39 Drivetrain parts are listed for the 2021 GMC Terrain, in 15 part types, covering both the 1.5L L4 Turbocharged and the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
The drivetrain system on the 2021 GMC Terrain moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. The largest groups are CV Axle (21 parts), Differential Carrier (3 parts) and Axle Shaft Seal (2 parts). The other 12 part types cover the remaining 13 parts.
The 2021 GMC Terrain was sold with both the 1.5L L4 Turbocharged and the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 2021 GMC Terrain drivetrain parts are GM GENUINE (22 parts), GSP (6 parts) and TOP NOTCH (5 parts), plus 2 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Heavy Duty.
5 parts on this 2021 GMC Terrain page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including APWI GM8498 (CV Axle) and GM GENUINE 85103941 (CV Axle). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Axle Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 84519493 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear Left4WD | View on Amazon |
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 291347 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear Right4WD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals where an axle shaft exits the housing. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
2 Axle Shaft Seal parts for the 2021 GMC Terrain come from GM GENUINE.
Listed part numbers: GM GENUINE 84519493 and GM GENUINE 291347.
CV Axle
Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSP Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | NCV10164XD | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Xtreme Duty CV AxleFor Extreme Operating Temperatures | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | TN20025XD | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Xtreme Duty | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APWI Popular Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | GM8498 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| GM GENUINE Popular Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 85103941 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right4WD | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Popular Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | TN20195 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Popular Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | TN20197 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front RightFWD | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Popular Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | TN20025 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right4WD | View on Amazon |
| APWI Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | GM8502 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear Right4WD | View on Amazon |
| APWI Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | GM8501 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear Left4WD | View on Amazon |
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 85103943 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fits Front LeftFWD | View on Amazon |
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 84749538 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear Left4WD | View on Amazon |
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 85103940 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front RightFWD | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | NCV10179 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | NCV10257 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear Right4WD | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | NCV10188 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front RightFWD | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | NCV10115 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear Left4WD | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | NCV10164 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right4WD | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | TN20175 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear Left4WD | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | GM8449 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | AAR Joint Design | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | GM86034 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | AAR Joint Design | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | GM86033 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | AAR Joint Design | View on Amazon |
This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.
21 CV Axle parts for the 2021 GMC Terrain come from 5 brands — GSP, TOP NOTCH, GM GENUINE and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is APWI GM8498.
In the Heavy Duty grade, GSP and TOP NOTCH supply 2 parts: rated for severe service. A representative part number is GSP NCV10164XD.
In the Standard Replacement grade, GSP, GM GENUINE, TOP NOTCH and 2 other brands supply 19 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is APWI GM8498.
CV Joint Lock Ring
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 90121202 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front InnerSnap Ring Circlip | View on Amazon |
This table covers the CV Joint Lock rings.
One part is listed for the 2021 GMC Terrain — GM GENUINE 90121202.
Differential Carrier
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 86827648 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Ring Gear Outside Diameter (mm): 153 mm | View on Amazon |
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 24287261 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 24287262 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | FrontFWD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the carriers that hold the differential gears in the axle.
3 Differential Carrier parts for the 2021 GMC Terrain come from GM GENUINE.
Listed part numbers: GM GENUINE 86827648, GM GENUINE 24287261 and GM GENUINE 24287262.
Differential Carrier Bearing / Race
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 24237378 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings and races that support the differential carrier.
This group shows a single part: GM GENUINE 24237378.
Differential Carrier Bolt
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 11561302 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 4WDM14 X 2 X 121 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Differential Carrier bolts.
One part is listed for the 2021 GMC Terrain — GM GENUINE 11561302.
Differential Carrier Bushing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 84905394 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear4WD | View on Amazon |
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 84417056 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 4WDFront | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Differential Carrier bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles.
2 Differential Carrier Bushing parts for the 2021 GMC Terrain come from GM GENUINE.
This group includes GM GENUINE 84905394 and GM GENUINE 84417056.
Differential Control Module
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 85001638 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Programming Required: YES | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Differential control modules.
One part is listed for the 2021 GMC Terrain — GM GENUINE 85001638.
Differential Fill / Drain Plug
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 92230583 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear Differential4WD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Differential Fill drain plugs.
This group shows a single part: GM GENUINE 92230583.
Differential Mount Bracket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 84916466 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fits Rear Right4WD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the brackets that mount the Differential Mount. Typical signs include a cracked mount, a rattle, or a bracket that no longer holds alignment. Confirm position in the notes. Many brackets look alike and bolt to different corners.
One part is listed for the 2021 GMC Terrain — GM GENUINE 84916466.
Differential Pinion Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 23206449 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 4WD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the differential pinion yoke. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
This group shows a single part: GM GENUINE 23206449.
Differential Ring Gear
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 24298251 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | FrontSL Model or SLE Model or SLT Model | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Differential Ring gears.
One part is listed for the 2021 GMC Terrain — GM GENUINE 24298251.
Drive Shaft
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 42939384 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear4WD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the driveshafts that carry torque from the transmission or transfer case.
One part is listed for the 2021 GMC Terrain — GM GENUINE 42939384.
Drive Shaft Bolt
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 11570500 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 4WDM10X1.5X35 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Drive Shaft bolts.
This group shows a single part: GM GENUINE 11570500.
Retaining Ring
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: 1.5L L4 Turbocharged | 24231157 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front153.59 Installed Nominal | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Retaining rings.
This group shows a single part: GM GENUINE 24231157.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2021 GMC Terrain
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Match the engine first. Every drivetrain part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: CV Axle and Differential Carrier .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 2021 GMC Terrain?
Our catalog currently lists 39 drivetrain parts for the 2021 GMC Terrain across 15 subcategories and 5 brands, covering both the 1.5L L4 Turbocharged and the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do drivetrain parts differ between 2021 GMC Terrain engines?
Yes. Every drivetrain part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 2021 GMC Terrain?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2021 GMC Terrain was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2021 GMC Terrain?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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