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P0299 on GMC TERRAIN

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
3
Most Affected
2020, 2022

What P0299 Means on Your GMC TERRAIN

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

"This message concerns a persistent engine light that activates and generates engine code P0299, indicating an engine underboost issue. There have been several occasions where I am driving over 55mph on the highway and my 2020 Terrain SLT fails to pick up speed over 60mph in traffic."

— 2020 GMC TERRAIN owner • ENGINE • Filed 01/14/2025

"I just purchased this vehicle about 2 weeks ago, and was driving through the fog/cold weather and my check engine light came on. Went to O'Reillys and had them check the code."

— 2020 GMC TERRAIN owner • ENGINE • Filed 01/01/2023

"SUVs check engine light turned on and went into reduced power mode, it has been very cold for approximately a month. Code P0299."

— 2022 GMC TERRAIN owner • POWER TRAIN • Filed 01/29/2026

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

Common Causes of P0299 on GMC TERRAIN

66.7%
33.3%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2020
2
2022
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

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  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

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P0299 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