2017 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 2017 Gmc Terrain problems
The 2017 GMC Terrain has been reported to have several common problems, primarily related to engine issues, failing to start, and stereo freezing. These problems are more prevalent than in many other SUVs on the market, leading to higher repair costs as the vehicle ages.
Engine issues are the most widespread complaint on the 2017 GMC Terrain, appearing around 70,000 miles. The rear main seal on the engine is known to blow, along with the PCV. Replacing the rear main seal is a labor-intensive process, costing over $2,500, depending on local shop rates.
Another problem reported is the Terrain failing to start, which occurs around 55,000 miles. The starter motor is known to wear out earlier than other SUVs, requiring replacement. Changing out the starter motor costs $550 to $700.
Stereo system freezing has also been reported by some 2017 Terrain owners in the first 15,000 miles. Usually, the stereo software freezes up while changing from one application to the next. There are software updates available which improve the reliability. Most dealerships will install the updates for free, while some charge around $50.
There is only one recall on the 2017 GMC Terrain, which covers the headlights. GMC will install headlight appliques on affected models for free to reduce the glare from the lights.
The 2017 GMC Terrain is expected to last around 150,000 miles with proper maintenance, but this is shorter than other compact SUVs, including the Toyota RAV4. Regular annual maintenance costs are more expensive than the competition, at $534 per year.
As the 2017 GMC Terrain reaches 100,000 miles, owners should be prepared to replace the strut bearings for $350, exhaust manifold gasket costing $200, along with the A/C evaporator which costs $1,200.
The 2017 GMC Terrain has some serious engine issues reported, making it a less desirable option for a used SUV. While the vehicle is cheaper than many competitors, rapid depreciation and expensive problems make it a bad long-term value.
Consumer Reports states that the 2017 GMC Terrain has been left in the dust by many competitors, with low owner satisfaction scores as it ages. Edmunds rates the Terrain at 3.4/5, enjoying the passenger room in the rear seats, but doesn’t like that there’s less cargo room than some competitors. Kelley Blue Book users give the Terrain a 3.9/5, praising the upscale interior for the money.
What problems did the 2017 GMC Terrain have?
Owner Reported Trouble Spots
- Engine Major. Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt. ...
- Engine Minor. ...
- In-car Electronics. ...
- Paint And Trim. ...
- Transmission Major. ...
- Exhaust. ...
- Climate System. ...
- Noises And Leaks.
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 should a 2017 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. If you drive an average of 15,000 miles per year, you could be driving the same vehicle for 20 years with no major problems.
What is the oil problem with the 2017 GMC Terrain?
The most common reasons a 2017 GMC Terrain is leaking oil are oil system component failure and leaking engine gaskets.
What problems did the 2017 GMC Terrain have?
Owner Reported Trouble Spots
- Engine Major. Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt. ...
- Engine Minor. ...
- In-car Electronics. ...
- Paint And Trim. ...
- Transmission Major. ...
- Exhaust. ...
- Climate System. ...
- Noises And Leaks.
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 oil problem with the 2017 GMC Terrain?
The most common reasons a 2017 GMC Terrain is leaking oil are oil system component failure and leaking engine gaskets.
What is the mileage rating of the 2017 GMC Terrain?
25 MPG 21 31 combined
2017 GMC Terrain
| EPA Fuel Economy | Driver MPG | MSRP |
|---|---|---|
| Reg. Gas 25 MPG 21 31 combined city/hwy city hwy 4.0 gal/100 mi | NA | $24,070 – $34,275 |
| 470 miles Total Range | ||
| E85 17 MPG 15 21 combined city/hwy city hwy 5.9 gal/100 mi | ||
| 320 miles Total Range |
2017 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
- Power train problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Air bags problems
- Structure problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2017 Gmc Terrain vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2017 Gmc Terrain
The NHTSA has received 99 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2017 Gmc Terrain. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2017 Gmc Terrain vehicles.
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-10
- VIN: 2GKFLVE3XH6
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: We have had 4 transmissions since we bought the vehicle. It slows down to almost a stop after it hits 30 mph and makes weird noises all throughout the vehicle. The back right tire sticks to the pavement and jerks when i start to drive. The key ignition has been fixed several times and still sometimes won't turn with the key or come out. Yes Warranty told the repaid service company to fix whatever, and they did but it still after 2 more transmission hasn't fixed the issues. Engine light and not sure what else.
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-02
- VIN: 2GKFLUEK5H6
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: I was driving back home when I suddenly heard a loud pop and my car seat belt immediately tightened up. I saw smoke inside the car and the screen in my dashboard said "airbag service" There was no air bag physical deployed in the car so I believe it happened internally. Now my driver seatbelt will not retract and the front passenger seatbelt will not come out.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-25
- VIN: 2GKFLSEK0H6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Vehicle repeatedly stalled while on highway, there were no warning lights on dash or anything indicating of an issue prior. Took vehicle to repair shop and after thorough investigation they reported that there was no oil in engine despite dashboard monitor registering oil life was fine. Oil changes are always completed regularly and on time for vehicle. Mechanic said that this is a known issue with GMC for this specific model where oil is consumed at an irregular rate. There is a lawsuit against gmc for oil consumption that includes years 2010-2014 where gmc was at fault however the lawsuit was filed before the 2017 model came out. It was later discovered that years ,2014-2017 also have this known defect however a recall has yet to be placed. Being a common symptom of this issue is frequent vehicle stall this really should be a recall. After speaking with a couple of other gmc dealerships they were aware it was a frequent issue as well but are uncooperative when it comes to the cost of repairs, an entirely new motor is needed to be replaced now for the vehicle being driven without oil. After several calls with a GMC representative I was advised to file a complaint with NHTSA to have you guys complete an investigation into the issie
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-01
- VIN: 2GKALPEK4H6
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: Roughly every 8 months Sirius XM "radio" runs an automatically triggered free subscription period that includes "weather alerts". These alerts BLOCK part of the car's normal navigational (map) system, requiring UNNECESSARY MOVEMENTS to dismiss the prompts so one can see map details. These movements RISK DRIVING MISTAKES. The weather alerts are unhelpful and unwanted: trivial events that don't affect me. And they keep repeating the same alert multiple times per day. I once called Sirius tech support to have them shut that feature off, but they claimed they couldn't, and to just wait out the promotion period. Sirius XM comes with the car and I can't remove it. I suspect the prompts are a marketing gimmick to trick people into sampling their music channels when they fiddle in the Sirius menus trying to turn off the alerts. Others on social media have reported similar problems in different car models. (PS: I bought the car used in 2019.)
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-29
- VIN: 2GKFLTEK4H6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The 2.4-liter engine contains a defect that causes them to improperly burn off and consume abnormally high amounts of oil. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. Excessive oil consumption cannot be reasonably anticipated or predicted and causes the engine to run while low on engine oil, putting me and other drivers at risk due to engine fire, unexpected engine failure, vehicle jerking, power loss, etc. Yes, both certified dealers, independent service centers, and myself have observed and noted the low levels of engine oil as soon as 500 miles after an oil change. I have spoken with GM representatives via phone about the issue, but they are not interested in inspecting the vehicle or offering driver support. They have consistently denied awareness of an issue despite hundreds of documented complaints and a pending class action lawsuit in the state of Missouri. There are no warnings, messages, or symptoms prior to discovering low engine oil levels. This issue requires drivers to self-monitor the issue every 500-1000 miles and requires an excessive number of oil changes to keep the vehicle at a safe level of engine oil for operation.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-15
- VIN: 2GKFLUEK4H6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Car stalls out suddenly after stopping. The engine oil was changed as required and there were no warning lights on the dash. Took the car to a mechanic and the mechanic said there was no oil and metal shavings in the engine, and that the engine would need to be replaced for $10,000. The car is out of its warranty and slightly over 100,000 miles.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-16
- VIN: 2GKALPEK8H6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Oil goes back into motor blowing motor so causing you to get a new motor
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-02
- VIN: 2GKALNEKXH6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: 2.4L Ecotec engines contain a defect that consumes excessive engine oil leading to: unanticipated engine shutdowns, engine stalls, engine knocking, unexpected loss of power, and vehicle jerking. The first instance I was still in a parking lot, the second on was on a local street traveling at 25 mph. During the third instance, My son and I have driven our car on 4 separate occasions and while driving on the freeway at 70 mph just after rush yesterday when the engine shut off. I took the car to my mechanic who informed me that my vehicle that has less than 88k miles is burning up the oil and soon will need the engine replaced.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-03
- VIN: 2GKALNEKXH6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: 4/3/2024 picked my car up from the mechanics at 5pm and when driving home going 35 mph the engine shut off. This incident is is tied to my previous incident.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-13
- VIN: 2GKFLTEKXH6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: My car was driving without issue until I stopped at a street light. My car started rocking front to back while sitting at the light and every other time I had to make a stop. The engine light came on. I had the vehicle towed to an auto shop where they confirmed that the timing chain broke. Due to this my engine was damaged to no repair. I would need to replace it. My gmc terrain is a 2017 with only 99,000 miles. I further learned that GM is aware of this issue but failed to recall this issue or warn owners that we were at risk. This can cause a vehicle to stop in the middle of driving which could cause a death if in the wrong place.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-21
- VIN: 2GKALMEK2H6
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Rear main oil seal is faulty. It caused the vehicle to leak oil to the point where it was dry. This is a known issue with these vehicles and could have caused catastrophic damage to the engine. Additionally, this can cause the vehicle to stop running and/or catch fire.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-02
- VIN: 2GKALPEKXH6
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: While in park and driving, the passenger seat belt locks and will not unlock. You must unfasten belt and refasten it. It does this multiple times during a trip. This has occurred since 2020.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-01
- VIN: 2GKALNEK1H6
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: Broken rear main seal broke which causes oil leak. Almost all GM vehicles around my year have the same issue resulting in blow engine. $2000 to repair and GM told me they know of this being an issue but won’t do anything to resolve.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-22
- VIN: 2GKALNEK6H6
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: In September of 2022 my gmc automatically shut off right in the middle of traffic on a Friday night. No warring, no lights to indicate that something was wrong with my vehicle. I took it to a mechanic shop and they said nothing was wrong and they did a diagnostic test on the car and no codes popped up. A week later my engine light came on. And my car died again. Thankfully, I had an extended warranty on my car and took to another mechanic shop. It turns out the timing changes on my car needed to be replaced. Fast forward to today Jan 22,2024. I smelled burning oil every time I would drive the vehicle. The rear main seal and PCV was leaking in between my engine and transmission. I lost 5 quarts of oil between Wednesday and Sunday. My oil light never came in. Thankfully, my engine didn’t lock up. It is currently in the shop getting repaired. My car is still under an extended warranty.
AIR BAGS,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-18
- VIN: 2GKFLSEK1H6
- Components: AIR BAGS,ENGINE
- Summary: The air bags will show that they are shut off while we are driving down the road with my wife sitting in the seat and they will also does it if we are just sitting in the drive way. Also they had a recall in the older models of this car for the pvc valve getting clogged and building pressure and causing the lower seal to bust and that happed to my car but they never gave a low oil light when it happed. All that happed was my wife was driving and the lower engine power came on while she was driving in traffic causing her to freak out and feel unsafe with my kids in the car as well. I contacted them about and they said there is no recall for the car at all about it. They clearly still had the same issues in my car because the pvc valve was clogged and then now I’m loosing all of the oil from my motor. When I went to out oil in it after work I had to add 4.5 quarts of oil to it and it only holds 5 quarts. It still never had a low oil light when I went to start it to get it to level ground so I could check it. Clearly this is a safety issue and I don’t want it to happen to someone while they are on the Interstate during heavy traffic and potentially cause an accident.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-21
- VIN: 2GKALMEK7H6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: main seal blew is in dealership now. it was not running right as i drove it was afraid it would die in the middle of the road. just inspected at the dealership. i got the engine light about a mile from my home where it sat till it went to the dealership.was over 4 quarts low with oil but never had oil light or anything else before it showed engine light.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-14
- VIN: 2GKALMEK7H6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I was driving our 2017 GMC Terrain in subzero temperatures when my vehicle started making sounds and loosing power. With in seconds I heard a pop, and then my dash went crazy with alarms. I had it towed to my local mechanic who determined that the vehicle's engine was seized do to a frozen PCV valve that caused the engines real seal to give away. If need be, the the vehicle is currently available to be examined. My family's safety was in danger because of the location and frigid temperatures that were present at the time of the breakage. The vehicle has not been examine by a GMC dealer, just an independent mechanic. There was no warning what so ever of a possible problem. The vehicle started making sounds and loosing power. With in seconds, I heard a pop and all the lights on the dash light up. We had no other issues with this vehicle leading up to the breakage.
STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-19
- VIN: 2GKALPEK9H6
- Components: STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: On Friday, January 19, 2024, I was driving home from school at night in my 2017 GMC Terrain when suddenly my car was chugging and quit. my steering and brakes froze. Other cars were passing me and it was snowing. I was scared someone was going to hit me. I was able to start it up again and to get it to a Walmart parking lot just down the road, but before, it would chug and quit again. My steering was hard. There was no warning light or service light on dashboard telling me something was wrong. I called my sister to come get me. The car would start, but would keep quitting. I called a tow truck and had it towed to the condo. The next day, I went out to start it and it would start and oil light came on. It smelled. I turned it off. I called another tow truck and had it towed to a Mechanic at a shop. He informed me on Monday that the engine was no good due to lack of oil. Even though he said there was 15% left on the gauge. He said these cars have had problems of using excessive oil and he has had to replace and fix them. He also said others had same issue and no warning light as well. I have to replace my engine. He said the cost would be between $5000-$6000. I can't afford that going to school. I'm afraid that if someone else has this problem they could get hurt. I am going to contact General Motors about this, but I'm sure they won't help. Any Suggestions?
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-15
- VIN: 2GKALNEK6H6
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: In certain makes of General Motor vehicles there is a defect with the PCV system in which the system can freeze in cold temperatures which in turns causes excessive crankcase pressure in the engine, and can lead to a dangerous loss of motor power due to this defect. The dangers of this defect can be catastrophic to myself and others on the roadway as the loss of motor power can happen suddenly and can happen while the vehicle is being driven. General Motors has released many service bulletins regarding this specific defect. The most recent service bulletin that was issued was GM January 2019 Bulletin PIP5093C, so they are aware of this dangerous problem in these vehicles. For my vehicle I have had a certified GMC dealership diagnosis the problem, and submit their findings to General Motors. There were not any warning lamps, messages, lights, or symptoms signaling that there was a problem prior to the occurrence on January 15th, 2024.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-21
- VIN: 2GKFLTEK0H6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Rear oil seal failed resulting in engine oil pressure loss and vehicle was stopped in middle of roadway
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-17
- VIN: 2GKALNEK0H6
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: It's a known problem with gmc with a lawsuit for the PVC pipes clogging and blowing the main rear oil seal causing the vehicle to quit running
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-17
- VIN: 2GKALPEK1H6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I just had an oil change in late December of 2023. As I was driving to work on [XXX]. My engine locked up. There were no warning lights. By the time I was able to pull over, a rod had gone thru the engine. Apparently there was an oil leak but no warning lights. This has not only caused me to have to purchase a new engine but could have resulted in a collision while driving. After doing some research this is a known defect by GM and a class action lawsuit. GM has failed to recall these vehicles for a known defect. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-08
- VIN: 2GKALPEK7H6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I purchased this Vehicle in February of 2023, I had a problem shortly after with the oil always being low. I was adding oil to it all the time. 7 months later the engine blew. This is a very faulty problem with this engine that I am NOW finding out. This problem needs to be addressed and fixed. Now I am stuck with a vehicle that I still owe money on that will cost me 6 to 9 thousand to replace the engine.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-04
- VIN: 2GKALPEK9H6
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle started losing motive power. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road, and the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart after several attempts. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing an abnormal oil consumption after the engine replacement. The contact stated that there was no evidence of an oil leak. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-21
- VIN: 2GKALMEK0H6
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The latch for the rear hatch/door does not release every time. There have been instances when itmes have been in the cargo area and when the button is pressed, it will not release the latch. This causes someone to have to crawl over the back seat to retrieve the items from the cargo area. This also is causing my son to have to store items, that would normally be in the crgo area, on his back seat. I owned a 2015 terrain and had this same issue. The latch was replaced but still did not operate correctly.
2017 Gmc Terrain recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2017 Gmc Terrain.
- 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 2017 Gmc Terrain car reviews
Positive 2017 Gmc Terrain car reviews
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Super comfy, stylish, surprisingly good on gas, and roomy!
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This is the second Terrain I have purchased and I'm so glad I did!
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Hey there! You should definitely get the V6!
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I have to say, I really like this SUV! The features like Bluetooth, WiFi/OnStar, the app that lets you start your car or lock/unlock from your phone, the backup camera, and my sunroof are all fantastic! It's a very smooth ride and there's lots of legroom in the back too! I also appreciate the steering wheel controls.
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V6 has great pick up. Breezed through the Appalachian Mountains a couple of years ago. Spacious front and back seats. Someone 7
Additional sources
More sources of information about 2017 Gmc Terrain problems:
2017 GMC Terrain Reliability - Consumer Reports
Owner Reported Trouble Spots · Engine Major · Engine Minor · In-car Electronics · Paint And Trim · Transmission Major · Exhaust · Climate System · Noises And ...
2017 Terrain 2.4l or V6. Which is more reliable | GMC Terrain ...
Sep 13, 2021 ... Just going by what I recall after almost 8 years here the 2.4L problems are frozen PCV system with engine main seal blow out causing instant oil ...
2017 GMC Terrain Problems Include Oil Leaks, Engine Issues ...
May 4, 2022 ... Key Points · A sole recall has been issued for the 2017 GMC Terrain concerning headlight reflection that may cause glare for other drivers.
2017 GMC Terrain Problems | Kelley Blue Book
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2017 GMC Terrain Review, Problems, Reliability, Value, Life ...
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Are you having problems with your 2017 Gmc Terrain?
Brown Flatley 2024-11-25
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my experience with driving in the snow in north east Ohio with this vehicle. Unfortunately, I've found that it can be quite difficult to drive in these conditions. The tires tend to pack full of snow and it can spin and skid quite easily. Additionally, I've found that the traction control doesn't seem to be very effective. I'm looking forward to when my lease is up, but in the meantime, I'm trying to stay safe on the roads. Take care!
Victor Kutch 2024-10-25
We have owned Terrain for 2 years, bought with 27,000 miles on it 80,??? miles now. Very quiet and comfy ride, don't like the confusing control panel too many distracting buttons. Christmas day driving home from relatives noticed an engine noise. Pulled over and checked the oil, none on dipstick although we had oil changed 3 days prior. Oil dripping into puddle underneath car. Had car towed to dealership next day and had to have engine main seal and pcv valve replaced. DEALER SAID THIS IS A FREQUENT PROBLEM with these vehicles. They said the pcv valve was carboned up and in colder weather they can freeze causing excessive pressure to build up in engine and blowing the seal. Also the 4 cylinder is very under powered.
Cary Mertz 2024-09-10
The Intellilink system in my 2017 GMC Terrain Denali has already gone out. I purchased it brand new. I took it to the dealership and they want almost $1600 to replace it because I’m out of warranty. Can you believe it? How does the system go out in a 2 year old vehicle? I have contacted GMC but unfortunately, they are unwilling to help me. However, I still appreciate your time and attention to this matter. Thank you.
Santos Hagenes 2024-06-28
The engine light turned on and the SUV stopped running while I was driving, even though it had supposedly been fixed by GM a year ago. Despite this, the same problem occurred again. I had to use OnStar to call for help and the Racine Sheriff was sent to block traffic and ensure my safety. It is clear that the issue is with the transmission and it needs to be replaced entirely, rather than just replacing individual parts. These are significant issues that need to be addressed.
Steve Zieme 2024-06-08
We purchased a 2017 GMC V6 SLE AWD Terrain in January 2022 with only 51000 miles. From the beginning, I noticed some issues with the power steering being noisy. Although I took it back to the dealership three times and even to a GMC dealership, the problem persisted. However, it has improved after the PS pump and a pipe were replaced. My biggest concern is that there are no more navigation updates available for this year's model. It's frustrating to have searched for months (due to the vehicle shortage) for a car with NAV, only to find out that it's useless now. Does anyone have a solution for this? I would appreciate any suggestions.