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2012 Terrain, should I wait or get 2011.
Looking for a new Terrain, I received the following update from GMC chat online about the differences between 2011 and 2012.
http://media.gmc.com/media/us/en/gmc/vehicles/terrain/2012.html
Seems like the only difference is the camera view in the dash and the E-85 engine which doesnt mean anything in the NE. Of course the elimination of the color I want( cyber grey) ha ha. The link above talks about content and of course would not mention any part of manufacturing changes that might occur in the 2012.
ShouldI wait for a 2012 and hope there are behind the scene improvements or just get a 2011. Whats your thoughts.
http://media.gmc.com/media/us/en/gmc/vehicles/terrain/2012.html
Seems like the only difference is the camera view in the dash and the E-85 engine which doesnt mean anything in the NE. Of course the elimination of the color I want( cyber grey) ha ha. The link above talks about content and of course would not mention any part of manufacturing changes that might occur in the 2012.
ShouldI wait for a 2012 and hope there are behind the scene improvements or just get a 2011. Whats your thoughts.
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"For late 2012 model year introduction, GMC will make IntelliLink available to Terrain buyers." - does that mean it won't be available until later this year or sometime next year? Thanks!
As of right now that is the only information I have as well. This line just simply states that IntelliLink will be available on the 2012 Terrain; however, it will not be available at the beginning of production (which was mid July). I am unsure specifically when this will be available. I would definitely recommend speaking with your dealer. I apologize I don't have a more specific answer with a specific date.
Christina
GM Customer Service
I need to inspect another Terrain with sunroof to see if it is widespread or not......
Thanks for the reply! I spoke with 2 locak dealerships in the area (CT) - neither has more specific answers on timing of IntelliLink.
I would recommend just asking a dealer or sales staff to keep you updated as to when it will be available. I would also recommend checking with the web site for updates as well.
Christina
GM Customer Service
Thanks, and have a great holiday weekend,
Sarah
GM Customer Service
I live in the NE, and with mixed terrain (highway, back roads, hills, lots of hills) driving, get 24.5 mph consistently. The first few months I was able to get 24.9 mph, but have not been able to get there again...
Best,
Sarah
GM Customer Service
I see that you have already worked with us - what is your case number? I would like to check into it to make sure that everything was handled appropriately.
Regards,
Sarah
GM Customer Service
I'm sorry to hear that you're experiencing this knocking noise with your Terrain. If you had wanted for us to open a case (even just to document this concern), please send us an email at socialmedia@gm.com with the following information: your name and Edmunds username, phone and address, the last 8 of your VIN and current mileage, and the name of your involved dealership.
Kind regards,
Sarah
GM Customer Service
I bought a 2012 SLE 2 Terrain w/ V4 engine: it knocked from the rear (probably the fuel pump), it sputtered in gear when sitting still "P" or idling in "D" drive, it lunged forward while idling; it has tremendous blind spots (even w/ back up camera, w/ zero distance indicators, no beeps, sirens or horns & zero way of distinguishing distance-to-object in camera) caused me to hit a mailbox - cost me $189 to replace the driver's side brake light assembly in lift gate) + $30 for actual labor to replace - the passenger's side windshield is so warped, that it causes any other vehicle next to you, on your right side, in other lane,, to actually "look" like they are coming in to you to "hit" you!!!! It will frighten you.
There are so many forums and sites that chat it up about the Terrains...yes they look great, have red stiched interiors, look great in and out, however; their drive train, computer programming, piss-poor components, lack of visibility, and never, never does it get the sticker's MPG - never! I've gotten at BEST 23.8 MPG, w/ or w/o the "ECO" on or off - this vehicle is over priced - will never reach EPA MPG estimates - has diagnostic issues - $*&$ it, I've gotten rid of mine and I'm very happy that I got $21,500.00 for a trade on a Terrain that I bought new - in Nov 2011 for $24,575.00 - thank God they gave us a good trade...I was happy to give the Chevy Dealership the difference!! and GET THIS --> within one day, someone wanted to buy our truck! LOL Good riddance, Terrain...
We're sorry to read about the situation with your Terrain. Do you have a Service Request number (71-**********) that we could check into? Please send that, or the last 8 digits of your VIN, to us at socialmedia@gm.com
Sarah, GM Customer Service
When I pulled up your VIN, I saw that you do not have a Service Request open on this at this time. If you would like for us to look into the situation further, please email us the following information so we can get one set up for you: your name and Edmunds username, phone and address, current mileage, and the name of your dealership. Again, our email address is socialmedia@gm.com
Sarah, GM Customer Service
If you wanted to try my email at sarah_grace@gmexpert.com, I can forward it to Christina.
Sarah, GM Customer Service
My cold start knock noise was solved with a recall and replacement of the Camshaft position sensor at 7 K mikes. It is now 13K and no reoccurrance.
ANy specifics questions about the car let me know
I just started getting this issue. I'm close to 36k miles with my 2011 slt.
My fiance was driving the car a few weeks ago and the car stalled and the engine light came on. I took it to a GMC and they said "it's a dirty throttle body" and charged me $200 bucks to clean it. Car had no issues again till the same issue came up AGAIN. I'm just aching to hear what the issue is now.
I've been searching forums everywhere and it seems like most 2011 terrains are (conveniently?) stalling at around 35k+ miles. And each separate dealership is listing different reasons as the cause....maybe GMC might need to look at the design again and do a recall BEFORE we need to go back and forth for the same issue.
We're sorry to hear that the problem has resurfaced for you. If you wanted for us to check into anything further for you, please contact us via email at socialmedia@gm.com with more information (including your name and contact information, the last 8 digits of your VIN and mileage, the name of your dealership, and a brief summary of the situation) .
Sarah, GM Customer Service