GMC Acadia in United Arab Emirates Jan 2013 - Feb 2013
Feb 2013 56420 mi ¤1000	Transmission failed to shift over the third gear. Second time with this problem. First time dealer re-programmed the TCM, now it is getting replaced.

GMC Acadia in California, United States Apr 2012 - Jul 2012
Jun 2012 61000 mi	This car was certified used and apparently GM did not thorougly inspect and repair all with 172 point checklist! Too many repairs to list. Front sway bars replaced. We had brake issues-rotors resurfaced a/c issues-charged unit
Jul 2012 61000 mi	The air went out not cooling and blowing properly. We sold the car back to the dealer so they could have their lemon back.

GMC Acadia in Tennessee, United States Sep 2014 - Apr 2015
Apr 2015 91000 mi	Steering rack had slop

GMC Acadia in Quebec, Canada Jun 2009 - Mar 2010
Jul 2009 9920 mi	Loss of power steering fluid

GMC Acadia in California, United States Jun 2012 - Jul 2012
Jul 2012 75000 mi	Transmission repaired for third time

GMC Acadia in Michigan, United States Sep 2008 - Jun 2012
Mar 2010 26000 mi	Acadia was taken to the dealer for an oil change. Dealer saw that transmission was leaking. Dealer replaced transmission seal.

GMC Acadia in Iowa, United States Sep 2008 - Jul 2018
Oct 2008 12000 mi	Did the May 8 Transmission Flash to change shift points.
May 2009 27000 mi	Driver side head/running light much brighter than other side.
Jul 2010 60000 mi	A/C not cooling to acceptable level.
Aug 2010 60000 mi	A/C Blend Door Actuator needed replacement.
Dec 2010 75000 mi US $120	Stabilizer Bar Bushing Replacement
Jan 2012 106000 mi	Driver side rear hub sensor bad, had to replace hub and sensor. Our warranty had lapsed at 100,000 but GM stood behind this repair.
Nov 2012 132500 mi US $700	Rear inner top arm bushing wore out, had to replace whole arm. only available from GM, 270$ per arm.
Feb 2014 180000 mi US $350	Bushings wore out causing rattle
Aug 2014 190000 mi US $1000	Struts wore out Repair of right rear wheel bearing done at the same time as the struts and included in the $1000 bill
Feb 2015 207900 mi	Changed Rear shocks and passenger side rear horizontal sway link. Power steering pump noisy and intermittent hard steering at low rpms. New pump leaked fluid so had to get another pump at later date. Second steering pump installed.
Mar 2016 248000 mi US $1100	CV joint replaced. Drivers side front wheel bearing replaced.
Dec 2016 275000 mi US $500	Lower control arms replaced.

GMC Acadia in Texas, United States Sep 2012 - Dec 2013
Oct 2013 100200 mi US $1200	Sunroof drains were clogged and flooded interior of vehicle;  Repaired/Replaced condenser and computer for Rear AC that was not working either;

GMC Acadia in Georgia (nation) Oct 2013 - Mar 2014
Oct 2013 57660 mi	Total engine failed, They could not find the problem, still not running
Dec 2013 57660 mi $5900	Replaced Engine Power Steering Pump
Mar 2014 60760 mi	Same engine problem

GMC Acadia in Illinois, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010 43000 mi US $145	PCV valve was leaking oil. Airbag sensor came on. This is the second time. Drivers side airbag was not detected Sun roof leaked water onto drivers side floor during rain.

GMC Acadia in Alabama, United States Jun 2008 - Jan 2015
Mar 2012 91000 mi	Replaced noisy CV axle shaft.

GMC Acadia in California, United States Oct 2008 - Jan 2011
Dec 2008 3000 mi	Engine light went on erroneously and the transmission was not shifting smoothly. (On-star report didn't pick up anything significantly wrong when the light first appeared.) The repair was to update some of the engine and transmission software.
Apr 2009 9000 mi	transmission shifting rough and check engine light on periodically. Was going to take too long 5 days to repair so I picked it up and scheduled the repair for a different time.
May 2009 9000 mi US $30	power and shifting rough and sluggish, particularly around 40 mph and passing on the highway.
Jul 2010 29800 mi	Service Airbag indicator light on intermitantly. Was told the sensors were not connected properly and they were replaced. This has been going on since I bought the car and the problem just reappeared again yesterday.
Sep 2010 34000 mi	Service Airbag light on again. Replaced same sensor as July. Transmission sluggish between 40mph and 60 mph.

GMC Acadia in Virginia, United States Aug 2008 - Jun 2011
May 2008	Bumpy seat track for driver seat when moving forward backward. Repaired by TSB
Jun 2008	Sunroof Leak repaired by TSB prior to recall.
Jul 2008	7pin trailer wiring harness plug reverse wire not working. Repaired by TSB
Oct 2008 14683 mi	Warranty Work. Had May8th transmission update completed. Had sunroof Recall completed.

GMC Acadia in North Carolina, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2018
Jul 2011 59000 mi	Power steering high pitched noise. PS rack replaced Air bag recall. Service Air Bag light on. Replaced connectors under passenger seat
Nov 2011 68000 mi	replaced steering rack
Dec 2011 69000 mi	Driver's side seat adjustment rails loose.
Jul 2012 84800 mi	3.5.R wave plate failure. Cleaned metal particles from transmission. Replaced all clutch friction plates and damaged steel clutch plates (3.5.R) and waved clutch plate, input housing, sun gear and 2/6 backing plate.
Jul 2013 106200 mi	Water pump leak. Replaced
Jan 2014 99000 mi US $150	Diagnostic result from CEL and onStar - transmission TCM needs replacement. Car in limp mode, but next day fine. Drove for 10k miles before problem appeared again.
Jul 2014 130500 mi US $4000	CEL again, TCM needs replacement, With tranmission open found 3-5-r wave plate broken again. Rebuild or re-manufacture? Decided to purchase reman trans with 3yr/500k mile warranty.
Nov 2014 134700 mi US $100	Bad purge valve

GMC Acadia in Indiana, United States Oct 2009 - Jun 2018
Nov 2009 19000 mi	Rear stationary sunroof leaking through 2nd row passenger seat belt bezel. 3rd row ceiling lights filled up with water on takeoff after parked outside in rain. Recall #07-08-57-002E: Water Dripping from A-Pillars or Rear Dome/Reading Lamp (Apply Sealer/Le
Dec 2009 20000 mi	ECM/TCM Reprogramming for Driveability Issues. Transmission dead spot between 2nd and 3rd when shifting. Dangerous when entering highway traffic. Excessive accelerator pedal travel required to speed up or force drop to lower gear.
Aug 2010 31800 mi	Driver and passenger side bucket seats consistently rock 1/2 inch Fore and Aft on accelerating and braking. Track mechanism feels sloppy and jerky, makes crunching sound. Background Info/Related Documents #07-08-50-016 JUL 07  Lumbar support driver side fell apart inside seat. Background Info/Related Documents Won’t extend or retract at all. Can hear lumbar Seat motor engage… run … and turn off. Mechanism only moves up and down while making creaking crunchin New replacement seat track was faulty when it came in. 12Vdc motor was inop. Dealer ordered again.
Sep 2010 34000 mi	Original seat tracks rocked and had crunching sound mid range of seat travel. and installed. 1 day job turned in to 4 days. problem fixed.
Nov 2010 35600 mi	Steering makes clunking sound when turned back and forth. more pronounced at cold start up. Known problem with 2007-2010 acadias. Replaced steering bushing and aligned.TSB#10-02-32-001 Steering noise (Replace Steering Gear Bushing) Navigation Voice Recognition would not reliably recognize voice commands "destination" etc TSB 307-08-44-026 Nov 07.Need latest navigation software version 101H or later installed. New version 101H picks up voice tags & nav commands now. Sunroof leak on emergency brake pedal and floor. Setting off emergency brake alarm. cleaned drain tube. Remove cross spacers in drain tube. Reference customer satisfaction #08207 sunroof water leak Mildew smell inside front doors. Seal where window goes down in door has a gap. sprayed mildew eliminatiom chemical. Did not replace the seal. Emerg Brake pedal dripping water.Drivers side floor carpet damp. Floor mat holding about a 1/2 cup of water.Water pooling inside front sunroof track "Emerg brake on" warning lite eventhough brake not on. reset brake mult times. off for now Steering clunk/knock when turned Left/right at start up. Bulletin 10-02-32-001 Replace Steering gear bushing.Intermittent more pronounced in cold weather upon start up
Jun 2011 41000 mi US $104	Driver side Daytime Running Light 1/2 hr labor + parts $56.00. Tech put acadia up on lift, turned wheels full to the right, removed fasteners around wheel well liner, flexed liner back and reached up from below to install new bulb.
Jan 2012 60000 mi	Recall on low beam light connector melt down. DRL burned out at 50,000 mi cost $59.00 parts and labor passenger side low beam out at 55,000 mi covered under recall for connector melting. film on inside of clear light housing. Recall on airbag system lights coming on on DIC intermitant related to rough road. reseat of connnector fixed problem so far Relearn Tire pressure Sensors not done at last tire rotation
Apr 2012 62000 mi	Acadia into dealer body shop for PDR after small hail dings.Upon p/u Seatbelts retractor inop on passenger and driver. Retractor trapped by adjustable shoulder harness trim piece when head liner was reinstalled.
Aug 2013 73700 mi	Brake fluid low with no external leak and moaning sound when depressing brake pedal. Brake Master Cyl found to be leaking past seal into brake booster. Replace both units, new fluid and bleed. Stabiltrack and antilock Brake warning lights illluminated on dic. Diagnostic called out right rear speed sensor. Sensor tested good. Broken wire found inside wire loom 12 inches from speed sensor. Cable replaced both lights went off.
Sep 2013 80000 mi	Radiator fluid 1/2 gallon low. Discovered due to service bulletin. Overflow tank showed full. Removed vanity cover to acess radiator cap and fluid was low. Suspect rear AC evaporator and long cooling lines not properly de-aired at assembly.
Aug 2014 90000 mi	water pump leaking. small puddle under car overnight. was checked previously under TSB for low coolant level from factory fill not being de-aired.
Sep 2014 92000 mi	AC Evaporator freezing up leaving large puddle of condensation thaw. No air flow through vents but ring around vent cold and condensing humid air. Refridgerant leaked down and was recharged with dye. No leak found.Suspect Evaprtr inside dash
May 2015 94000 mi	Dealership continues to report" Added Dye Can't find A/C leak". Down 16 OZ of R-132 every 60 days. Problem appears to be failed evaporator core buried deep in dash. Should replace free well known problem. Had GMPP extended warranty 1st leak.
Dec 2015 106000 mi US $164	Second time passenger low beam failed in 1 year. Driver side yellow marker light out. Service manager said they had to drop the bumper to get to the light. 2 hours labor plus bulbs 164.99.Curry Buick Bloomington, IN Power Steering whine. 3/4 of pint low on fluid. Refilled. Problem fixed. Complete Power steering assy has previously been replaced twice under warranty for leaks. Freon leak can not be identified by dealer. Suspect the common problem of evaporator core in dash leaking. Added 2 cans of Freon. HVAC Blower Motor failed. No Air for AC/Heat. Purchased Blower and installed. Bearings locked up due to water leak building up in blower cover and submersing motor repeatedly. Replaced works fine now.
Aug 2016 120000 mi US $40	Continues to leak Freon after dealer could not find leak with dye.
Jul 2017 122000 mi	CV Axle boot leak
Sep 2017 125000 mi US $100	rear hatch cylinders weak. Door falls down an hits you in the head.
Jan 2018 127000 mi US $100	Throttle body inop
Mar 2018 130 mi US $8	Remove throttle body and mass air flow sensor and clean varnish, oil and residue with CRC TB cleaner and MAF cleaner and reinstall
Jun 2018 128000 mi	Slightly firmer than normal down shift noticed from 3rd down to 2nd gear and from 2nd down to 1st. Consulted private Transmission shop . Known problem of Transmission Electronic Hydraulic Control Module (TEHCM) solenoid filters getting clogged with normal clutch wear particles. 1st independent shop recommended Jasper rebuilt at $4200 including installation due to the fact that the torque convertor will be the next thing to go at $1500 installed and then not if but when the 2/3 wave Plate goes at $2500 installed would be money ahead to do it all now. 2nd well trusted independent tranny shop recommended repair of existing tranny new TECM, Torque Convertor, and 2/3 wave plate. option 2 wins hoping to make it 200,000 Plus on Acadia bought new in 2008. Love it!

GMC Acadia in Texas, United States Jan 2011 - Jun 2013
Mar 2011 32000 mi	Steering bushings replaced, steering column re-riveted. The steering column was making a popping noise when the wheel was turned.  Front passenger seat frame tightened, would rattle if something like a iPad was put on the seat. Turn signal stalk replaced, not doing the three- blink for lane changes on the right, but it worked correctly on the left.
Jun 2011 36000 mi	Power steering was making a grinding noise. Steering rack was replaced.
Jul 2011 39000 mi	Water pump was leaking. Engine was leaking oil from the front cover. Engine had to be pulled to replace the seal.  While the engine was pulled, technician found excessive camshaft endplay. Camshafts and heads were repaired. Transmission case was found to be leaking fluid. All seals were replaced while the engine was pulled. Transmission wave plates were inspected while engine and trans were pulled. Wave plates replaced with updated parts.
Jun 2012 52000 mi	Gauge cluster failure
Apr 2013 65800 mi	Oil leak Front struts became inop after car was on a lift for 4 days
Jun 2013 70000 mi	Fuse block shorted out due to a water leak.

GMC Acadia in Michigan, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2016
May 2011 63600 mi US $200	Replaced transmission cooler.
Jan 2015 58000 mi US $274	replace water pump

GMC Acadia in Indiana, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2019
May 2010 26000 mi	I noticed rear of Acadia seemed bouncy when there were passengers in second row. I thought rear shocks needed replaced. Trip 1 resulted in service dept. discovering a leaky shock, they ordered replacement. I noticed a clicking noise (during May 15 test drive before purchasing this Acadia) when turning the steering wheel. Trip 1 resulted in service dept. diagnosing a loose rivet in steering column, and ordering a new steering column. Trip 2 was scheduled for installation of new steering column ordered on trip 1 in order to fix clicking noise Trip 2 was scheduled for installation of new shock which was ordered on trip 1 to replace leaky shock
Aug 2013 75300 mi US $35	Rear wiper arm broken off Replacement new rear wiper arm installed
Dec 2013 81000 mi	Intermittent failure of lower instrument backlighting
Sep 2015 100000 mi US $250	CEL was diagnosed to be a fuel vent filter that needed to be replaced.
Oct 2015 101000 mi US $280	Mode actuator stopped working.
Apr 2017 121000 mi US $800	DIC was intermittently displaying very dim and difficult to read, backlighting for some gauges was blackout aux (rear) hvac was not cooling, dealer checked for leak, found no leak, and recharged
Jul 2018 138000 mi US $100	Driver side control for front passenger window not working Replaced driver window control switch/module

GMC Acadia in Louisiana, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2011
May 2010 43000 mi US $330	Problem with stabilitrak button no longer responding sending a break warning light to service breaks immediately. Dealer had reset the system and repair. Headlight was out, and because of location of headlight the front grill must be almost completely removed. Went to a simple tire, brakes minor repair mechanic, and they could not perform service. Cost approximately $100 at the dealership.

GMC Acadia in Virginia, United States May 2011 - Sep 2012
Jun 2011 50000 mi	Water pump leak noticed. Water pump replaced.
Aug 2011 55000 mi US $312	Water leak. Diagnosed as "clogged drains" related to sunroof. Drains cleaned/replaced. Latch on rear hatch not closing properly.  Engine squealing noise at start up and through 30mph.
Dec 2011 60000 mi	Headlight assemblies replaced by recall. One failed a few days after receiving recall notice, before had taken it in.
Jun 2012 66000 mi US $70	A/C drain plugged and flooding cabin with water.
Jul 2012 68000 mi	3-5 reverse clutch plate disintegrated on the family summer trip 100 miles from my house.

GMC Acadia in Texas, United States Jun 2012 - Jun 2013
Dec 2012 83000 mi	Transmission wave plate failure

GMC Acadia in Georgia, United States Sep 2008 - Mar 2010
Nov 2008 4000 mi	Vehicle would shudder, transmission was not shifting properly. Transmission shifting problems

GMC Acadia in Texas, United States Mar 2011 - Aug 2012
Jun 2012 58500 mi US $2500	master cylinder leaking into the brake system replaced master cylinder, replaced steering column

GMC Acadia in North Carolina, United States Oct 2008 - Jul 2012
Sep 2011 56000 mi US $600	Windshield washer nozzle broken, Owner replaced

GMC Acadia in North Carolina, United States Nov 2008 - Sep 2017
Mar 2012 80000 mi US $275	Replace steering rack, also replaced steering pump as a preventive measure.
Jun 2014 101000 mi US $200	CV Halfshaft boot ruptured.

GMC Acadia in California, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2010
Aug 2008 8000 mi	Attempted optional May 8th TSB for flat spot when accelerating transmission reflash. Flash did not take, must be done again.

GMC Acadia in Florida, United States May 2008 - Jun 2011
Feb 2010 9000 mi	Heater fan not working. Replaced fan.

GMC Acadia in California, United States Nov 2007 - Jan 2022
Mar 2010 16000 mi	Airbag sensor came on intermittently. There was a loose connection under the drivers seat.
Jun 2011 23000 mi	Water pump leak which was then replaced
Aug 2014 41000 mi US $285	Replaced camshaft position sensor in left bank
Mar 2018 64000 mi US $14	Brake Pedal Position sensor
Dec 2021 86000 mi US $130	Starter

GMC Acadia in Georgia, United States Nov 2007 - Jul 2014
Aug 2008 19000 mi US $25	During a routine oil change I noticed the brake master cylinder cap was missing. I ordered the part from the dealer, and had Midas drain the cylinder and replace the fluid.
May 2009 36000 mi	Passenger side HVAC vents blew hot air when AC was on. Service air bag light on.
Jun 2009 38000 mi	The HVAC fan was not working. Dealer replaced fan.
Dec 2009 48000 mi	Driver noticed a "clunk" when turning the steering wheel. Dealer replaced steering rack. Dealer covered the part, owner paid for labor $300.
Jan 2014 106900 mi US $900	Purge valve. Struts
Jul 2014 124000 mi	ZzzzGtghhgffv ggf to. Fg

GMC Acadia in California, United States Dec 2016 - Dec 2016
Dec 2016 145000 mi US $350	The car would shudder when shifting gears. Dealer was not able to identify the a specific problem. Recommended cleaning throttle body and fuel injectors Mechanic says car has random misfiring on all ports. Oil discovered on spark plug filament. Recommended replacing front and rear valve covers. PCV is located within the valve cover assembly.

GMC Acadia in South Carolina, United States Nov 2014 - Nov 2014
Nov 2014 90000 mi US $350	Stability control warning light, not fixed

GMC Acadia in Texas, United States Nov 2007 - Aug 2013
Apr 2011 67000 mi	Highway driving, dash indicated transmission was overheating, called OnStar, 'diagnostic' determined minor. Next day transmission was slipping a lot, bad smell, OnStar recommended going to nearest dealer immediately. dealer rebuilt tranny.

GMC Acadia in Virginia, United States Sep 2007 - Mar 2010
Dec 2007 12000 mi	sunroof leaked water, found out drain pipe was crimped causing water to run down A-frame and leak on dash. problem fixed in half a day.
Apr 2008 16000 mi	Tranny made strange noise when starting.
Dec 2008 25000 mi	Shifter in center console completly failed, required entirely new interior console.

GMC Acadia in California, United States Jan 2016 - Jun 2018
Mar 2016 114000 mi	Tranmission failure related to waveplate

GMC Acadia in Kansas, United States Oct 2007 - Apr 2021
Jun 2008 4000 mi	Warranty issue. Front left suspension would squeak/pop while turning wheel at low speed during a small to medium suspension travel. Dealer diagnosed a split bear at the end of the steering column. Non-emergency replacement of steering column.
Sep 2008 7000 mi	Return trip for warranty repair, dealer ordered part. Replaced steering column. Bearing ring had separated causing a pop sound when turning with suspension travel - problem not an emergency.
Jul 2012 41000 mi	Passenger side rear spring broken off, 3" piece at top of spring. Dealer inspected, would not cover through warranty because out of warranty (over 3yr/36K). Did not repair at this time, appealing this decision through GM.
Aug 2012 42300 mi US $108	Broken spring out of warranty, dealer would not fix under warranty. Appealed to GM cust svc & they offered to fix thru the same dealer for a $100 deductible. I agreed to the deal & replaced the pass side rear spring.
Apr 2013 51000 mi US $394	AC not working at all - there is a safety override to lock out compressor to prevent damage. Dealer found no leaks, system was low 1 lb of freon - repaired. "Stabilitrac" light illuminates occasionally after 20 mins of driving. Dealer could not verify concern thru computer, recommended software update ($100), reprogrammed ECM. Cannot verify yet that this solved the issue Leak from Steering gear at RF boot. Leak is a slow seap, not hitting the ground. Not repaired at this time.
Jun 2013 56000 mi US $1500	AC recharge from April proved to be temporary. Dealer & local mechanic diagnosed bad Front Evap Coil. It's located in the dash - lots of labor to remove dashboard. Replaced the Coil.
Jul 2013 56200 mi US $400	Two days after June repair, I noticed a leak (10-16 oz) of red fluid at right front corner of engine compartment. I had previously informed the dealer & local mech about it. It was a leak from the water pump. Replaced pump.
Mar 2015 74000 mi US $200	Hydraulic struts that hold up the tailgate when open failed to hold. replaced two struts, took 1/2 day.
Dec 2016 100000 mi US $60	Blower for front passengers went out. Replaced HVAC blower motor. Driver's side headlamp out - 2nd time in 7 years. Replaced with new (not HID lamp)
Apr 2017 108 mi US $981	Replaced front Struts (2) & Coil spring assemblies (2) Front end Alignment
Sep 2017 117000 mi US $400	Brought in to replace the full Rack & Pinion steering assembly. When mechanic took it apart, he found that he could repair it instead, saving $600
Mar 2018 129000 mi US $30	Low oil pressure warning - Mechanic said it is sensor leaking/weeping, oil pressure is ok. Replacement Sensor will cost $500.
Oct 2018 144000 mi US $300	Evap System, High Purge sensor warning - replaced solenoid Rough-running engine - Ignition coil for cylinder #3 was bad - replaced Seal leaking (slight) at front crankshaft - replaced
Jan 2020 162000 mi US $463	Replaced resonator in exhaust system
Sep 2020 169500 mi US $215	Replaced PCV Tube & breather air duct

GMC Acadia in Ontario, Canada May 2016 - Aug 2018
Jan 2017 C $235	Replaced both hub bearings and wheel sensor
Apr 2017 124620 mi C $325	Replaced Bose amplifier
Aug 2018 139500 mi C $250	Servere front end knocking on corners and bumps

GMC Acadia in Washington, United States Nov 2015 - Mar 2017
Jan 2016 127200 mi	Speakers blew

GMC Acadia in Michigan, United States Nov 2007 - Apr 2011
Mar 2008 3000 mi	The drain pipe around the sunroof wasn't connected and was filling up and draining through my roof when it rained. Then, a nut fell off of my wiper blades so they quit working mid-wipe. They were both easy fixes so they only had my vehicle a few hours.
Sep 2010 37000 mi US $130	Headlight burned out took hour and half to repair because they have to take car apart

GMC Acadia in Michigan, United States Jan 2008 - Sep 2010
May 2009 28000 mi	Replaced intake exhaust valve
Aug 2009 31000 mi	Running Light socket melted.
Sep 2009 32000 mi	Replaced melted running light socket

GMC Acadia in British Columbia, Canada Mar 2014 - Nov 2016
May 2014 71780 mi C $371	Excessive movement in the body while driving worse at higher speed. Repaired after replacing both rear toe link arms - rear suspension
Jan 2015 C $500	Right axle shaft was replaced
Dec 2015 93000 mi C $500	Left axle shaft was replaced

GMC Acadia in Kansas, United States Aug 2007 - Sep 2016
Mar 2011 50000 mi	Noticed coolant under vehicle in garage. Took vehicle to dealer which diagnosed a leaking water pump. Water pump replaced be dealer, in shop for approx 3 hours. Successful repair.
Apr 2012 65800 mi	3-5-R Wave Plate broke. Transmission disassembled and repaired.
Jun 2012 70000 mi US $100	Power steering was noisy when turning. Replaced power steering pump housing.
Oct 2012 77500 mi	Oil leak from timing chain cover (engine front cover). Engine removed and timing chain cover resealed. Power steering pump leaking. Replaced power steering pump.
Aug 2013 90000 mi US $100	Front blower motor (fan) for HVAC system failed. Blower replaced.
Jul 2015 119000 mi US $1100	Transmission would intermittently not shift out of 1st gear. Transmission valve body assembly replaced.

GMC Acadia in Virginia, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2010
Apr 2008 8000 mi	Rear Sunroof drainage hose not connected at factory causing rainwater to enter front and rear left interior. Hose reconnected at dealer.

GMC Acadia in Arkansas, United States Jan 2008 - Feb 2017
Jun 2010 34000 mi	Coolant thermostat and water pump replaced.
Mar 2011 49000 mi	Rear hatch struts needed replacement.
Oct 2011 53000 mi	Replaced leaking brake master cylinder.  Replaced leaking brake master cylinder.
Sep 2012 66000 mi US $100	Replaced the front A/C blower motor and resistor.
Jun 2013 76000 mi US $900	Front struts replacement Power-steering pump replacement

GMC Acadia in Arizona, United States Jan 2008 - Dec 2012
May 2009 15000 mi	replaced nav head, but same problem. Ordered another new nav head. replaced nav head, but same problem. Ordered another new nav head. Replaced nav head.

GMC Acadia in Indiana, United States Mar 2015 - Apr 2017
Jan 2017 103339 mi US $3030	Broken strut. Replaced front L& R struts, springs. Front stabilizer bar and control link Rear shocks & springs Replaced rack & pinion assy

GMC Acadia in Minnesota, United States Sep 2014 - Jul 2022
Jul 2022 138000 mi US $1700	Rear a/c condenser failed.  Rear suspension tie rods replaced.

GMC Acadia in Wisconsin, United States Jun 2011 - Dec 2012
Jul 2012 67000 mi	Air bag light stayed on.

GMC Acadia in Illinois, United States Jul 2010 - Aug 2011
Aug 2010 72000 mi	AC quit working due to water leaking into blower motor housing.
Sep 2010 74000 mi US $820	had power liftgate motor assembly replaced.
Jan 2011 81000 mi	Power steering pump noise, AND bushings from previously installed rack went bad again-Bushings on national back-order though.
Jun 2011 90000 mi	trans went out with 89,000 miles on it. Dealer replaced needed parts and returned to me repaired under powertrain warranty. water leaking into blower motors, only when AC is running. keeps taking out blower motors. They modified the AC overflow tube to help remove water from system. 4th attempt at this repair, previously they thought it was a cowl leak.

GMC Acadia in Delaware, United States May 2011 - Mar 2012
Nov 2011 88900 mi	Stability track light on and truck jerking not switching gears properly
Mar 2012 101000 mi US $1400	Transmission gone

GMC Acadia in Iowa, United States Oct 2010 - Jan 2011
Nov 2010 47000 mi	Rear of car had a noise indicative of a bearing problem that had been going on for several 1000 miles. Earlier the dealer said it was my worn tires. Replacing the tires did not help. Dealer, after riding with me agreed of the problem.
Jan 2011 50000 mi US $220	I experienced drop in engine power after I accelerated rapidly. Turning the auto off and restarting it twice cleared up the diagnostic center except for the engine light. The dealer said to bring it in soon for a checkup.

GMC Acadia in Alberta, Canada Sep 2010 - Jul 2012
Mar 2011 51460 mi C $65	Intermittently, when low light levels outdoors, the indicator lights on the driver door panel and the driver seat heaters do not come on. This has been on ongoing issue for about a year.

GMC Acadia in Minnesota, United States Mar 2011 - Nov 2016
Jun 2011 74000 mi	Right turns sometimes caused "clucking" noise to be heard. Steering column made "squeaking" noise when turned. Steering column replaced.
Aug 2011 76000 mi	Passenger side AC accuumlator failed, instead of cold air, passenger side kicked out hot air Passenger-side AC accuumlator replaced
Nov 2011 78700 mi	master brake cylinder has leak Power steering pump went bad tire pressure sensors set to wrong tire
Dec 2011 80000 mi	remote start system failed headlights aimed low
Jan 2012 80300 mi	headlights aimed even lower than before remote start, fixed on second attempt
Oct 2012 84000 mi	brake shield rusted off power steering pump leaking fluid
Jan 2014 94000 mi	Rear hatch latch broke, hatch would not open

GMC Acadia in Connecticut, United States Sep 2015 - Mar 2016
Sep 2015 152000 mi US $205	A heater hose T-fitting connecting 3 hoses sheared and caused massive coolant leak. The fitting is a non replaceable part. It is part of an assembly of hoses that cost $153.
Mar 2016 156000 mi US $6000	The camshafts wore out the camshaft bearings and moved laterally as a result and its gears jumped out of place in the timing chain. The engine stopped producing power needed towing. All upper engine parts replaced.

GMC Acadia in Manitoba, Canada Mar 2013 - Jun 2017
Apr 2014 67160 mi C $700	Diagnostic ($140.00) revealed dirty valves. Dealer recommended Wynn's cleans ($300.00). This all stemmed from the engine light coming on. No side view mirror function. Determined cause to be broken wire. Also found switch to be faulty. Used extended warranty for this repair and saved $14.00 after paying $200.00 deductible. Never will know if switch was truly faulty.
Jan 2015 64300 mi C $5	clunking noise in front end. Both sway bar links replaced c/w grease nipples for future maintenance. rear blower motor burnt out
Nov 2016 87660 mi C $112	Passenger rear window would go down by itself especially through a automatic car wash. We washed inside and out. Replaced motor assembly without express down.

GMC Acadia in Minnesota, United States Jul 2009 - Nov 2015
Mar 2009 3800 mi US $600	Replaced shift modulator on warranty.
Jan 2013 52000 mi US $800	Found sway bar joints worn out at 5200 miles during repair on front gas struts. Found sway bar joints worn out at 52000 miles during repair on front gas struts.
Mar 2013 58000 mi US $3900	Transmission not shifting properly. Reverse completely gone.
Jul 2013 65000 mi US $2200	Coolant started leaking after road trip. Took to dealer and replaced water pump due to bad shaft seal. Timing chain was stretched coding as a camshaft sensor. $1700 labor.
Aug 2013 66800 mi US $540	Timing chain was stretched coding as a camshaft sensor. $1700 labor.
Feb 2015 89000 mi US $300	Power steering oil cooler leak/failure, corroded through. No new parts available. Salvage parts installed. Corrosion caused leak. Another repair cost added to a long list of early failures.

GMC Acadia in Georgia, United States Oct 2013 - Jul 2015
Jan 2014 US $860	Dirty throttle caused the actuator to seize
Jun 2014 47000 mi US $1000	transaxle (front) replacement
Mar 2015 57000 mi US $2200	Leaking steering gear/rack
Apr 2015 57500 mi US $660	Busted front struts

GMC Acadia in Tennessee, United States Nov 2013 - Jun 2014
Dec 2013 71000 mi US $700	Fuse block shorted out due to ongoing water leaks fron sun roof. Replaced fuse block, sealed compartment, and cleaned drain lines.
May 2014 74600 mi	Rear sunroof leaking water when it rains. Used sealant on top of car around glass seal. Took care of the problem for the most part

GMC Acadia in Minnesota, United States Nov 2013 - Dec 2014
Nov 2013 86000 mi	Transmission went out completely, no forward or reverse. Towed to GM dealer and rebuilt, took 2 weeks to complete. No cost as covered by GM drivetrain warranty.
Dec 2013 87000 mi US $79	The water pump started leaking very badly about a week after the trans was rebuilt. This was also repaired under warranty. Blower fan for front passenger area stops running intermitanly in winter. Rear heat works but not front. I ordered new blower fan and will replace myself. This should have been a GM recall because the motor failed because of roof leakage. Front windshield washer pump not working. I'm not sure if pump is in reservoir or not. Have not figured out how to repair yet.
Mar 2014 89000 mi US $300	Replaced struts and sway bar links. Struts were shot and leaking about a year ago. Struts replacement requires removal of windshield wiper arms and cowl covering. Thanks GM for again making a simple project difficult. Fuse for front windshield washer pump was blown. Thanks again GM for making this simple job next to impossible. 50 cent fuse under dash is nearly impossible to get at for removal and worse to try to install a new one. 2 hours wasted!
Jun 2014 93000 mi US $80	Rear lift gate shocks

GMC Acadia in North Carolina, United States Apr 2013 - Nov 2013
Nov 2013 57000 mi	Stated defect with the steering column, squeak. TSB for it, but no assistance from GM, so it would cost $1,700 to fix. Traded for an MDX.

GMC Acadia in Washington, United States Jun 2015 - Jun 2018
Jul 2015 73800 mi	Transmission failure resulting from a waveplate failure and extensive damage. This was indicated by check engine light, and complete loss of power. Waterpump leaking fluid.

GMC Acadia in Illinois, United States Feb 2012 - Mar 2012
Mar 2012 40000 mi US $240	Drive shaft bolts came out. Dealer will not cover this repair, says someone tried to steal the drive shaft. Which is not possible due to were it is parked.

GMC Acadia in Missouri, United States Jan 2012 - Jun 2022
Oct 2012 88000 mi	After 50 or 60 miles on Hwy, Shift hesitation between 5 & 6th gear after downshifting for a grade/hill at highway speed.
Feb 2017 124000 mi US $154	Battery failed. Replaced Battery.
Jul 2018 143000 mi US $50	Brake pads were worn and replaced on all 4 wheels.

GMC Acadia in New York, United States Oct 2015 - Dec 2015
Dec 2015 103000 mi US $600	Climate control module shorted out.

GMC Acadia in California, United States Mar 2014 - Apr 2014
Apr 2014 62000 mi US $3600	Timing Chain cover seal leaking. Second time in. They just fix it with a poor quality silicon sealant (not gasket) so it pops up again. Requires removal of engine.

GMC Acadia in Ontario, Canada Jun 2015 - Jul 2015
Jul 2015 87420 mi C $1250	Wheel bearing seized on axle threads. Signs of previous water leakage into cabin and console of vehicle.

GMC Acadia in Minnesota, United States Mar 2011 - Oct 2016
Nov 2011 54000 mi US $850	The following service was performed at 53k miles: Water Pump replaced. Coolant flush and filled. Rear brake pads and rotors replaced.
Aug 2013 68000 mi	Water leak from the rear moon roof. This is a common problem in these vehicles but has not been acknowledged by GM. Dealer could not recreate the problem. From the Acadia blog, I think I fixed the problem using permatex cement.
Aug 2014 79300 mi US $177	Rear tailgate would not stay up. Replaced the tailgate struts.
May 2015 85000 mi US $600	Engine ventilation problem. GM has a TSB regarding this problem. replace valve cover,valve cover gasket, and PCV tube.
Dec 2015 90000 mi US $540	Windshield wiper transmission was replaced.
Jul 2016 92300 mi	Traction control would go on and go off intermittently.

GMC Acadia in Virginia, United States Nov 2008 - Oct 2016
Aug 2009 27000 mi	Faulty sensor for air bag
Jun 2014 120000 mi US $1000	Suspension made lots of notice.  Also all wheel drive electrical component failed.
Sep 2015 160000 mi US $300	lost connection with rear transfer case in all wheel drive, faulty wiring

GMC Acadia in British Columbia, Canada Apr 2008 - Sep 2015
Dec 2012 42160 mi	Rebuilt transmission due to wave plate failure.
Jun 2013 48980 mi C $400	Power steering pump, found a leak after I complained of some noise
Oct 2014 61060 mi	Power steering pump, loss of assist Water pump replaced.
Mar 2015 64480 mi C $400	Belt replaced

GMC Acadia in Connecticut, United States Feb 2008 - Jun 2010
Sep 2008 11000 mi	Replaced AC hose due to noisy AC operation. Fixed the problem. Apparently there was a service bulletin on it. Also had the transmission reflashed for the latest updates to the shift patterns.
Jun 2009 22000 mi	Blown rear shock, some squeaking noises coming from rear end, also some clunking noises in the front

GMC Acadia in Maryland, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2010
Jan 2008 4300 mi	Transmission problems - software
Feb 2008 5900 mi	Engine rebuild - Heads and cam Transmission - Software upgrade
Mar 2008 8000 mi	Transmission lugging, erractic shifting, hesitation upon acceleration, rough driving, poor gas mileage. Driver window slow to raise. Weather seal is bad. Shop said it had to order a new one. Over a week waiting for the part so far...
May 2008 11000 mi	Subframe bolts were loose causing vibration and creaking noise.

GMC Acadia in Pennsylvania, United States May 2008 - Apr 2015
Oct 2014 66500 mi US $500	Transmission blew and cracked entire case. Vehicle was towed and entire transmission had to be replaced. GMC picked up most of the tab even though was out of warranty. They said it would have been around $4000.00
Apr 2015 71000 mi	Power steering failing. Also whining badly

GMC Acadia in Oregon, United States Nov 2007 - Jun 2018
Dec 2012 30000 mi	Put nitrogen in tires so computer would report correct tire pressures

GMC Acadia in Vermont, United States Jun 2008 - Oct 2011
Sep 2008 3000 mi	On-star not working. Needed to replace a module.
Mar 2010 20000 mi	Front Sway bar link replaced Airbag light came on. Repaired as needed per service doc id 2223960
Sep 2010 25000 mi	Wiring harness for passenger airbag was faulty.
Jul 2011 36000 mi	Replaced front struts

GMC Acadia in British Columbia, Canada May 2008 - Jul 2012
Nov 2008 5580 mi	Rattle in dashboard plastic on bumpy roads. Sound under hood right after cold starting car.
Sep 2010 22940 mi	water leakage from sunroof
Feb 2012 29220 mi	Broken handle on seat.

GMC Acadia in Minnesota, United States May 2008 - Aug 2015
Aug 2008 8000 mi	Back Left shock absorber broken and leaking fluid. Part needed to be replaced.
Sep 2009 19000 mi	Air bag sensor was out of alignment
Aug 2010 40000 mi	airbag sensor under passenger seat keeps moving out of position or disconnecting which disables the airbag and turns on the engine check message. twice the dealer just repositioned it or plugged back in. Did not fix for good as it's back.
Jan 2013 85000 mi	Airbag sensor in pass seat has been a problem since the car was new. We tried getting it repaired twice under warrantee and the previous repairs did not last, the problem came back. Some wiring needed to be replace. brought the car in for headlight replace. Virtually impossible for the owner to do it because of stupid car design. Turned out there is a recall on HL ballast and that is probably the error. Recall paid for the repair.
Jun 2013 87000 mi US $120	Rear lift gate struts no longer working. Would lift the door all the way up and then the door would come crashing down.
Nov 2013 93700 mi US $360	water pump broken - leaking fluids.

GMC Acadia in Ontario, Canada Nov 2007 - Aug 2016
Mar 2009 27280 mi	Loose sway bar replaced.
Apr 2009 30380 mi	Air bag check light activated.
Nov 2009 42160 mi	Passenger seat check air bag light. Loose pin in electrical connector.
May 2011 71800 mi C $550	Strut bearing replaced
Sep 2011 74400 mi C $500	Squeaking front suspension part. Windshield wiper gears stripped.
Sep 2015 134540 mi C $1000	Water damage to fuse box. Related to sun roof leak (well reported Acadia problem)

GMC Acadia in California, United States Nov 2007 - Jun 2011
Mar 2009 24000 mi	DVD/CD would not eject. Dent in steering wheel logo. Could not replace just cover, so replaced entire airbag assembly.

GMC Acadia in New York, United States Sep 2007 - Nov 2011
Aug 2009 22000 mi	Reluctor had to be replaced inside engine
Oct 2009 24000 mi	Engine light on for a few weeks, car did not have normal pep.
Mar 2011 42000 mi US $115	two headlamps out on left side, front of car had to be removed to replace bulbs. I supplied parts and paid labor Discovered recall on airbag and a leak in power steering pump need to take car of at later date.
May 2011 44000 mi	Leaking fuid transfer case
Jun 2011 45000 mi	Car suddenly not able to be put into reverse. Towed and serviced.

GMC Acadia in Alberta, Canada Aug 2007 - Oct 2009
May 2008 2170 mi	Water leaking in on lower windshield seam as well as rear sunroof drain tube became detached. Fix passenger side leak
Jan 2009 4960 mi	Fuses for 12V accessory outlets checked and electrical system checked for possible short. Replaced blow fuse caused by my defective 12v air compressor.
Sep 2009 6200 mi	Transmission front seal leaking, and was replaced.

GMC Acadia in New York, United States Aug 2007 - Dec 2008
Jun 2008 12000 mi	Noticed excessive shifting while highway driving with cruise control on. Dead spot on acceleration from 40 to 55mph. Noticed clicking noise from front of vehicle during slow speed turning maneuvers.
Jul 2008 13000 mi	Repaired clicking noise.
Dec 2008 16000 mi	Water leak in passenger side foot well. Determined to be from sunroof.

GMC Acadia in Michigan, United States Sep 2007 - Jun 2013
Sep 2008 8000 mi	Sunroof recall for leaking. Tubes replaced.
Dec 2008 8000 mi	Fuse block damaged during sunroof leak from previous repair problem. Electrical components of vehicle (gauges, radio, windows, etc..) non-functioning. Immediate repair necessary. Problem corrected successfully.
Apr 2009 10000 mi	Navigation system reported "Nav Disc Read Error" Dealer ordered a new disc. Radio works normal otherwise.
May 2009 11000 mi	Ordered Nav/radio unit was installed. New unit did not work properly when driven home (rear camera inoperative). Returned vehicle to dealership same day for another Nav/radio replacement. Second ordered Nav/radio installed, works fine.

GMC Acadia in Idaho, United States Oct 2007 - Sep 2014
Jul 2010 18000 mi	Rattle in left front A pillar.
Aug 2010 18000 mi	Replaced L & R front swaybar links.
Oct 2010 20000 mi	Outside temp. sensor not reading correctly. Replaced temp sensor, Rattle in dash. Repaired.
Nov 2010 20300 mi	Failure to read navigation disc after unit becomes hot after several hours of use. Replaced navigation/audio system.
Jan 2011 21000 mi US $220	Leaking automatic transmission cooler hose. Replaced both hoses even though 2nd hose was not leaking.
Apr 2014 40300 mi US $100	Oil Leak front timing cover Water pump seal leaking. Replaced water pump.

GMC Acadia in Oregon, United States Nov 2007 - Jun 2013
Aug 2008 6000 mi	Fixed climate control problem with new software.
Sep 2009 18000 mi	Sunroof leaked.  Rear right tail light assembly needed to be replaced.
Nov 2009 22000 mi	Nav would not read map DVD
Jan 2010 28300 mi	new nav system ordered. new nav installed
Dec 2010 35000 mi	sat radio went out. replaced
Sep 2011 41000 mi	internal transmission problem, replaced a part
Jun 2013 64000 mi US $185	fluid was low and needed to be flushed

GMC Acadia in North Carolina, United States Nov 2007 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 44000 mi	Replaced rack and pinion

GMC Acadia in Alberta, Canada May 2010 - Dec 2015
May 2012 59900 mi C $2700	Oil Leaks at pump and bellows, replace pump and steering rack.
Sep 2012 65100 mi C $50	Rear Hatch entry touchpad stopped operating. Rubber cover was torn and water entry caused corrosion of electrical parts. DIY, replaced touchpad.
May 2014 91760 mi C $3300	Leaking power steering pump Replaced both front struts due to oil leaks Replaced leaking transmission hoses
Sep 2014 101680 mi C $140	Wiper linkage siezed and needed to be reppaced
Feb 2015 104040 mi	Steering pump replacement.
Dec 2015 112220 mi C $25	Low beam bulb burnt out, removed tire and wheel well liner to change bulb. About one hour.

GMC Acadia in Kentucky, United States Sep 2008 - Jun 2011

GMC Acadia in Michigan, United States Mar 2009 - Aug 2015
Apr 2011 52000 mi US $52	Replaced sway bar links Replaced sway bar links
Aug 2015 122000 mi US $600	Timing chains needed to be replaced Throwing codes p0016, p0017, p0018

GMC Acadia in Washington, United States Dec 2008 - Mar 2014
Aug 2012 38500 mi	Valve timing chain cover oil seep, remove engine install new cover gasket, new valve timing actuators, new intake gaskets, reinstall engine and set wheel alignment.

GMC Acadia in Wisconsin, United States Nov 2007 - Apr 2009
Oct 2007 1699 mi	Doors leaking water at top.
Apr 2008 7275 mi	Water leaking in, pouring out seatbelts and out from under headliner trim.
Jun 2008 9425 mi	Rear hatch opens by it self leaving SUV open even when locked. Rattling noise in headliner.
Nov 2008 13626 mi	Sun roof water leaking in again. Rear hatch opening on its own again. Recalls for wiper arm and drain tube extensions. Rear sunroof shade does not close correct letting light in.
Dec 2008 14000 mi	Water leaking in on passenger front floor running down side kick panel.  Rear hatch opens by itself leaving vehicle unsecured.
Feb 2009 18000 mi	Rear sunroof drain overflowing. Adjusted length of drain to sit lower. Crunching noise from front suspension. Replaced both upper strut mounts. Brake pedal squeaks when pressing pedal. Drained and refilled brake fluid reservoir with new fluid containing lubricant. Rear parking brake cable rubbing on rear strut making noise, adjusted cable.
Mar 2009 18000 mi	Engine would not shut off even with key removed from ignition. Fuse box shorted out from all the water leaks. Airbag fuse shorted causing voltage feedback. Water leaking in from sunroof. Electrical system wet again. Front sunroof drains overflowing, flow restrictor in drain system clogged. Flow restrictors were supposed to be removed during sunroof drain recall.
Apr 2009 18000 mi	Water leaking in from roof. Vehicle has been returned to GM under lemon law.

GMC Acadia in Virginia, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2022
Oct 2009 9000 mi	Noise in steering column
Mar 2011 29000 mi	steering bushings and column
May 2011 32000 mi	replaced XM box
Jun 2011 34000 mi	Seat track replaced front passenger seat
Nov 2011 42000 mi	Wiring harness under the drivers seat kept fallling down, causing the service air bag light to come on.
Nov 2012 54300 mi	Steering column replaced
Dec 2013 67000 mi US $119	Sun roof leak
Jun 2016 94000 mi US $85	System not cooling, recharge with dye to test for leaking.
Dec 2017 111000 mi US $900	They did find that I need the upper rear control arms replaced. Doing it the spring $800.00 bucks!
Jun 2018 116000 mi US $350	Left Rear Control arms

GMC Acadia in Massachusetts, United States Jun 2009 - Mar 2010
Sep 2009 31000 mi	worn strut mounts causing noise when turning at low speed Installed strut mounts ordered at original service appointment

GMC Acadia in Indiana, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 37000 mi	Rear seat HVAC controls inoperable.

GMC Acadia in Ontario, Canada Jan 2010 - Oct 2011
Jan 2010 24180 mi	Driver seat track replaced - movement on braking
Mar 2010 25420 mi	Upper linkage loose - replaced under warranty.
Aug 2010 32540 mi	replaced passenger seat chair rail replaced upper tie rod, driver side noisy power steering - rerouted power steering line
May 2011 48640 mi C $220	Wiper motor became disconnected from Wiper transmission and the wipers stopped functioning. Dealer had to diagnose, reattach, realign blades.

GMC Acadia in Illinois, United States Aug 2008 - Mar 2017
Sep 2008 5000 mi	need to replace a/c hose for proper cooling
Jan 2009 8000 mi	Outdoor temp. sensor not reading correctly.
Mar 2009 10000 mi	Rear had switch defective and could not open rear hatch at times.
Oct 2009 16000 mi	air bag warning light - loose connector under drivers seat. rerouted connection.
Dec 2010 28000 mi	replaced steering rack bushings
Mar 2011 30000 mi US $500	rough idle
Jun 2011 33000 mi	a/c not cooling sufficiently. Dealer claims cooling as designed interior lights not going on when rear hatch opened at times, could not replicate
Apr 2012 44000 mi US $24	not keeping steady cold temperature. Found a loose electrical connection to the compressor causing it to go on and off frequently
Jul 2012 47000 mi	losing coolant
Jan 2013 53000 mi	timing chain cover, timing chains power steering pump oxygen sensor
Feb 2013 54200 mi	replace both front struts due to suspension noise
Mar 2013 53000 mi	replaced upper control arm bushings-cover under extended warranty
Jul 2013 60300 mi US $100	noisy brake pedal. Cleaned and lubricated master cylinder piston
Sep 2013 62000 mi	rattling noise in front end suspension when going over bumps
Feb 2014 64900 mi	Rough idle. Replaced fuel pump wiring. Did not correct the problem.
Aug 2014 74000 mi US $50	Compressor seized and needed replacing.
Sep 2014 74000 mi	Rough idle. No problem found. Master window switch does not always work.
Jan 2015 66500 mi US $185	Replaced thermostat and coolant
Mar 2015 79000 mi US $50	noise in steering shaft. Replaced bearing in shaft
Sep 2015 86000 mi	check engine light. Problem... replace purge valve
Dec 2015 88000 mi US $50	Transmisson Command Module went bad.

GMC Acadia in Texas, United States Nov 2008 - Apr 2011
Aug 2009 37000 mi	Right headlight broken filament
Nov 2009 41000 mi US $65	Service engine light due to valve problem. Had to remove head and repair/replace valve(s) Sensor not correctly detecting passenger in passenger seat and not arming the airbag. Had to replace the entire passenger seat
Jan 2010 43000 mi US $45	Driver side airbag light on. Message service airbag
Apr 2011 52000 mi	Car would not detect that it was in park and would not release the key or power off accessories

GMC Acadia in Ontario, Canada Sep 2008 - Jun 2018
Dec 2009 15500 mi	headlight out
Dec 2010 26660 mi	Air bag warning light was on. corrosion/wear on a part somewhere needed to be replaced.
Apr 2011 28500 mi	Flasher was defective for the trailler.. Replace a fuse.
May 2012 40120 mi C $180	Rattle in the front end.
Dec 2014 62000 mi C $275	Replace the sway bar again. This was done 40,000 klm ago
Feb 2015 63860 mi C $1800	Recall for power steering and then they suck me in replacing the rack and pinion and then the power steering cooler
Feb 2016 73020 mi C $600	The traction control and brake light was always on and a message saying the 4 wheel drive was not operational.
May 2017 83700 mi	Water pump was leaking. A buletin has been issued by GMC that cover leaking water pump for 10yrs or 190k
Dec 2017 89900 mi C $795	broken rear stabilizer bar and rubbed on the rear shaft. had to change rear right shaft and cv boot.
Mar 2018 92380 mi C $750	change front sway bar every 50000 klm. and change the rear chock

GMC Acadia in Maryland, United States Oct 2008 - Mar 2013
Jun 2009 20000 mi	Lumbar Support was repaired
Sep 2010 32000 mi	Symptom was a squeak in the steering wheel. The fix was to replace the steering rack. Symptom was the brake pedal squeaking. The fix was to replace the brake power booster.
Mar 2011 36000 mi	The blower motor was making noise. They replaced the blower motor.
Jun 2012 50000 mi US $200	There was a squeal and a knock in the steering. They replaced a power steering hose, the rack bushings, and the steering column. The total cost of the repair was $2200 but the dealer covered $2000 of that.

GMC Acadia in New Brunswick, Canada Sep 2008 - Jun 2012
Aug 2008 2480 mi	Blown Accessory fuse (warranty)
Nov 2008 6200 mi	Check engine light during snowstorm. OnStar ran diagnostic: not enough power getting to wheels. Instructed us to go to dealer within 7 days. CEL went out a few days later. I believe dealer cleared the codes and did software update(work order not clear).
Dec 2009 22320 mi	Power steering leak. Replaced power steering cooler
Jun 2010 29760 mi	Rattle suspension - replaced stability links and leaking strut. Took apart steering and lubricated
Sep 2010 34100 mi	Radio went out after rain (twice) Could not find source of problem
Mar 2011 40300 mi C $375	Struts completely leaked out. Second strut replaced in last 9 months
Jan 2012 C $750	Vehicle very unstable on road. Two suspension bars need to be replaced.

GMC Acadia in Nebraska, United States Jun 2007 - Sep 2010
Dec 2007 3000 mi	Transmission/ECM software flash update.
Mar 2008 5000 mi	Popping sound in steering column during low speed turns. Dealer found mismachined bearing in steering column. Ordered part. Squeak from brake pedal, especially when cold. Dealer identified TSB which indicates problem with brake fluid. GM supposedly is developing a revised brake fluid to correct the problem, but not available yet. Rattle in driver's side - likely window frame or headliner. Dealer scratched driver side door while in for other repairs. Repainted door at their expense.
Apr 2008 6000 mi	Parts came in and dealer replaced steering column to eliminate popping noise. Dealer says revised brake fluid still not available from GM to fix the problem.
Jul 2008 8000 mi	Squeak coming from master brake cylinder when applying brakes. Dealer located TSB and replaced brake fluid with revised fluid per TSB. Blemish in the clear coat on the hood. Dealer says caused by bird poop damaging the finish before it cured (likely while in transit from factory). Dealer was able to buff the blemish out of the clear coat. Still experiencing hesitation in shifting despite previous flash. Found TSB #08-07-30-022 to recalibrate shift points. TCM flash completed.
Mar 2010 24000 mi	Groaning noise from power steering when turning at low speeds. Dealer bled and refilled power steering fluid.
May 2010 26000 mi	Vehicle was overheating at low speeds. Water pump was found to be cracked and leaking. Replaced water pump under warranty.
Jul 2010 27000 mi	Rubbing noise from steering column during low-speed turns. Steering gear assembly ordered. Replaced steering gear assembly that had previously been on order. Steering wheel had not been centered when dealer replaced steering gear assembly. Had to return to dealer to have steering wheel properly aligned.
Sep 2010 27000 mi	Memory settings for driver side mirror were "forgetting". Had to be reset every few days.

GMC Acadia in Connecticut, United States Sep 2008 - Jun 2014
Jun 2008 2585 mi	Rattles coming from the sunroof area. The dealer added some foam and a retainer clip to the headlining area. Rattles gone.
Sep 2008 6000 mi	Squeaks and Groans from rear when vehicle makes a left hand turn. Dealer torqued tie rods in front and realigned the wheels.Didn't fix the noise from the rear.
Oct 2008 8100 mi	Transmission Fluid leaking. Dealer found source of leak to be a bad Torque Converter. Flang on the part was scored damaging the seal. Replace Torque Converter.7 days in shop.  Transmission fluid dripping from bottom of the vehicle. Dealer thought it was a seal. When transmission was dropped, dealer determined fault to be the Torque Converter. Replace the converter. Repair took 7 days.
Jun 2009 15000 mi	Tranmission fluid leaking - bad filler cap - damaged in previous repair, Poor gas mile <14mpg mostly highway.NTF.
Jul 2009 19000 mi US $101	Transmission not shifting correctly on Interstate - high engine revs - DIC warning: Tranny hot-idle engine. Found transmission fluid overfilled - during previous service
Aug 2009 20000 mi	Dealer trying to detemine transmission problem noticed in July. Said previous dealer misdiagnosed the problem. NTF, but when car returned the Service Engine light was on - P0222 - knock sensor bank 2. Found bad knock sensor for bank 2. Dealer stated this may have been my transmission problem back in July - yeah right. Replaced the sensor only not the ECM.
Apr 2010 31000 mi	Drivers seat shifting back and forth when braking. replaced seat guides and motor.
Oct 2013 83500 mi	Check engine light, diagnosis: ..OHC problem, replaced complete system
Nov 2013 84700 mi	Front wheels shaking over 50 mph, even after new tires and alignments. Problem was with the AWD- replaced the AWD- has to ship parts from Canada, by truck as too heavy to air freight..
Jun 2014 89000 mi	Service Seat Belt warning light. After several goes, the dealer still could not fix. They thought they'd fixed it, so I sold it to them. Later saw it in their service bay with the interior apart. They said I wouldn't have liked the repair bill.

GMC Acadia in Mississippi, United States Nov 2008 - Apr 2012
Jan 2008 1011 mi	Replaced front panel on dashboard
Feb 2008 2084 mi	Repaired water leak / drivers door
Mar 2008 2319 mi	Water leak. Could not find
Apr 2008 2823 mi	Water leak. Repaired sunroof drain
May 2008 4592 mi	Ambient Temp Sensor reading erratic. Could not repair.
Aug 2008 6423 mi	Dashboard separated. New dash on backorder. Drivers side mirror will not hold position Could not find problem.
Dec 2008 9000 mi	Defrost panel seperated from dash for third time. Ambient Temp sensor reads wrong. Drivers seat cushion seperated from seat base. Drivers side mirror does not return to original position after tilting in reverse. Avg MPG reading gets stuck on 11.3 and will not change untill reset. Car is getting about 10 MPG.  Fourth water leak from sunroof Water stain on headliner from water leak. Air bag covers were gouged when removing headliner to find second leak. Defrost panel seperated from dash again the day after dash replaced. Fifth water leak from sunroof.
Sep 2009 11000 mi	Water leaking out of overhead DVD player,back up sensor,and rear dome lights. Rear sunroof replaced.
Dec 2010 24000 mi	Heater not working, multiple alarms, and reduced engine power. Water pump replaced.
Jan 2011 24000 mi	Tire pressure sensors were reading pressure wrong as well as reading wrong tires. Sensors were reprogrammed.  Power Steering pump replaced. To date no further repairs to dashboard, drivers seat, third row seatbelt, XM radio, drivers side mirror, or sunroof leak. GM is sending someone to inspect the vehicle.
Jul 2011 32000 mi US $61	Messages saying stabilitrak off and service brake system. Dealership said brake fluid was low and could not find a leak.
Oct 2011 33000 mi	Messages saying stabilitrak off and to service brake system. Dealership said brake fluid was low and to bring it back in 3 weeks for them to check fluid level again.
Jan 2012 36000 mi	Found transmission fluid leak. Will repair when working on brakes Dealer found motor oil leak. Will repair when doing other repairs
Feb 2012 37000 mi US $250	Fluid leak repaired Oil leak repaired Coolant leak repaired Sliding center console broken Dash storage compartment will not open
Apr 2012 38000 mi	Car repurchased by GM for repeated sunroof leaks. Sliding center console and dash storage compartment broken when bought back. Didn't fix because would have cost $500. Power liftgate broke during inspection when I turned it in.

GMC Acadia in Minnesota, United States Nov 2008 - Sep 2013
Aug 2010 33000 mi	worn swaybar endlink
Feb 2011 38000 mi	Replaced strut tower anchors
Jul 2011 45000 mi	Replaced the water pump
Aug 2013 76000 mi US $1200	Replaced steering rack

GMC Acadia in Quebec, Canada Sep 2008 - Sep 2014
Oct 2008 6820 mi	Moonroofs (2) drainage system improperly installed and drain tubes were too short resulting in leaks to the inside of vehicle. My ACADIA did not demonstrate this problem but the RECALL was done!
Jun 2009 11780 mi	The rear windshield wiper arm broke and the wiper blade was broken during the repair. The whole unit was replaced in a satisfactory manner. No charge. Original new car warranty.
Sep 2009 13640 mi	Rear lift gate support struts failed to keep liftgate open. Rear liftgate support struts (2) replaced.
Mar 2012 30380 mi C $120	Two litres of anti-freeze on garage floor. Unable to duplicate, no repeat performance as yet. I suspect the infamous water pump. Time will tell!
Jul 2012 32640 mi	five inches broken off the top of rear coil spring. Replaced at no charge by the dealer. (one hour labour)
Sep 2012 34720 mi C $204	Rack and Pinion leaking P/S fluid.
May 2014 43880 mi C $500	High pressure gas line leaking.

GMC Acadia in Massachusetts, United States Oct 2007 - Jan 2008
Nov 2007 1000 mi	I had an electrical short and my tail light fuse kept blowing on passenger side. They took entire inside of car apart to trace short. It was finally traced back to passenger side front headlamp fixture. They replaced the entire fixture. It has been showin
Jan 2008	Squeaky brake pedal. In shop overnight. Replaced and flushed brake fluid with std. DOT3-still squeaks.

GMC Acadia in Virginia, United States Sep 2007 - Mar 2010
Jul 2008 8000 mi	Steering column has been changed