FaultScore

2022 GMC Terrain fuel system problems

34 of the 71 complaints about the 2022 GMC Terrain are about the fuel system — 48% of everything reported for this model year. Half of the failures with a mileage on record happened before 50,563 miles.

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Exactly what failed

Fuel/Propulsion System 23 67.6%
Fuel System, Gasoline 6 17.6%
Fuel Pump 2 5.9%
Control/Drive Module 2 5.9%
Control/Drive Module 1 2.9%

Fuel & Propulsion across every GMC Terrain year

2010 16 6.2%
2011 48 18.7%
2012 29 11.3%
2013 23 8.9%
2014 15 5.8%
2015 17 6.6%
2018 15 5.8%
2020 30 11.7%
2022 34 13.2%
2023 20 7.8%
2024 10 3.9%

What owners said

Filed with NHTSA, in their own words.

Aurora, OH

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

SUV shut down when I was driving with no warning. OBD reader Code P129F Fuel pump power control Module is bad GM has recall #N252516900 lists my year and make of my SUV but my VIN# is not included and GMC said that it will not covered because the vin is not on the list.

NHTSA complaint #11757080 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Pewee Valley, KY

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

The car suffered a long crank, then stalled completely while moving on a public road, which is a severe safety hazard.

NHTSA complaint #11755736 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Kenbridge, VA

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

My 2022 GMC Terrain left me on the side of the road today with a fuel pump module failure. After having it towed to the dealership I began looking to see if this is a known problem. I see that there was a recall for the 2022 GMC Terrain, but my VIN is not listed on that recall. MY FUEL PUMP MODULE FAILED! I think that my VIN was left off of recall list. GMC should pay to repair this!

NHTSA complaint #11755672 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 51,000 miles Loami, IL

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road. The “Low Fuel” message was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump was inoperable and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 51,000.

NHTSA complaint #11754945 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 66,000 miles Royal Oak, MI

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 35 MPH, the contact received an email and text from OnStar with DTC: P129F, and the message to not drive the vehicle was displayed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump power control module had failed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that the failure was related to N252516900, a General Motors (GM) emission recall related to the Fuel Pump Power Control Module (FPCM and GM safety recall N222372310 – Inadequate Fuel Pump Flow. The local dealer was contacted, who stated that the fuel pump had failed to meet higher outputs. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that there was no coverage on the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000.

NHTSA complaint #11746008 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 66,000 miles Royal Oak, MI

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 35 MPH, the contact received an email and text from OnStar with DTC: P129F, and the message to not drive the vehicle was displayed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump power control module had failed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that the failure was related to N252516900, a General Motors (GM) emission recall related to the Fuel Pump Power Control Module (FPCM and GM safety recall N222372310 – Inadequate Fuel Pump Flow. The local dealer was contacted, who stated that the fuel pump had failed to meet higher outputs. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that there was no coverage on the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000.

NHTSA complaint #11746008 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Clayton, OK

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Won't start and stay running

NHTSA complaint #11745461 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Lynchburg, VA

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Driving to work and the vehicle suddenly turned off in the middle of the road just as I had turned the corner onto another street leaving me in a dangerous spot. There was no warning lights or anything it just shut off and would not start back up. Sister had to wait with vehicle while brother in law drove me to work. Had to have the vehicle towed to Tinney Chevrolet GMC service department and after they completed their service found out the FUEL PUMP MODULE failed. I was told GMC has open recall for 2022 GMC Terrain on this exact issue but for some reason my VIN number doesn't come from the HUB they issued the recall from? I find it suspicious my vehicle had the exact same part fail and left me in a dangerous situation with traffic coming around the corner as well as the inconvenience of family having to come take me to work and sit with my vehicle waiting for the tow truck. I had a bill from the service dept. for this repair of $671.15 and the towing company was $125.00 I would hope GMC would look into the fuel pump module issue for all 2022 GMC Terrain vehicles.

NHTSA complaint #11745002 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Hacienda Heights, CA

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

A diagnostic test was ran on my vehicle and the only code that came back was issues with my fuel pump system. A recall for the issue is in place. However, my VIN number is not included. I took the vehicle to the closes GMC dealer and they replaced the fuel pump module. Within 2 weeks, the engine light came back on. I contacted the dealer and was instructed to keep driving the vehicle, the vehicle maybe resetting itself. I did and the engine light went off. Within 2 more weeks, the engine light came back on. I took it to the dealer and now they are telling me I need a new fuel pump. This leads me to believe the problem was not fixed and anything related to the fuel pump should have been examined and/or fixed.

NHTSA complaint #11742996 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 60,000 miles Humnoke, AR

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

The contact's husband owns a 2022 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the vehicle shut off with the message "Press Brake Pedal to Start" displayed on the instrument panel. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle several times and added fuel to the fuel tank jug; however, the vehicle failed to restart. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle with a defective fuel pump module. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V013000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

NHTSA complaint #11727250 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Lexington, NC

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Fuel pump module failure, there’s a recall on this part for this year model but not my vin #

NHTSA complaint #11727062 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Gaylord, MI

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

With no warning signs, vehicle abruptly stalled while driving. I attempted to restart multiple times. Finally restarted and drove another 100ft and stalled again now with a check engine light. Made it to local shop and code P129F was found for fuel pump module. I see there is a recall on this but not for my particular vin. Recommend expanding recalls.

NHTSA complaint #11726130 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Manton, MI

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered and then lost motive power. The message "Restart Vehicle" was displayed, but the vehicle failed to restart. The contact was able to push the vehicle into the driveway. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic, who determined that the fuel pump module had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V013000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was unknown.

NHTSA complaint #11717598 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

South Haven, MN

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

The car went into limp mode while I was on the highway. The car said reducing engine power and then I couldn't go the speed limit I had to drive well under the speed limit and pull off the road as soon as possible. I brought it home and water came pouring out the intercooler after looking online. I found out this is a known issue for this vehicle.

NHTSA complaint #11704199 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 50,126 miles El Campo, TX

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the residence. In addition, the contact stated that the failure occurred while the contact was driving on the highway. The contact stated that an independent mechanic inspected the vehicle and diagnosed the vehicle with a failed fuel pump. The contact was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was made aware of the failure. In addition, the contact referenced an unknown recall that had a similar failure description; however, the VIN was not associated with the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,126.

NHTSA complaint #11698637 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Timmonsville, SC

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

My wife was driving down the road and all of a sudden the car just shut off and wouldn’t start back up. She called me and I went to her and tried to get the started with no progress so I called a tow truck to come pick it up and come to the mechanic shop to have it fixed. They run a diagnostic test on it and it was the fuel module. Called the gmc in my town and the said it was not covered under warranty or there wasn’t a recall on it either. W needed my car fixed so I called around to find a fuel module and finally found one in north Myrtle Beach. I had to go and pick it up around 75 miles from where I live and bought it back to the mechanic. He put in on and that fixed the problem. A lot of the 22 Terrian’s has a recall but mine doesn’t. I would like to know why mine doesn’t and it only has 53,000 miles and mine falls in the same category as all the others. I think I should be reimbursed having to pay to have mine repaired.

NHTSA complaint #11696336 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Hopkins, SC

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

The car was at a red light so it automatically stopped. when the lights turned green, I removed my foot from the break and the car would not move. I had to call OnStar for roadside assistance and they called the police to make sure I was safe and that traffic flowed safely. My car was towed to the dealership after they tried to start the car by the key and my jumper cables. The car would not start. The dealership is unable to start the car as well and they are saying that the issue with the fuel pump is not under the most recent recall for my VIN number. I was able to locate the recall for the same exact issue that I’m having under my VIN number on the GMC website. I have filed a report with the GMC manufacturer to try and get this issue fixed. I have brought this car in multiple times to the dealership I purchased from and an additional dealership to show them the issues that I have been having with this car starting and stopping, I could have been ran over by a public transportation bus today.

NHTSA complaint #11695311 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 12,777 miles Somerville, TN

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving approximately 5-10 MPH, the vehicle stopped independently, and the gear shifter failed to shift to neutral(N). A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump power control module needed to be replaced. The fuel pump power control module was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 12,777.

NHTSA complaint #11694106 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Addison, IL

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

I HAVE THIS 2022 GMC TERRAIN WITH 19,000. MILES ON IT. IT IS OUT OF WARRANTY BY 2 MONTHS AND NOT YEARS OR MILES. ON 6-23-23 THE VEHICLE WAS BROUGHT TO NAPELTON GMC FOR A RECALLED FUEL PUMP FLOW MODULE. IT WAS FIXED AND THE RECALL WAS CLOSED. HOW EVER NOW 9-2-2025 WITH 19,000 MILES I AM EXPERICING THE SAME ISSUE AGAIN. IT WAS TOWED TO THE DEAL AND DIAGNOSED WITH THE SAME ISSUE. THIS TIME THEY ARE NOT COVERING IT BECAUSE THE RECALL WAS COMPLETED. HOWEVER I FEEL THAT WITH ONLY GOING 13,000 MILES SINCE REPAIRED THEY SHOULD BE COVERING IT AGAIN. THEY TOLD ME THE REPAIR COST IS "TO LITTLE" TO OFFER ANYTHING. THE COST WITH THE TOW IS AROUND $762.00 . i WAS TOLD BY GM "NOT THE DEALSHIP" THAT IF I SUBMIT A TICKET SHOWING THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED THEY COULD LOOK AT OTHER COMPNESATION OPTIONS. PLEASE HELP. I ONLY AM ARGUING BECUASE THIS WAS A RECALLED ITEM THAT HASNT LASTED VERY LONG.

NHTSA complaint #11688594 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Carrollton, TX

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

My GMC Terrain started, but then stalled as I tried to pull away from the curb & drive. When I tried to restart it, it turned over but would not start. My AAA Autoclub servicemember used his "check engine" interface machine to determine that the fuel pump module was not communicating with the car, though there was half a tank of gas. This issue has been a well published problem with this year, make & model online, but GMC is not including my VIN# in the recall. I had the car towed to my mechanic & his diagnostic tests revealed the same problem - fuel system module. I would have been in danger if there had been any traffic on my residential street. If the car had driven a few blocks & then stalled, I would have been on a busy boulevard. There were no warning signs prior to the stall. There is a "check engine" icon lit up now because it is going to require service. My mechanic can't fix it, so I need to arrange another tow to get it to a dealership service department. Thank you

NHTSA complaint #11685788 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Martinez, GA

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

I went to start my vehicle up my two days ago (8-25-25) It made a horrible sound and just shut off. The lights on the dashboard would not go out when I turn it off. I also couldn't put in gear. It had to be towed using a dollie to the repair shop. I was told that the module fuel pump power control had to be replaced. The shop owner then went on to tell me that this very same brand (GMC), has been entering his shop at a shockingly alarming rate with this same problem. I'm not very pleased with having to have this repair done as my vehicle is no longer under warranty. It cost me $432.18. I'm not rich and am living in a time as many others are that don't have a bunch a money laying around to throw away. I find this very distressing as well as unfair to my family and I to have to have this replaced on a relatively newer vehicle. If you are aware of this problem, it out to be addressed. I as well as others should have been made aware as well. At the least, I think that I am entitled to a refund for the cost of the repairs.

NHTSA complaint #11683425 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Columbus, GA

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

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.

NHTSA complaint #11670572 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Lunenburg, MA

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Vehicle felt like it was running out of gas and then stalled out while driving down the road. It will not turn over and it will not move out of park. This is a huge safety issue.

NHTSA complaint #11667181 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Muncie, IN

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

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 shifted manually. The vehicle must be force shifted by hand, via transmission components under the hood, in order to place the car into neutral.

NHTSA complaint #11655646 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 18,886 miles Cary, NC

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled, and the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated the failure occurred while driving on a busy highway. The contact called the Emergency Services, who arrived on the scene and assisted with moving the vehicle to the shoulder of the road. The contact stated that the situation was very frightening. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with fuel pump module failure. The contact was informed that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was being repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 18,886.

NHTSA complaint #11653172 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 76,670 miles Vulcan, MO

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

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.

NHTSA complaint #11645920 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Wooster, OH

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

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.

NHTSA complaint #11638706 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Clermont, FL

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Module malfunction open-fuel pump driver control. Engine stops at any time, pressing gas pedal and nothing, the engine stops running no warning. Module has been replaced twice this vehicle should be on recall. When it happens you have no warning and no control. This is life threatening.

NHTSA complaint #11632259 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 49,000 miles Las Vegas, NV

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle was losing forward momentum. The contact stated that she depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle was still losing forward momentum. The contact stated that she was also smelling the odor of gasoline in the passenger cabin. No warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where the dealer was unable to diagnose the failure since no codes were in the system due to no warning lights. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure was a reoccurring failure. The contact had researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V013000 (Fuel System, Gasoline), however her VIN was not part of the recall selection. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 49,000.

NHTSA complaint #11625317 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Houston, TX

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Fuel indicator is reporting empty when car is full, and car is switching gears or shutting off by itself in the middle of driving.

NHTSA complaint #11620226 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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