2012 GMC Terrain Review

2012 GMC Terrain is a Sport Utility 4-dr style car measuring 185.30 in length and 66.30 in height. Made in Canada, 2012 GMC Terrain has 8 trims priced by the manufacturer at 25,480 with just total of 3 recalls in the past 2012 GMC Terrain. It’s seating 5 people with 4 doors and a rank size of 18.00 gallon. The engine is 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV and uses 17 - 22 of gasoline in the city and 17 - 22 on highways.

Make: GMC
Model: Terrain
Trims Available: 8
Location: CANADA
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV
Transmission: 6A
Driveline: FWD
Seats: 5
MSRP: $25,480 USD
MPG: 22 City / 32 HWY
Tires: 225/65R17
Tank Size: 18 gallon

GMC Terrain 2012 Trims

2012 GMC Terrain SLT2 FWD

Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 17 - 22 City / 24 - 32 HWY

2012 GMC Terrain SLE1 FWD

Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 22 City / 32 HWY

2012 GMC Terrain SLE2 FWD

Engine: 3.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 17 - 22 City / 24 - 32 HWY

2012 GMC Terrain SLT1 FWD

Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 17 - 22 City / 24 - 32 HWY

2012 GMC Terrain SLE1 AWD

Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 20 City / 29 HWY

2012 GMC Terrain SLE2 AWD

Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 16 - 20 City / 22 - 29 HWY

2012 GMC Terrain SLT1 AWD

Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 16 - 20 City / 22 - 29 HWY

2012 GMC Terrain SLT2 AWD

Engine: 3.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 16 - 20 City / 22 - 29 HWY

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Safety and Reliability

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Safety & Recalls

Recall 11V511000 started on /Date(1318996800000-0400)/.

Summary: GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHEVROLET EQUINOX AND GMC TERRAIN VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 18, 2011, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 6, 2011, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NUMBER 138, "TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM" (TPMS). THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO ILLUMINATE THE TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT WHEN THE PRESSURE IN A TIRE IS 25% BELOW THE RECOMMENDED COLD TIRE PRESSURE. ON THESE VEHICLES, THE LIGHT WILL NOT ILLUMINATE UNTIL THE TIRE PRESSURE IS MORE THAN 25% BELOW THE RECOMMENDED COLD TIRE PRESSURE.

Consequence: UNDERINFLATED TIRES CAN RESULT IN TIRE OVERLOADING AND OVERHEATING, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A BLOWOUT AND POSSIBLE CRASH. THE RESULTING CRASH COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY. UNDERINFLATED TIRES CAN ALSO RESULT IN PREMATURE OR IRREGULAR WEAR, POOR HANDLING, AND POOR FUEL ECONOMY.

Remedy: GM DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE BODY CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT NOVEMBER 9, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 AND GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.

Recall 14V447000 started on /Date(1406088000000-0400)/.

Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, equipped with power height adjustable driver and passenger seats. In the affected vehicles, the bolt that secures the driver's and passenger's power front seat height adjuster may fall out causing the seat to drop suddenly to the lowest vertical position.

Consequence: If the driver's seat unexpectedly drops, the distraction and altered seat position may affect the drivers' control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the height adjuster shoulder bolts, free of charge. The manufacturer distributed interim letters to owners on September 11, 2014. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14271.

Recall 16V502000 started on /Date(1467691200000-0400)/.

Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

Consequence: If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick 1-800-521-7300, and GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 50490 and 50491.

FAQ

One of the main issues about the 2012 GMC Terrain is related to the latest recall where "underinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout and possible crash. the resulting crash could cause serious injury. underinflated tires can also result in premature or irregular wear, poor handling, and poor fuel economy". 2012 GMC Terrain is ranked 4 in safety ratings, which is higher then the rating for 2011 GMC Terrain.

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2012 GMC Terrain is made in Canada between 2010 to 2022.

Before going to the dealership, get an appraisal for your 2012 GMC Terrain so you know how much it’s worth. Usually, the value of used 2012 GMC Terrain is lower than $15,590.

2012 GMC Terrain can go 306 miles in the city and 432 on the highways.

GMC All models of 2012

GMC Acadia

$25,480 - $32,930
17 - 22 City / 24 - 32 HWY
8 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV

GMC Canyon

$25,480 - $32,930
17 - 22 City / 24 - 32 HWY
8 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV

GMC Savana

$25,480 - $32,930
17 - 22 City / 24 - 32 HWY
8 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV

GMC Sierra 1500

$25,480 - $32,930
17 - 22 City / 24 - 32 HWY
8 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV

GMC Sierra 2500HD

$25,480 - $32,930
17 - 22 City / 24 - 32 HWY
8 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV

GMC Sierra 3500HD

$25,480 - $32,930
17 - 22 City / 24 - 32 HWY
8 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV

GMC Sierra Hybrid

$25,480 - $32,930
17 - 22 City / 24 - 32 HWY
8 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV

GMC Terrain

$25,480 - $32,930
17 - 22 City / 24 - 32 HWY
8 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV

GMC Yukon

$25,480 - $32,930
17 - 22 City / 24 - 32 HWY
8 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV

GMC Yukon Denali

$25,480 - $32,930
17 - 22 City / 24 - 32 HWY
8 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV

GMC Yukon Hybrid

$25,480 - $32,930
17 - 22 City / 24 - 32 HWY
8 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV

GMC Yukon XL

$25,480 - $32,930
17 - 22 City / 24 - 32 HWY
8 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V FFV

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