2014 GMC Acadia Problems
Owner-reported complaints filed with NHTSA, grouped by component
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What this page shows
Everything below is an owner-reported complaint submitted to NHTSA about the 2014 GMC Acadia, grouped by the component NHTSA recorded on the report. These are not confirmed defects, and they are not recalls. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a category with more reports in it is not evidence that a part is defective.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
Reports by component
Ranked by how many owner reports name each component category
- Airbags24543.2%
- Electrical9015.9%
- Engine478.3%
- Powertrain (other)346.0%
- Driver assistance305.3%
- Steering264.6%
- Fuel system254.4%
- Exterior lighting203.5%
- Interior & seats91.6%
- Brakes91.6%
- Body & structure81.4%
- Seat belts71.2%
- Suspension50.9%
- Other / unspecified40.7%
- Visibility40.7%
- Tires & wheels30.5%
- Heating & air conditioning10.2%
Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.
Each component in detail
What the reports in each category say, in the owners' own words
Airbags
Reports naming the air-bag system — deployment behaviour, inflators, sensors and warning lights.
From owner reports, verbatim
Unknown
The contact owned a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact was avoiding crashing into another vehicle when the contact's vehicle crashed into a tree. The air bags did not deploy. The contact stated that some good Samaritans assisted the contact in getting out of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was totaled when it crashed into a tree. In addition, the contact stated that within 5–10 minutes later, the vehicle was engulfed in fire. The local fire department arrived and extinguished the fire. The contact stated that the vehicle was consumed in the fire. The vehicle was condemned as a total loss by the insurance company. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard. The contact declined medical transport to the local medical center, however the following day, the contact went to the local medical center. The contact sustained cuts and abrasions on both legs and knees primarily, cuts and abrasions to the right and left arms, a large bruise on the left side of the chest, right side of chest pain, and severe pain in the right shoulder and back. In addition, the contact stated that on February 02, 2026, the vehicle was serviced for an unknown recall repair in which the driver's side air bag was replaced. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000.
Electrical
Reports naming the electrical system — wiring, battery, charging, control modules, infotainment and electrical accessories.
From owner reports, verbatim
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.
Unknown
Engine
Reports naming the engine itself — including stalling, misfires, oil consumption, cooling and internal engine components.
From owner reports, verbatim
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 waited before restarting the vehicle. The contact stated that the Check Engine warning light was recently illuminated. The vehicle was towed to two independent mechanics, where several diagnostic trouble codes associated with the transmission and the transmission module and solenoid were retrieved. The contact was then referred to a transmission specialist, where the vehicle was towed and was being diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
Engine randomly shuts off when driving for no reason. Will restart and check engine light comes on. Has now happened three times , twice to me in traffic. One of those the car went into a limp mode where it wouldn't drive above 30mph at most. This is very unsafe in the middle of highway traffic. The second happened approaching a traffic light , I put the car into neutral and luckily it restarted and check engine light came on. The third time my wife had her friends in the car and it shut off at a light , she had no idea what to do. I had her stay there and brought her our other car. I have read this is caused by a known fuse box issue. They should be made to fix this problem before someone gets seriously hurt driving in traffic.
Powertrain (other)
Powertrain reports that are not specifically the engine or transmission — driveshafts, axles, transfer cases and differentials.
From owner reports, verbatim
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 waited before restarting the vehicle. The contact stated that the Check Engine warning light was recently illuminated. The vehicle was towed to two independent mechanics, where several diagnostic trouble codes associated with the transmission and the transmission module and solenoid were retrieved. The contact was then referred to a transmission specialist, where the vehicle was towed and was being diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
My 2014 GMC Acadia constantly displays “Service Stabilitrak,” “Service Traction Control,” ABS, brake, and check-engine warning lights. The vehicle will not accelerate past 40 mph under normal driving. Recently, the vehicle began showing “Engine Power Reduced” randomly without any warning, and the vehicle loses power suddenly. The OBD2 code P1682 (Ignition 1 Circuit/Relay failure) appears every time. This issue has caused the vehicle to jerk, lose acceleration, and even stall in the middle of an intersection during rush-hour traffic while my children were in the car, creating a serious safety hazard. These warnings and symptoms are constant, and the power-reduction events occur unpredictably. No official inspection has been completed by the manufacturer. The failed component is still in the vehicle and available for inspection. The malfunction affects traction control, stability control, braking systems, and engine power, putting occupants and other drivers at risk.
Driver assistance
Reports naming forward-collision avoidance, lane keeping, back-over prevention, cruise control and related electronic driver-assistance systems.
From owner reports, verbatim
Got onto the interstate and suddenly my car stopped but didn’t kill. My traction control light said off and then it said reduced engine power and my fuel went down to E. I couldn’t go but my car was still running. I killed it then waited a minute and started it again and it started moving slowly. Then it said service stabliltrak and traction system but since the light have went off. Around the same time I started hearing popping and crackling sounds from my speaker and now I have no interior sound at all just popping sounds no matter if my car is started or not. I’m scared it’s going to catch on fire or something
Since I have owned this vehicle, my blind spot alert system has failed 3 times. In every occurrence, the warning lights in the mirror have been stuck in the "on" position. It has occurred at approximately 60k miles, 100k miles, and now 150k miles. In each occurrence, it was a defective sensor module due to the location of the module that allows water to get into the box. The blind spot light stays on constantly and no longer detects vehicle located in the blind spot of the vehicle. In every case, the cost of the repair was over $800 to replace the box.
Steering
Reports naming the steering system — racks, columns, power-steering assist and steering linkage.
From owner reports, verbatim
The rack unit is going out. It makes the vehicle suddenly jerk to the left at highway speeds. It could cause a collision if there is a car on the left or a head on collision if on a two lane road. It also increases the amount of force needed to steer at low speeds. I took to the mechanic and was told that it needed to be replaced and would be 2500+ dollars to repair it and that they could not do the repair their only recommendation was to take it to the dealer. So GM is not wanting to issue a recall because it would cost them a lot of money to fix it.
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and making a turn, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The dealer informed the contact that the part for the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The failure mileage was approximately 81,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Fuel system
Reports naming fuel storage or delivery — tanks, pumps, lines, injectors and fuel leaks.
From owner reports, verbatim
Fuel gauge is incorrect. It says I went 20 miles when I only went two. Then when car is in park the gauge goes back up but when moving the gauge goes down quickly. This had caused me to run out of Gas when I shouldn’t have and it’s adding miles to my odometer that I never went or it’s fluctuating and that’s faulty. NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V223000 Inaccurate Fuel Gauge Reading An inaccurate fuel gauge may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash. NHTSA ID Number: 14V223000 Manufacturer General Motors LLC Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Potential Number of Units Affected: 51640 Summary General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured March 26, 2013, through August 15, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the engine control module (ECM) software may cause the fuel gauge to read inaccurately. Remedy GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECM to correct the fuel gauge reading, free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), and 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14007. Notes Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. 3 Associated Products 12 Associated Documents
Gas gauge is incorrect. When I put fuel in the tank within min gauge drops to empty. Car sputters when idling. Car stalled 10x or more. Fuel pump has been replaced. Fuel pump module has been replaced. Did not fix the problem.
Exterior lighting
Reports naming headlights, tail lights, turn signals and other exterior lighting.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that for several years, the headlight bulbs were replaced several times. The contact used several different brands of headlight bulbs, but the bulbs failed prematurely. The contact stated that the headlight bulbs were dim while using the low beam or the high beam headlights. Additionally, the turn signals failed to properly operate while engaging the turn signal lever. The contact stated that the sound for the turn signals was occasionally inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the same independent mechanic, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 135,000.
I have many problems with this vehicle, numerous times. Inaccurate Fuel Gauge Reading- It has resulted in my vehicle running out of fuel and stalling, while on road. I have 4 children who are at risk of danger while in vehicle.The fuel warning light has illuminated when the gauge needle says I still have more than plenty of amount (a quarter of a tank or more at times. It differs). It was diagnosed with an electrical and fuel system failure. Electrical shorts and problems- Having electrical shorts on and off. Check engine light comes on/off Vehicle randomly failed to start. My vehicle was difficult to start and would require several attempts before starting. Power lock/unlock key fob doesn't work, replaced battery multiple times.windows and sunroof power windows do no work. Radio and dash turn off and restart. Check airbag light has been coming on and off. Power Train intermittently, the transmission shifts with a loud thump, at various speeds. Vehicle starts shaking and jerking while shifting gears and going different speeds. My vehicle slows down, power reduce engine and steering difficult at times. Other/ water leak- Found water in all of my tail light assemblies, headlight assemblies, sunroof and windows leaking. There is no proper seal or has worn off, causing leaks in and repairs for many replacements, which are expensive temp fixes with no permanent solution. Causes accidents by not having necessary working equipment for driving conditions. Other:Hood doesn't latch and stay open so difficult to even check fluids properly alone. Multiple dealers have inspected problems, and needs to be fixed. There are recalls out for many of these problems and my vehicle needs to be on the list for serious safety issues.
Interior & seats
Reports naming seats, latches, locks, linkages and interior fittings.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact stated while walking to the vehicle to start the vehicle, she became aware that the hatch back was up, and all the doors were unlocked. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 126,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 GMC ACADIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SERVICE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO PENSKE CADILLAC OF SOUTH BAY 18600 HAWTHORNE BLVD, TORRANCE, CA 90504 (310) 697-1800 WHERE DIAGNOSED THAT CONNECTOR UNDERNEATH THE SEAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO HIGH RESISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS SIMILAR TO SERVICE BULLETIN 10057064-3254. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 56,000.
Brakes
Reports naming service brakes, the antilock braking system, brake hoses, master cylinders or the parking brake.
From owner reports, verbatim
1.- Found water in the doors electrical connectors, the radio, alerts, blinkers sounds stops working and makes an electric short circuit sound. Informatic radio systems works on and off. 2.- break pedal with unusual play this make the stop lights turn on all the time and triggers the stabilitytrack system fails the car it’s like speeding up and down. 3.- the previous problem play in the break pedal triggers a transmission malfunction Does not change gears and makes the engine loose power preventing a major damages but at same time it’s very dangerous while driving because we never know when it will happen the failure.
The rear brake lights get stuck on causing the traction control and the stabilitrak to turn off and flash the warning on the dash. This vehicle has been to two different dealerships to fix the issues and nothing has worked. The brake pedal sensor has been replaced a couple times. The brake pedal assembly has been replaced. This is a safety concern due to other drivers thinking my brake lights are on constantly and not being able to see when I’m actually slowing down.
Body & structure
Reports naming the vehicle structure, frame, body panels, doors, hood and trim.
From owner reports, verbatim
The driver's side door cracking away from the frame. My safe was put at risk due to the potential of the door falling off. It's a known problem for GMC vehicles. Yes the vehicle was inspected by a body shop. No warning or message came up.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 GMC ACADIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS RETAINING WATER. DURING ONE INSTANCE, WATER LEAKED FROM THE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. DOMINION CHEVROLET (9630 RED ARROW HWY, BRIDGMAN, MI) DIAGNOSED THAT THE SEAL ON THE WINDOWS CAUSED THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THAT THE CONTACT WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR THE REPAIR BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 135,900.
Seat belts
Reports naming seat belts, buckles, retractors and pretensioners.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while at a stop, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power. In addition, the contact stated that upon further inspection, the fuel gauge failed to properly display the fuel level. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local independent mechanic, where the unknown repairs were made; however, the traction control, ABS, Stabili-trak, and seat belt warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. In addition, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign: 14V614000 (Electrical System), 14V266000 (Seat Belts), 21V246000 (Air Bags), and 14V223000 (Electrical System, Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
THE PASSENGER SIDE SEATBELT WARNING CHIMED TO INDICATE A PASSENGER WAS NOT WEARING A SEATBELT AND THE PASSENGER AIRBAG ON/OFF LIGHT TOGGLED BACK AND FORTH WHEN NO PASSENGER WAS IN THE CAR IN THE SEAT. THIS RESOLVED SPONTANEOUSLY BY THE NEXT DAY, NOW THE SERVICE AIRBAG SOON NOTICE AND WARNING LIGHT IS LIT UP ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CAR HAS NOT BEEN IN ANY ACCIDENT THAT WOULD CAUSE THE AIRBAG TO DEPLOY OR ACTIVATE. I SEE THAT A PREVIOUS RECALL WAS ANNOUNCED IN 2014 FOR THE 2009-2013 MODELS OF GMC ACADIA, BUT MY SPECIFIC ACADIA IS A 2014 MODEL. THERE ARE NO ACTIVE RECALLS LISTED FOR MY VEHICLE, HOWEVER AN AIRBAG MALFUNCTION IS A SERIOUS CONCERN FOR GMC ACADIA OWNERS. THIS ISSUE JUST STARTED AND I HAVE NOT VISITED A DEALER YET.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Suspension
Reports naming suspension components — springs, struts, shocks, control arms and related hardware.
From owner reports, verbatim
I took my 2014 GMC Acadia into the dealership I purchased it at because my airbag light was on. This was before the recall. I was told at that time that nothing was wrong and and I probably hit a bump and juggled something loose. I paid $190 for that. Now my vehicle is in the shop and I can no longer operate it or sell it because it is deemed unsafe due to this recall. I contacted GMC and there is no remedy for this. It has been 8 months. This is not timely. They would not offer a replacement, refund or a loaner vehicle. I recorded this call and received a case number. I believe this is against federal law. I then contracted the dealership I purchased the vehicle through and they will not provide a rental or repair or replace my vehicle either. N fact, they were trying to get me to do $4,000 in repairs. This may fall under the lemon law and I contacted an attorney. Some people have been without vehicles 8 months now since this recall occurred. This is absurd. I had one vehicle that now I cannot use. I need to be made whole.I have 5 children. Who is responsible? I will not stop until I get compensated. There are a total of 6 recalls out on my car. Only one has been closed. The seatbelt. The other recalls could cause major damage to expensive components like the engine and transmission. The EUC was under recall and was never fixed in my vehicle also. I found this out through a search on kbb.com. This may have in turn caused more out of pocket expenses
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. An undisclosed dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the front passenger’s side strut was defective and needed to be replaced. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 138,379. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Other / unspecified
Reports whose component NHTSA recorded as unknown, or that do not map to one of the categories above.
From owner reports, verbatim
FUEL GAGE CONTINUOUSLY SHOWS FULL THEN A FEW MINS LATER EMPTY EVEN AFTER FILLING UP TAKE, GAGE SHOES TIRE LEVELS IN ACCURATELY, LIGHTS WILL FLICKER AND WON'T SHUT OFF AFTER TURNED OFF COMPLETELY, DRIVER SEAT CONTINUES TO WIGGLE LOOSE EVEN AFTER TIGHTENING BACK OVER AND OVER, WHEN VEHICLE ISN'T SITTING IN PARK ON AFTER ABOUT 30MINUTES OR SO IT WILL BEGIN TO SHAKE, SPUTTER THEN FINALLY STALL REGUARDLESS OF ACCELERATING TO RESTART IT WILL STILL STALK WHEN DRIVING FOR AWHILE THE VEHICLE WILL RANDOMLY JERK FORWARD WHILE DRIVING AND FEEL LIKE IT LOSES POWER WHILE DRIVING AS WELL EVEN AFTER I TOOK IT TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC AND HAVING A SENSOR CHANGED(WHICH A DIAGNOSTIC TEST INDICATED WAS WRONG) ALONG WITH AN OIL CHANGE WE ALSO NOTICED THAT THE RECALLS THAT WERE LISTED PRIOR TO US PURCHASING THE VEHICLE SHOULD'VE BEEN ADDRESSED WEREN'T WE NOTIFIED THE DEALERSHIP THEY SAID THEY'D LOOK AT THOSE RECALLS FROM THEN BUT WE WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR THEM AT OUR OWN COST AND THAT THE RECALLS AND ISSUE SALES WE HAD TALKED ABOUT WEREN'T LISTED SO AT THIS POINT WE'RE UNABLE TO TAKE THE FAMILY VEHICLE TOO FAR FROM HOME CONSIDERING WE LIVE 30 MINS OUTSIDE OF TUCSON, WE HAVE FOUR KIDS AND MY HUSBAND IS A DISABLED VETERAN WE EVEN STATED TO THE DEALERSHIP WE NEEDED A DEPENDABLE VEHICLE THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME
MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE CAR AROUND 40MPH ON SURFACE STREETS. . THE VEHICLE'S TRACTION CONTROL, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL, AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE CAR RESTARTED BUT WOULD ONLY GO ABOUT 20MPH AND THE DEALER SAID IT WOULD BE SAFE TO DRIVE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP. THE DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS A HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP AT 60K MILES. THE COST WAS $945 AND IT SEEM TO BE FIXED BUT TOO EXPENSIVE FOR A CAR WITH ONLY 60K MILES. *TR
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Visibility
Reports naming windshields, glass, wipers, defrosters and mirrors.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact stated while starting the vehicle the radio was inoperable and the air bag sensor would chime as if a passenger was seated in the passenger’s seat and not using the seat belt. Additionally, the power locks were inoperable, and the yellow lights for the blind side detection system were illuminated and remained illuminated. The contact also stated that the heater and A/C functioned sporadically. Additionally, the vehicle was difficult to start and would require several attempts before starting. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 161,000.
I HAD JUST PICKED UP 250 PIECES OF CHICKEN FROM GIANT EAGLE TO FEED THE HOMELESS AT THE YWCA AND PLACED THE BOXES IN THE BACK OF MY VEHICLE. AS I DROVE DOWN THE STREET THE WINDOW BEGAN TO FOG SO I TURNED ON THE DEFROST. WITHIN MINUTES OF TURNING ON THE DEFROST, THE WINDOW SHATTERED INTO PIECES. I ENDED UP HAVING TO THROW AWAY OVER 100 PIECES OF CHICKEN, BUT LUCKILY NO ONE WAS HURT. I HAVE CALLED THE DEALERSHIP AND FILED A COMPLAINT WITH THE CORPORATE OFFICE, BUT THEY SAY THEY CANNOT ASSIST. AFTER SPEAKING WITH CANDICE AT GMC, @866-790-3600 EXT 5923331, I WAS TOLD THAT THE EXTENDED WARRANTY I PURCHASED DOES NOT COVER GLASS. I BOUGH THE CAR USED ALMOST A YEAR AGO, PURCHASED THE EXTENDED WARRANTY TO REPLACE THE BUMPER TO BUMPER COVERAGE, SO WHY DOESN'T IT COVER GLASS? WHAT IS EVEN MORE FRIGHTENING TO ME IS HOW DOES A WINDOW JUST SHATTER? THIS IS A DEFECT THAT NEEDS TO BE ADDRESS AND THIS SHOULD BE COVERED BY GMC. I HAVE RESEARCHED AND FOUND THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED IN OTHER GMC VEHICLES AND PERHAPS THIS NEEDS TO BE A CLASS ACTION LAW SUIT BEFORE IT WILL BE PROPERLY ADDRESSED.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Tires & wheels
Reports naming tires, wheels, hubs, or the tire-pressure monitoring system.
From owner reports, verbatim
10/6/2023 The vehicle shakes all over the vehicle when driving at highway speeds the shop I brought it to says that the tire tread is slipped and you can see the tread is wavy when running on the lift and is most likely the cause of the vibration. It is actually all 4 tires but a couple of them are the more worse than others. P255/55R20 is the tire size and were bought 9/9/2021 but only have 20K miles on them. I just wanted to report so if there is other complaints about this with the same tire something may be able to be done to resolve this in case this issue gets worse.
GOODYEAR FORTERA TIRES CRACKED BETWEEN THE TREADS (ALL 4 TIRES) TIRE SIZE: P255/65R18 INSTALLED ON 2014 GMC ACADIA SLE 2 4DR SUV VIN:[XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *JB *TR
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Heating & air conditioning
Reports naming the heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system.
From owner reports, verbatim
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 GMC ACADIA. UPON ENTERING THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT REALIZED THAT THE AIR CONDITION WAS BLOWING OUT HOT AIR. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN FOUND THE SYSTEM TO BE LOW ON FREON AND THE VEHICLE HAD AN AIR CONDITIONING LEAK. THE TECHNICIAN RECHARGED THE SYSTEM AND ADDED DYE TO DETERMINE THE ORIGIN OF THE LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 20,079.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers.
Elsewhere on this vehicle
Data sources
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation — owner-reported complaints and the components recorded on them
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