2012 GMC Terrain

$1,000
from
109
listings
$1K–$13K
price range
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Low$1,000
High$12,500
From$1,000
Avg Mileage130,046 mi
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Sourced from 109 active dealer listings as of

2012 GMC Terrain Trims

All Trims Combined
From$1,000
$1K–$13K
109 listings130,046 avg miles
AT4
From$15,795
3,117 listings|$16K–$48K
Denali
From$1,500
2,906 listings|$2K–$63K
Elevation
From$16,980
5,180 listings|$17K–$42K
SLE
From$625
3,681 listings|$625–$37K
SLT
From$900
2,675 listings|$900–$42K

2012 GMC Terrain Pricing

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GMC Terrain Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 4 recalls and 369 complaints, the 2012 GMC Terrain rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

4
Recalls
369
Complaints
17
Crashes
5
Fires
Recall Findings
14V4470002014-23-07
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

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.

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.

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16V5020002016-05-07
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

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."

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

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11V5110002011-19-10
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

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.

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.

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22V1370002022-08-03
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

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."

The bright reflection may cause a glare for other drivers, reducing their visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2012 GMC Terrain's biggest weak point? ENGINE. It leads 369 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Engine104
02Visibility/wiper70
03Unknown Or Other20
04Power Train,engine15
05Air Bags14
369 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov

GMC Terrain Fuel Economy

19–26mpg combined
·
16-22city
·
23-31hwy
·
$1,700-$2,300/yr

Fuel economy for the 2012 GMC Terrain ranges from 19 to 26 MPG combined across 8 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Terrain FWD - Automatic 6-spd
26mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city31 hwy~$1,700/yr-1/10 Poor
Terrain AWD - Automatic 6-spd
23mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
20 city28 hwy~$1,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Terrain FWD - Automatic 6-spd
20mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Terrain AWD - Automatic 6-spd
19mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
16 city23 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2012 GMC Terrain

42States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Michigan (11%), but the remaining listings are spread across 41 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2012.

2012 GMC Terrain: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2012 GMC Terrain a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2012 GMC Terrain. There are 4 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2012 GMC Terrain?

Yes, 4 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2012 GMC Terrain?

Fuel economy ranges from 19 to 26 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $744 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2012 GMC Terrain?

ENGINE problems top the list with 369 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2012 compare to other GMC Terrain years?

Each GMC Terrain model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the GMC Terrain overview page.

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