NHTSA Data Explorer

GMC Acadia Limited

Data refreshed June 26, 2026

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Complaints

5,459

Active records

Recalls

38

Active records

TSBs

3,691

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

1

Injuries

193

Crashes

137

Fires

75

Top reported issues — GMC Acadia Limited

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Operating state

2,876

Reporting mechanism

1,949

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

966

Condition issue

921

Safety restraint issue

752

Steering behavior

653

Engine behavior

617

Driver assistance issue

503

Performance issue

490

Noise

457

Fluid issue

433

Powering on/off behavior

410

Vibration/harshness

321

Electrical issue

310

Access/entry issue

302

Thermal issue

278

Lighting behavior

247

Starting behavior

171

Braking behavior

169

HVAC behavior

154

Safety restraint behavior

133

Infotainment behavior

125

Recent change

60

Wiper/washer behavior

45

Smell

43

Ride/handling behavior

34

Communication/network issue

8

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2020 GMC ACADIA

Filed Jun 22, 2026


Thermostat and cooling sensor went out on my car. GMC issued a special coverage bulletin for 2021 Acadia since it's a widespread issue but not the 2020 (mine) which is also a widespread issue looking online. The repair is over $1000 and should be covered!

2024 GMC ACADIA

Filed Jun 22, 2026


At low speeds the brakes squeal horrendously. We have taken the vehicle to the dealer multiple times and each time they state that the brakes are fine. A vehicle with this low of miles should not have squealing brakes since new.

2017 GMC ACADIA

Filed Jun 22, 2026


The contact owns an Evenflo Car Seat, Model Type: Evenflo Gold Revolve360 Extend, Manufactured Date: January 14, 2025, installed in a 2017 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that the 360-degree rotating car seat failed to lock securely into position while the child was seated in the car seat. While attempting to position the car seat in the forward-facing setting, the rotational shell failed to engage or snap into the locking mechanism on the base. The failure had occurred inside the vehicle. The…

2021 GMC ACADIA

Filed Jun 22, 2026


The contact owns a 2021 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was unintendedly drifting to the right. The vehicle was taken to Dally Tire Company, where it was diagnosed with rear links failure and misalignment. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The dealer scheduled an appointment and provided an estimate for the repair. The manufacturer was not yet…

2017 GMC ACADIA

Filed Jun 18, 2026


Vehicle has experienced multiple electrical and mechanical failures at unusually low mileage. Purchased at 32,000 miles. At approximately 50,000 miles, the factory radio/infotainment system failed completely. Electrical systems were observed remaining active after the vehicle was powered off, suggesting an underlying electrical fault. At approximately 60,000 miles, the power steering rack and fuel pump both required full replacement and were confirmed and replaced by an authorized dealership.…

2010 GMC ACADIA

Filed Jun 18, 2026


4 injured
Fire

The contact owns a 2010 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The contact became aware of white smoke coming from the vents. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road. The contact and minor children exited the vehicle. The contact stated that while exiting the vehicle, there was fire coming from underneath the hood. The Fire truck arrived on the scene and…

2017 GMC ACADIA

Filed Jun 16, 2026


I have replaced 5 batteries in my vehicle. The battery is constantly being drained. There is no lights or residual drawing power that can be identified.

2017 GMC ACADIA

Filed Jun 15, 2026


The contact owns a 2017 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered abnormally. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the transmission and torque converter were previously replaced twice; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage…

2014 GMC ACADIA

Filed Jun 15, 2026


The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while in park(P), the vehicle rolled, requiring the driver to turn off and restart the vehicle, and the vehicle successfully shifted in park(P). Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked. The contact stated that while driving 60-65 MPH, the vehicle shut off, and the steering wheel and the wheels locked up. The contact was barely able to pull over to the side of the road, where the contact…

2014 GMC ACADIA

Filed Jun 12, 2026


Fire

On Sunday June 7, 2026 my husband drove our 2014 GMC Acadia to work. We both work at MSY - Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport for United Airlines. After he parked in the employee garage that is located in at the old terminal and got on the employee shuttle, the passenger tail light sparked a fire. Airport operations responded with the fire department that is stationed at the airport.

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Updated June 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.