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LFX 3.6L V6 LFX 288 hp Automatic Front-wheel drive SUV 2013–2017 Custom Search
✔ Good Choice
Engine LFX ✔ Good Choice 8,170–15,510 $

3.6-liter High Feature V6 with direct injection, variable valve timing, and 288 hp. Far more durable than the LLT predecessor. Requires strict 5,000-mile oil changes (never trust the oil life monitor) or timing chain stretch starts around 85,000 mi.

Fun Factor? Decent

Better than early models, still not great

The LFX variant has fewer timing chain issues, but power steering and AC remain weak points.

Engine Weaknesses 1

!! Premature timing chain wear 3.6L LFX 2013–2015

Early 3.6L LFX suffers premature timing chain stretch when oil change intervals are stretched. GM Special Coverage SC-10287 applies.

Symptoms: Cold start rattle, P0008/P0009 codes, check engine light

1,980–3,300 $ from 140,000 km

Vehicle Weaknesses 5

!! Gearbox 6-Speed Transmission Wave Plate Failure 2008–2012

The 6T75 wave plate in the automatic transmission can shatter due to improper hardening. Metal debris destroys the transmission internally.

3,520–5,500 $ from 92,000 km
!! Steering Power Steering Failure 2008–2015

Power steering pump and rack are prone to leaks and complete failure. GM was aware of this issue since 2007.

1,430–3,190 $ from 90,000 km
!! HVAC A/C Refrigerant Line Rubbed Through by Power Steering Hose 2008–2012

The power steering pressure hose rubs through the aluminum A/C line running to the rear evaporator. Design defect.

880–2,200 $ from 82,000 km
! Electronics StabiliTrak Warnings

StabiliTrak/TC warning lights and intermittent limp mode caused by weak battery or throttle body buildup.

220–880 $
! Body Liftgate Struts Won't Hold Open

Support struts fail to hold liftgate open, especially in cold weather.

140–440 $ from 100,000 km
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Below average
2,215 complaints · 2008–2017
Airbags
759 ⚠ 37
Steering
431 ⚠ 12
Powertrain
305 ⚠ 8
Engine
288 ⚠ 5
Electrical
223 ⚠ 3

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Airbags (759 complaints)
⚠ Steering (431 complaints)
⚠ Powertrain (305 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04

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