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P0013 on GMC TERRAIN

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2012, 2013

What P0013 Means on Your GMC TERRAIN

Real GMC TERRAIN Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Took vehicle into dealer for a recall on October 17, 2023 with the recall being [Primary]: RECALL : C/S: N192268181 -TAILPIPE EMISSIONS - EXHAUST COMPONENTS: C/S: N192268181 -TAILPIPE EMISSIONS - EXHAUST COMPONENTS."

— 2012 GMC TERRAIN owner • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 04/12/2024

"Complaints for my 2013 gmc terrain flex fuel when i was at a stop light with a 4 lane intersection. whenever the light changed the vehicle sputter out or quit when i took my foot off the brake to press the gas pedal. the vehicle behind me almost rear ended the back of my suv."

— 2013 GMC TERRAIN owner • ENGINE • Filed 05/20/2019

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0013 on GMC TERRAIN

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2012
1
2013
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

P0013 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026