Model year record

2017 GMC Acadia recalls & problems

The 2017 GMC Acadia has 4 safety recalls and 706 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is power train (237 complaints).

Recalls4safety recalls

Complaints706filed by owners

Crashes · fires10 · 2reported in complaints

NHTSA overall4–5 ★crash-test stars

2017 GMC Acadia in an NHTSA crash test — NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Air bagsMay 10, 2023

Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module

Recall 23V334000995,085 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. GM began mailing final owner letters February 23, 2024 and will continue mailing through December 2025. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232404980.

Fuel system, gasolineMay 31, 2018

Delivery › Fuel pump

Recall 18V358000895 vehicles

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.
Risk: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.

Power trainAug 22, 2017

Driveline › Driveshaft

Recall 17V5160002,905 vehicles

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles and 2017-2018 GMC Acadia vehicles. The right front intermediate driveshaft may fracture and separate while driving.
Risk: If the front right intermediate drive shaft assembly separates while driving, the vehicle will lose propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. If the assembly separates while parked on a grade, without the park brake engaged, the vehicle may move unintentionally, increasing the risk of a vehicle roll-away.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right front intermediate drive shaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17329.

Service brakes, hydraulicNov 4, 2016

Foundation components › Disc › Caliper

Recall 16V8020001,844 vehicles

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2017 Cadillac XT5 vehicles manufactured April 16, 2016, to May 9, 2016, and 2017 GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured April 19, 2016, to April 22, 2016. The front brake calipers may have a torn or misaligned caliper piston seal which may allow brake fluid to leak.
Risk: If there is a brake fluid leak, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake calipers, replacing the brake caliper assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2016. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 16096.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2017 GMC Acadia SUV AWD

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash	★★★★★
Side crash	★★★★★
Rollover	★★★★★
Rollover risk	15%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2017 GMC Acadia SUV FWD

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash	★★★★★
Side crash	★★★★★
Rollover	★★★★★
Rollover risk	16.4%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2017 GMC Acadia Denali SUV FWD

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash	★★★★★
Side crash	★★★★★
Rollover	★★★★★
Rollover risk	16.4%

Forward collision warning: No · Lane departure warning: Optional

2017 GMC Acadia Denali SUV AWD

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash	★★★★★
Side crash	★★★★★
Rollover	★★★★★
Rollover risk	15%

Forward collision warning: No · Lane departure warning: Optional

2017 GMC Acadia Limited SUV FWD

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash	★★★★★
Side crash	★★★★★
Rollover	★★★★★
Rollover risk	16.9%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2017 GMC Acadia Limited SUV AWD

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash	★★★★★
Side crash	★★★★★
Rollover	★★★★★
Rollover risk	15.5%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2017 GMC Acadia NHTSA side crash test — NHTSA side barrier crash test

2017 GMC Acadia NHTSA side pole crash test — NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Acadia FWD

23mpg combined

City / highway	21 / 26 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

2.5 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,900/year to fuel

Acadia AWD

23mpg combined

City / highway	21 / 25 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

2.5 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,900/year to fuel

Acadia FWD

21mpg combined

City / highway	18 / 25 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

Acadia AWD

20mpg combined

City / highway	18 / 25 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

Acadia Limited FWD

18mpg combined

City / highway	15 / 22 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,700/year to fuel

Acadia Limited AWD

17mpg combined

City / highway	15 / 22 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,950/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem area	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Injuries	Typical mileage*
Power trainAutomatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift; Driveline › Differential unit	237	4	0	1	36,000 mi
Electrical systemHorn	194	2	2	0	34,252 mi
Unknown or other	167	1	1	2	33,000 mi
Air bags	76	2	0	9	42,500 mi
Engine	62	0	1	0	38,538 mi
Steering	35	1	0	0	15,885 mi
Service brakes	33	1	0	1	35,596 mi
Exterior lightingBrake lights	25	0	0	0	3,000 mi
Lane departureBlind spot detection; Assist	18	0	0	0	47,500 mi
Forward collision avoidanceAutomatic emergency braking; Warnings	13	0	0	0	—
Seat belts	13	1	0	3	30,000 mi
Electronic stability control (esc)	13	0	0	0	33,000 mi

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Steering
Warning light "steering assist is reduced, drive with care" pops on, check engine light comes on, thermostat gauge does not work, full on coolant, cruise control does not work when this populates. Steering is different and does not feel safe.
Oct 22, 2026
Engine
Steering assist warning. Thermostat and temp control sensor changed twice in 2 years.
Aug 1, 2024
Power train
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to shift into gear after parking in the McDonald's drive thru. The vehicle was shifted into gear and resumed normal operations after an extended period. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and the contact was informed that the vehicle operated as designed, and no repairs were needed. The failed had occurred in 2022, and the gear shifter and the drive shaft were replaced. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000.
Sep 22, 2026 · 48,000 miles
Steering
Bad thermostat causing power steering to go out and lose AC.
Sep 14, 2026
Power train
My Shift To Park senor come on often and wouldn't let me turn the vehicle off. I have taken to dealership for repair. Long wait and because parts are back ordered due to numerous vehicles having this same problem. This has left me stranded in my vehicle and not able to turn it off and leave the vehicle. I feel this is unsafe and should be handled on a recall. I am now without a vehicle for who knows how long?
Aug 31, 2025
Tires
P235/65r18, 106v 3 of the 4 tires are bubbled out lose air and are constantly feeling as if they are hydroplaning with lack of ice water or snow, constantly having to fill the tires with air. One has popped completely and am driving on a spare tire. It is unsafe to drive, 33 of the 4 tpms sensors have quit working as well:
Jun 29, 2026
Service brakes
Something inside the wheel started smoking and my gmc app displayed low break fluid. I pulled over and had someone come out two days later. The breakpad had uneven wear and the caliper had a broken seal on it which in turn tore the caliper up! This was not a safe situation to have with 4 kids in the car. This car has been one problem after another !
Jul 7, 2026
Engine
My Acadia went into limp Mode displaying low power mode on the screen and wouldnât start for a couple days after. Lights started illuminating on the dash as abs, traction control, and stanilitrack, then check engine light came on and my gmc app displayed code p2138. I have had since low power and extremely high gas consumption.
Jul 1, 2026

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.