back is also very convenient when hauling long items. The interior is very nice, especially the leather interior with heated seats. However, there are a few things that could be improved. Firstly, the heating system is not what it should be. I have to constantly switch the settings back and forth from windshield to feet, which can be distracting while driving. Additionally, there is no heat to the back seat area, which can cause the rear windows to fog up and make it uncomfortable for passengers. Secondly, the lack of adjusting the passenger's seat up and down can make it difficult for some people to get in and out of that side. Lastly, the gas mileage could be better. Although it has a four cylinder with eco, I only get 2 more miles per gallon than I did with my previous car which was a v6. It can also be sluggish on the highway when trying to pass other vehicles.
Watson Schuppe 2025-01-02
This vehicle has been reported to burn oil at a high rate, so it is important to check the oil level regularly to avoid any potential damage to the engine. Unfortunately, there is no indicator light to warn you if the oil level is low. Many people have expressed their concerns about this issue, and it would be great if GMC could take responsibility and address this problem. Overall, this is a good vehicle, but the oil problem is something to keep in mind.
Eloy Runte 2024-08-13
The 2014 Terrain SLT-1 that I purchased from a dealer in 2021 has been consuming oil at an alarming rate, despite not showing any signs of leakage or burning. Despite my efforts to have the issue addressed by a dealership, I have not received any assistance. As a result, I am now in a difficult position where trading in the vehicle would result in a significant loss due to its mechanical issues. Despite the challenges, I remain confident in my ability to find a solution to this problem. It is unfortunate that these engine issues were not addressed by the manufacturer, but I am determined to find a way forward. As a single mother with a limited income, I caution others to carefully consider their options before purchasing a GMC/Chevy vehicle.
Osvaldo Smith 2024-04-09
The rust spots on my GMC were a major issue, causing damage to the back metal and under the window within a year. The exhaust system also suffered significant damage, requiring replacement of the entire thing. Despite the dealership's recommendation to use original parts, my husband and I opted for a cut and weld solution, which unfortunately did not last. Although the warranty was void, I have noticed similar rust issues on many other Terrains. It is worth noting that the rust is not covered until it goes completely through. Additionally, the car struggles in snowy conditions unless there is weight in the back. Despite these challenges, I paid off the car early and am confident that I can find a solution to the exhaust issue.
Herbert Cassin 2024-01-24
I recently purchased a 2014 GMC Terrain Denali, V6, AWD, hoping to try out an American-built car again after years of foreign quality. Unfortunately, the AWD system failed with only 443 miles on it, and I had to wait 2 days to get it to the dealership. Despite the inconvenience, the dealership was able to fix the issue under warranty. While I was disappointed with the failure, I appreciated the dealership's willingness to make things right. Although the car is advertised to get 16 MPG city, I have been getting around 12 MPG on Premium fuel. Overall, I had a mixed experience with this American car, but I am still open to trying out other American-made vehicles in the future.