2010 GMC Terrain engine problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Apr 21, 2026KSEngine

   I bought this car and the mileage said 120K, but the title says when it was tagged 157K. the car has been tampered with and the some of the lights for the car on the dash are missing, such as the check engine light. Also, it misses so bad that it will die at times

   NHTSA complaint #11732619 · source
2. Filed Dec 15, 2025120,000 miTXTowedEngine

   The contact owns a 2010 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the service stabili-trak and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to O’Reilly Auto Parts, where it was diagnosed with a misfire in cylinder #3. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that there was no compression in cylinder #3. The vehicle was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed…

   NHTSA complaint #11705073 · source
3. Filed Nov 25, 2024CAElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Reduce spreed unknown if related to fuel pressure regulator since repaired twice told could be to service bulletin. Warning lights keeps appearing while driving at a speed of 40 to 50 mph.

   NHTSA complaint #11627256 · source
4. Filed Jul 3, 2024MIElectrical SystemEngine

   Twice had to have wiring repaired because animals ate the wiring. Both were caused by GM using soy based insulation on wiring that made it a delicacy to the animals and caused them to eat through two wiring harnesses, one of which GM no longer makes. The other complaint is the timing belt has stretched and is now in need of replacement at a cost of $4500 to $5000.

   NHTSA complaint #11598642 · source
5. Filed Jun 16, 202289,000 miHIEngine

   The contact owns a 2010 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a reduction in engine power with the check engine and traction control warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle intermittently failed to start and the passenger's side rear tire made knocking sounds and lifted up off the roadway while making turns. The contact also stated that the vehicle consumed an excessive amount of oil, causing the…

   NHTSA complaint #11469633 · source
6. Filed May 25, 2022121,000 miILEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2010 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH and depressing the acceleration pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated the vehicle was restarted several times and the gear shifter was shifted several times before the vehicle started operating as needed. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed and the contact was informed that the…

   NHTSA complaint #11466141 · source
7. Filed May 15, 2022MAEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   My 2010 Terrain had been been intermittent dash warnings for “Service StabiliTrac” and “Engine Power Reduced” which would force the engine to reduce the speed itself down to about 30 MPH. After turning off car and restarting, warnings would go away. Yesterday, while driving on a secondary road, with no check engine light on, the engine stalled while traveling at approx 35 MPH. I was able to drop the vehicle into neutral and coast onto a side street, while also attempting to…

   NHTSA complaint #11464699 · source
8. Filed Dec 22, 2021ILEngine

   My terrain recently got the check engine light on the mechanic is telling me that it is the timing chain that all of this vehicles have this problem and i got lucky it only jumped one tooth to repair will cost me around $ 1500 what i don't understand if this is been going on for long time how is it that this does not constitute a recall

   NHTSA complaint #11444728 · source
9. Filed Nov 17, 2021GAEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   I bought my 2010 GMC Terrain SLE at 160,000. It had a rough start up but the dealer said it was because it was an older car and been sitting for a while. The rough start up never stopped even after replacing the catalytic converter because of code P0420. The mechanic informed of this specific vehicle oil composition so I was consistently checking the oil. A month after the NEW catalytic converter was installed. I stalled out on the interstate with traffic going 65 mph…

   NHTSA complaint #11440749 · source
10. Filed Aug 16, 202198,000 miMOEngine

    The contact owns a 2010 GMC Terrain. The contact stated the vehicle would not exceed 15 MPH and was consuming a significant amount of engine oil. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the rings needed to be replaced. The contact stated the vehicle was not repaired; however, the engine oil was refilled. The contact stated that the failure persisted, and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer who replaced the…

    NHTSA complaint #11429353 · source
11. Filed Apr 16, 2021132,000 miWIEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

    2010 gmc terrain i bought off a dealership lot in march 2019 not knowing all the reported issues! Being a single mother i thought i was buying a fairly priced,gas eff. Reliable car.from day 1 i have had countless oil changes, my tire pressure warning light will not turn off after replacing stems,tires nothing turns the light off! It lacks pick up speed and rough gear changes. While driving and coming to a stop it would hesitate and chug like it was going to die. I returned…

    NHTSA complaint #11408432 · source
12. Filed Apr 15, 2021136,000 miSCEngine

    Tl* the contact owns a 2010 gmc terrain. The contact was driving at an undisclosed speed, when she heard a rattling noise and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to richard kay superstore (1935 pearman dairy rd, anderson, sc 29625) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that piston rings failure caused excessive oil consumption, there was coolant in the oil, and the engine was internally cracked. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The…

    NHTSA complaint #11408274 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology