2022 Gmc TERRAIN problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
57 owner complaints analyzed
2 distinct recall campaigns
49,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2022 model year. Data snapshot: . 15 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Fuel/Propulsion System is the most frequently named component, appearing in 26 of 57 complaints (45.6%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system concerns | 27 | 47.4% |
| Engine operation | 15 | 26.3% |
| Braking behavior | 5 | 8.8% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 4 | 7.0% |
| Transmission and shifting | 3 | 5.3% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 26 |
| Engine | 10 |
| Power Train | 8 |
| Unknown Or Other | 7 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump:Control/Drive Module | 2 |
Fuel/Propulsion System: 26; Engine: 10; Power Train: 8; Unknown Or Other: 7; Electrical System: 6; Fuel System, Gasoline: 6; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump: 2; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump:Control/Drive Module: 2
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 6 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 2 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 5 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 1 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 1 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 6; 25,000 to 49,999: 2; 50,000 to 74,999: 5; 75,000 to 99,999: 1; 100,000 to 149,999: 1; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (6). 42 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 |
| 2025 | 28 |
| 2026 | 22 |
2024: 7; 2025: 28; 2026: 22
Pattern summary
Fuel/Propulsion System leads the component reports. Fuel system concerns appears in 27 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 15 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 5 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11605444 · 2024-07-30 (July 30, 2024)
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while pulling into a parking lot, the fuel light illuminated. While driving, the vehicle shut off and failed to restart. The fuel indicator indicated that there were 34 miles to empty. The contact called Roadside Assistance, who added additional fuel. The fuel indicator showed 64 miles to empty; however, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The man…
Owner-reported narrative. 43,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11605444 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11619217 · 2024-10-10 (October 10, 2024)
Fuel pump power control module failure. Part number 13554821. On [XXX], my trip home from South Carolina to Alabama was interrupted when I stopped to get something to eat. The car would not start and I had to call AAA to tow me to Superior GMC dealership in Anniston, Al. They knew what was wrong as soon as I told them it would not start. They already replaced three fuel pump control modules that day on the same model as mine. The service department said it was a persistent problem in GMC automobile's. I am [XXX] who had confidence enough …
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11619217 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11620259 · 2024-10-16 (October 16, 2024)
My check engine light came on and I got it hooked up to get the code of P0171 - Upon checking it was different things like O2 sensor the Mass Airflow sensor, fuel pump issue etc. I have been having issues with slight hesitation during acceleration, some jerking when slowing down (not hitting the brakes). Now the check engine light was on for one day the next day it was off. I did some research and found an article that stated that GM is issuing a safety recall for 2021 and 2022 GMC terrain due to a problem with the fuel pump module failing, not…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11620259 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11638706 · 2025-01-27 (January 27, 2025)
This is the second time this occurred, once in Oct 2024 and on 1/25/25. While driving the check engine light came on and within one minute the vehicle began to stall and within 20 second the engine shut off. The first time it happened in the middle of the road and the second time I was just able to turn onto a side street. In both cases the vehicle would not restart and left me stranded.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11638706 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11645920 · 2025-03-03 (March 3, 2025)
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving in a parking lot, and the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle hesitated and stalled. The vehicle failed to immediately restart but restarted after waiting for 10 minutes. The vehicle was taken to the residence. The contact retrieved DTC: P129F while using a handheld scanner. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 76,670.
Owner-reported narrative. 76,670 miles reported. Look up ODI 11645920 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11655646 · 2025-04-19 (April 19, 2025)
Three times in one month, four months after purchasing vehicle from dealership, the vehicle stalls while driving and will not restart. After running codes, each instance prompted a P129F code for the fuel pump driver control module. After the second incident, the vehicle was inspected by a qualified repair shop and no issue or stored codes were found. When the issues occur and the car stalls, the Check Engine Light and a Low Battery warning message can be seen on the instrument panel. When this issue occurs, the vehicle's gears cannot be shifte…
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Owner report 11670572 · 2025-07-01 (July 1, 2025)
Own 2022 terrain that suddenly stalled one morning after starting vehicle with remote access before getting on highway. Vehicle cut off after 5 minutes and wouldn’t restart. Battery very strong but check engine light came on. Vehicle was towed to dealership and advise it was the fuel pump control module. No warning lights or proper failures for my vehicle.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11670572 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11651184 · 2025-03-27 (March 27, 2025)
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, there was while smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with oil intrusion into the pistons, causing transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The dealer changed the oil and advised the contact to return every two thousand miles. On a separate occasion, the contact stated that while her husband was driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated and jerked…
Owner-reported narrative. 18,686 miles reported. Look up ODI 11651184 at NHTSA ↗