Got into car one day and the drivers side seat had dropped to it's lowest position. Saw that a bolt that aids the seat riser mechanism had fallen out. Very dangerous if happened while driving. I was able to manually screw it back in.
2011 GMC Terrain seats problems
10 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
Owners did not name a specific part.
At what mileage
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GMC Terrain seats problems in other years
Related recalls
Seats: front assembly: power adjust
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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 number 14V447000 · Recall details
What 2011 GMC Terrain owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Car rattles on start up and seems to be noisier than it should be. Drivers seat heater utilizes high heat no matter what settings it is on. If heater is left on I get a burning smell. Poor fuel economy, at best I get 22 MPH. Engine runs rough in eco mode especially at an idle. I have had an occasional issue with hard downshifts when I decelerate then accelerate. I do mostly city driving.
Since I first purchased the car, it has given nothing but issues, the AC went out while still under warranty, it was fixed so I thought, it broke down again and because I was unable to describe word by word, I was told it would not be covered since it was not the same issue and I no longer had the warranty. A mechanic told me that gmc installed really cheap AC compresors/unit and he has had a lot of customers with same issue. It is a shame that we pay so much money in the purchase of a vehicle and in return we get a piece of junk. I need help.
Shoulder bolt that controls height adjustment on power driver's seat. I have asked on two different occasions and always no parts available. Do not allow wife to drive vehicle as there is significant difference in our heights.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 gmc terrain. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v447000 (seats); however, the parts were unavailable to perform the repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 gmc terrain. The contact received a notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v447000 (seats). However, the parts needed for the repair were not available. The dealer was unable to provide a specific date when the parts would become available. The manufacturer was contacted and could not provide an estimated date for when the vehicle would receive the recall repairs. The contact was not experiencing a failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 gmc terrain. The contact stated that the driver's seat bolt unscrewed causing the seat to move independently. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was made aware of recall the federal safety agency campaign id number: 14v447000 (seat). However, the vehicle was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 39,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 gmc terrain. The contact stated that the driver was traveling 25 MPH and almost crashed into a pedestrian on a bicycle. The driver was unable to see the pedestrian until she was within an extremely close proximity. The contact stated that he had previously read in the owner's manual that the driver should be over 5'2 however, the dealer advised that they were not familiar with the contact's findings. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that they would further investigate the issue. The failure mileage was unknown. Updated 08/07/12*lj the consumer stated he read in the owner's manual that a person under 5'2' should not drive the vehicle.
This vehicle boggs down when giving it gas and will often cut off after stopping for no reason. There is a noise when you start the vehicle (like a clicking noise). The vehicle do not get the 32 mpg as what is stated, I get about 20 mpg highway. The gas needle does not work properly. I will fill up and still show 1/4 short. The leather seats are buckling and dealer says its normal but know others with leather seats & not happening to them. Recently took in for "service engine" light and malfunction light. This is new car & none of these issues should be happening this soon. I feel like it's a "lemon" and dealer is no help and these problems will compound as car gets older and warranty is over I will be out of luck. Unhappy customer.
On 11-21-10 my five year old son bumped his head on a hard surface that was not safely designed or padded properly. This happens when the brakes are applied strongly. Nothing was done by gm to correct this issue.
Questions about the 2011 GMC Terrain seats
Does the 2011 GMC Terrain have seats problems?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the seats of the 2011 GMC Terrain, 3% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2011 GMC Terrain seats problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 2011 GMC Terrain seats?
Yes, 1 recall: 14V447000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
Other 2011 GMC Terrain problems
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