2018 Gmc Acadia problems
The GMC Acadia is a crossover SUV manufactured by General Motors for its GMC division. The first-generation GMC Acadia shared the GM Lambda platform with the Saturn Outlook, the Chevrolet Traverse, and the Buick Enclave. The Acadia went on sale in 2006 as a 2007 model in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The Acadia replaces three of the 7- or 8-seater vehicles on the Buick-Pontiac–GMC dealership network, the midsize GMC Safari van, the GMC Envoy, and the Pontiac Montana SV6 minivan for the domestic market. As of 2009, the Lambda vehicles have replaced the Buick Rainier, Buick Rendezvous, Buick Terraza, and the GMC Envoy XL and then subsequently the GMC Envoy, Chevrolet TrailBlazer and the Isuzu Ascender. A Denali version of the Acadia debuted for 2011. In 2017, the second generation Acadia was repositioned as a mid-size crossover utility vehicle in order to compete within the growing midsize SUV market against the likes of the Ford Explorer, Edge, and the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
First generation (2007)
The Acadia represents GMC's entry-level truck-like CUV and is the first unibody vehicle from the marque. It is also GMC's first front-wheel drive passenger vehicle, and also the first such vehicle of any kind since the 1973-78 GMC Motorhome.
The Acadia has seating for eight and either front or all-wheel drive. With a 5,200 lb (2,359 kg) towing capacity, the Acadia slots between the GMC Terrain and the Yukon. The Acadia is the mid-priced Lambda model between the Chevrolet Traverse and Enclave.
In December 2006, all production and sales of the Acadia (and the Saturn Outlook) were temporarily stopped due to the engine mounts not having holes drilled to release accumulated water, as well as an issue with potentially faulty rivets in the load floor just forward of the vehicle's rear hatch. The assembly process was quickly adjusted, and dealership sales of the vehicles had resumed within days of the notice.
The first-generation Acadia was sold alongside its second-generation replacement as the Acadia Limited.
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Common 2018 Gmc Acadia problems
The 2018 GMC Acadia has been reported to have a few common problems that potential buyers should be aware of. These issues are primarily related to the vehicle's transmission, engine, climate system, and in-car electronics.
Transmission faults are a common problem in the 2018 GMC Acadia, particularly in vehicles equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission. The issue is often caused by a broken 35R clutch wave plate, which can lead to symptoms like slipping transmission, harsh or rough shifting, and loss of reverse gear.
Engine problems have been reported in earlier Acadia models, including the 2008, 2010, and 2011 models, but there have been no widespread issues with the 2018 model year. However, it's still worth noting that some owners of the 2018 Acadia have reported engine-related issues, such as slowing down and ultimately stopping in the middle of the road.
The climate system in some 2018 GMC Acadias has been reported to struggle with decreased cooling performance due to an evaporator leak. This can prevent cooling in one zone or the entire vehicle, which can be particularly problematic during hot weather.
In-car electronics issues have also been reported in the 2018 GMC Acadia, with customers complaining about a malfunctioning electrical system. This can include problems with the infotainment system, power windows, and other electronic features.
Additionally, the 2018 GMC Acadia has had a higher-than-average number of recalls, with issues related to the vehicle's seat belts, airbags, tires, and electrical components. Owners are encouraged to check their vehicle's VIN or license plate to see if there are any open recalls that need to be addressed.
Overall, while the 2018 GMC Acadia has some common problems, it's still considered a relatively reliable SUV. However, potential buyers should be aware of these issues and consider them when making their purchasing decision. It's always a good idea to have any potential vehicle inspected by a trusted mechanic before making a final decision.
What is the most common problems in a 2018 GMC Acadia?
A shift to park transmission message is the most widespread complaint from 2018 Acadia owners at around 30,000 miles. The problem is usually caused by a failed transmission control assembly, which costs over $700 to replace.
Is the 2018 GMC Acadia a reliable vehicle?
How Reliable Is the 2018 GMC Acadia? J.D. Power gives the 2018 Acadia a predicted reliability rating of three out of five, which is about average.
Is there any Recalls on a 2018 GMC Acadia?
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. Tip: Recalls don't affect every vehicle of the same year, make and model.
How many miles can a 2018 GMC Acadia last?
200,000 miles
The average lifespan for the Acadia is over 200,000 miles. If you drive an average of 15,000 miles per year, that's over 13 years. If you are a more frequent driver and hit 20,000 miles each year, the SUV will still last 10 years, which is longer than the average car loan.
What is the most common problems in a 2018 GMC Acadia?
A shift to park transmission message is the most widespread complaint from 2018 Acadia owners at around 30,000 miles. The problem is usually caused by a failed transmission control assembly, which costs over $700 to replace.
Is the 2018 GMC Acadia a reliable vehicle?
How Reliable Is the 2018 GMC Acadia? J.D. Power gives the 2018 Acadia a predicted reliability rating of three out of five, which is about average.
Are there any problems with the GMC Acadia?
Common GMC Acadia Problems
Transmission fault: According to RepairPal, GMC Acadias with a six-speed automatic transmission may develop faults related to a broken 35R clutch wave plate within the transmission system. This may lead to symptoms like slipping transmission, harsh/rough shifting, and loss of reverse gear.
Is GMC Acadia high maintenance?
The average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a GMC Acadia is $734, compared to an average of $573 for midsize SUVs and $652 for all vehicle models. The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle.
2018 Gmc Acadia car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Gmc Acadia problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Electrical system problems
- Engine problems
- Steering problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2018 Gmc Acadia vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2018 Gmc Acadia
The NHTSA has received 276 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2018 Gmc Acadia. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2018 Gmc Acadia vehicles.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-01
- VIN: 1GKKNMLS3JZ
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: " steering assistant reduced, drive care" " power steering ,drive with care". My car has been properly maintained, and has no issues, but this messages that keep coming up out of nowhere. And when it comes out my steering wheel gets very hard and stiff, causing me to almost get in accident in highway. This is definitely a factory defect that needs to be recalled and taken care of.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-02
- VIN: 1GKKNMLS7JZ
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Roof is leaking in vehicle without reason after seals and tubing replaced. Brakes lock up without warning!
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-27
- VIN: 1GKKNVLS3JZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and restart daily and required to be jumpstarted. Additionally, while the transmission was shifted into park(P), the "Shift to Park" message was displayed, and the vehicle failed to turn off, causing the battery to become drained. Roadside Assistance was able to jumpstart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to AutoZone and Firestone, where the battery and alternator were tested; however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. The contact purchased a battery jump starter to jumpstart the vehicle. The vehicle was then taken to Pep Boys, where the alternator, battery, and starter were all tested, and it was determined that the engine switch had failed. Pep Boys advised the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnosis. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 81,737.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-01
- VIN: 1GKKNPLS9JZ
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: When I try to cut my car off, it says "Shift to Park", but the car is in Park. Sometimes you can push the gear shift up hard and it will make the light go off, but othertimes nothing works and the car stays running and you can't get out. This is an ISSUE on lots of models and some even have recalls. Why are thy not recalled? I have to leave my car unlocked and running until it decides to turn off. Now I am stuck having to pay for this out of pocket, when GMC knows this is an issue.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-09
- VIN: 1GKKNULS9JZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Vehicle when being placed into park utilizing the gear shifter begins to say “vehicle not in park” when the vehicle is in park. This happens almost every time the vehicle is placed into park. In order to clear that notification, you have to put the vehicle in drive and park multiple times and hope that the computer recognizes the vehicle in park to unlock the doors and shut the vehicle off.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-01
- VIN: 1GKKNULS4JZ
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: SHIFT TO PARK alert popping up on. Car will not turn off.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-09
- VIN: 1GKKNMLS9JZ
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Vehicles does not recognize when the vehicle is parked and does not allow for vehicle to shut off. Gives shift to park error. Takes several tries for vehicle to recognize it is parked. Same issue in 2020 which was repaired by gmc since vehicle was still under warranty. Now that it is out of warranty it's my responsibility
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-26
- VIN: 1GKKNKLA2JZ
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: My car seats (2nd row & 3rd row) seats are rattling really bad when I am on the freeway or highway roads; signs of loose seats. Very concerning to wear it loosens the seat belt strap securing my toddlers car seat. I thought it was the road but unfortunately it’s my seats.
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-10
- VIN: 1GKKNPLS0JZ
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I purchased this car in May 2024 and it has done this since the day I bought it. When I shift into park and turn the car off it alerts me that I need to shift into park but it already is, I have to squeeze/jiggle the button on the shifter to make it stop. I feel this could cause some serious problems
STEERING,SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-26
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GKKNKLA1JZ
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: On July 26, 2024, I was driving my 2018 Acadia, with my cruise control set to 48 in a 45 MHP zone. Nearing a bad curve, I sneezed. When this happened, I tapped the brakes to disengage the cruise control, my passengers side tires exited the road and with both hands on the wheel I tried to slowly bring my tires back to the road. However, I was unable to gain control and totaled the vehicle. A witness stated that she heard a loud pop coming from the vehicle before the wreck happened. I later learned from my insurance that the vehicle had a Recall 17V516000 on it and I was never made aware of it. I believe that this was a factor in me not being able to control the vehicle.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-20
- VIN: 1GKKNULSXJZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I purchased my 2018 GMC Acadia in 2021. Two days after I purchased the "Shift to Park" error occurred. I contacted the dealer and they said that yes these cars are not recognizing they are indeed in park. After several phone calls back and forth they agreed to repair. Well now 3 years later it began to show the Shift to Park error once again. I looked up to see if they had recalled yet and GM has recalled on SOME vehicles but not sure why others like mine are excluded. I would assume this is a safety issue since the car cannot recognize its in park. I am also not returning to the dealership for repair since I don't believe it was repaired to begin with or the replacement parts are also defective. This seems to be that it will be an ongoing issue and additional costs to me every time this issue comes up.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-27
- VIN: 1GKKNLLA6JZ
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Vehicle will not shift to park- The cars engine is off and will not turn on, while the car physically will not turn off. I have to move the shifter until vehicle recognized it was in park. resulting in me getting stuck in my vehicle. Multiple reports from other owners with no fix provided by GMC.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-03
- VIN: 1GKKNULS6JZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I have increasing issues over the last several months, most especially this last week or so, with the SHIFT TO PARK. Every time I place it in park the dashboard says SHIFT TO PARK and bings at me continuously. I try turning the vehicle off and on again numerous times and have to place in reverse and park again a few times before it "clicks" into park and allows me to leave the vehicle. I know my year and model are part of a recall for this issue, there are class action lawsuits about it as well as Lemon Law incidents in numerous states. I have called GMC and received no help, I asked to escalate it to a manager, I was told that would happen within 24-48 hrs yet no manager ever called me. I was left to place a complaint with the Better Business Bureau and a GMC "scripted" representative called me and told me that MY vehicle has not been recalled, yet my model and year has been -- this makes zero sense since MY vehicle is having the recalled issue. I asked again to escalate it, a supervisor is supposed to call me within 2hrs (July 9th at 4:10pm EST) but emphasized that the supervisor will also tell me that GMC will NOT pay for my recall because my VIN has not been recalled. This is how they get away with not paying for the vehicles issues. HOW is my vehicle now NOT part of their recall when it's a known issue and my vehicle IS having this issue?? I drive 2 toddlers around, my grandchildren, and now I have this issue on a vehicle that is barely a few years old and I've only owned for 3 years. Again, my YEAR & MODEL vehicle has known issues with this SHIFT TO PARK and GMC is refusing to remedy it.
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-22
- VIN: 1GKKNXLSXJZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The transmission was failing to shift and jerking me forward in the vehicle. The check engine light came on. I was on the highway going at high speeds. Also, my vehicles Internet connection dropped. I pulled off the highway and turned off my vehicle. While starting my vehicle again and attempting to go into reverse, it would not reverse and it would not drive forward . It would just rev the RPMs. My vehicle has been sitting at the dealer for two weeks. They have not looked at it yet. The police were not called as there was not an accident, thankfully. The warning light came on as the vehicle was failing.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-30
- VIN: 1GKKNNLSXJZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: When I park the car it beeps and displays on the dash to please park the car. Even if I have it on park. Won't allow me to turn it off. Finally turned it off. Turned it back on. And it done it agian..
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-22
- VIN: 1GKKNMLS7JZ
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Shift to park error notice comes up on dash when car it turned off and in park. Car is clearly in park, but error code “shift to park” appears on screen. Beeping occurs until car is turned off and shifted to R or D and then shifted back to park and turned off. This error happens several times a week, including twice today 6/22/24. I have to restart my vehicle and shift it to R or D then back to park SEVERAL times before the error is cleared.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-03
- VIN: 1GKKNRLS4JZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle briefly accelerated and decelerated erratically, after which the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to restart, but the failure persisted, and the vehicle was unable to accelerate above 20 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the transmission. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-30
- VIN: 1GKKNULS5JZ
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: GM has acknowledged that there is a "Shift to Park" problem with 2017 and 2018 GMC Acadia's. This design flaw/ part failure does not recognize that the vehicle is actually in "Park" so you cannot shut off the engine. In addition, the dash lights remain on which eventually drains the battery. Sometimes the car will roll as if it's in Neutral. GM is very aware of this problem. However, they do not have a permanent solution. GM should be required to issue a nationwide recall to correct the situation by totally disabling the electronic part. In six years of ownership, I've encountered this problem 3 times: 5-14-19, mileage 13,266, 1-27-21, mileage 29,381and most recently 5-30-24, mileage 65,057. This 3rd repair cost me $721.88.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-11
- VIN: 1GKKNMLS2JZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: SHIFT TO PARK - I originally thought I was turning the car off too quickly. I would put the car in park and hit the button. Then I would get an error message (with Loud beeping) "SHIFT TO PARK." The car will not turn off completely or stop beeping until i turn it back on, and shift into drive and back into park. This last week the problem has escalated and keeps giving me the error message. I have had to leave my car with loud beeping and unlocked. I am driving with a battery charger hoping I will not have to use it. I am shocked this is NOT a recall.
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-07-07
- VIN: 1GKKNMLS3JZ
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: Seemingly at random a warning will pop up on the driver dashboard “Steering assist is reduced at this time”. This will lead to a engine coolant temp reading of 0 degrees, no a/c and reduced steering functionality. Through further investigation the OBD code P0128 tells us it’s a faulty Thermostat or Thermostat sensor. Even if you get these parts replaced, the issue still comes back. I’ve seen these exact complaints at least a thousand times across multiple years of this model/make 2016,2017,2018,2019. This is clearly a manufacturers fault and needs a recall before people get hurt.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-14
- VIN: 1GKKNSLS5JZ
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Shift to park warning when I’m in park when I turn off vehicle
ENGINE,LANE DEPARTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-28
- VIN: 1GKKNXLS2JZ
- Components: ENGINE,LANE DEPARTURE
- Summary: The thermostat housing fails and is a known issue which causes the car to overheat and they said it will start of fire or shut down and loss of steering assist. The dealerships know about the issue and GMC does nothing leaving people with large repair bills or inoperable cars. the system won't let me upload my receipts here is the part #12678780 I was told by the dealership this is a known issue and they my emissions warranty only covers the thermostat but not the housing, but that they are 1 piece, playing games.....
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-01
- VIN: 1GKKNXLS4JZ
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: bad torque converter lead to transmission replacement bad torque converter inspected by dealer car stopped starting difficulty shifting and catching up to speed while driving gmc california denied goodwill help
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-03
- VIN: 1GKKNPLS6JZ
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The car needs an PCM upgrade because it’s lit up a code in randomly situation. Causing the vehicle to lose the water temperature gage, power steering wheel assistance reduced and ac stop working, gmc is aware of the problem even issued a technical bulletin in 2018, but instead of inform the clients about the defective part, they want the client with this problem to pay to upgrade a defective PCM that came out from factory with problem. Note the power steering wheel assistance is part of the safety of the car. The problem always existed in the car, it toke me 2 years to find the problem.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-18
- VIN: 1GKKNXLS8JZ
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: We purchased this vehicle New in 2018. Gear Shift Problem. The vehicle displays a persistent “Shift to Park” warning on the dashboard. This usually occurs even when the gear selector is in the “Park” position and I have difficulty in Turning Off the Vehicle. The ignition remains active despite the gear selector being in “Park.” We have to go through all the gears - Drive - Neutral then Park then try to turn it off over and over. May take 5 or 6 tries before I can leave the car safely. Unintended Vehicle Movement: We believe the car is safely in the “Park” position and have exited the car and then it rolled. We have to jump back in and try to turn it off. I'm [XXX] and husband [XXX] and this is causing us injuries. It rolled one time and hit the Handicap Parking Sign in my parking space. It just missed hitting another car in a parking lot when it rolled about 3 times now. Called around to get it fixed but everyone says "it's been a problem for years and GMC has NO fix for it." Only temporary fix is to install new gear shifter or full transmission replacement, which owner has to pay for $700 to $3000 repair! We don't have 30,000 miles as of yet. We are low income, on Social Security and this should be a Recall since there are many complaints online for years. Praying we do not have a collision or terrible injuries. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2018 Gmc Acadia recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2018 Gmc Acadia.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: 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.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- Remedy: 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.
Negative 2018 Gmc Acadia car reviews
Positive 2018 Gmc Acadia car reviews
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It's great to hear that you're enjoying your new vehicle! The White color looks sharp and the double moonroof is a nice touch. It's also reassuring to know that the car has many safety features and rides smoothly. Thanks for sharing your positive experience!
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Lots of better offers! I got mine with a $1500 discount from the GM/Capital One card. I'm going to try a VW next time. My wife has one and it's a better car.
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I'm so glad to hear that you're enjoying your new 2018 Acadia! I understand that the lack of a CD player can be frustrating, especially when Sirius doesn't work in mountain areas. It can be tough to listen to spotty radio, and it's a shame that you don't have an alternative music source without a CD player.
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This is by far the best vehicle we have owned. It is safe, reliable, comfortable, and economical. We have driven other vehicles from rentals or dealers, but we need look no further.
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This SUV has power! It caught me off guard, but the engine has zip, the vehicle has a bold presence, and it seats passengers comfortably. Plus, it's relatively easy on gas. It has every safety feature imaginable, so I drive it with confidence that my little one is safe and comfortable when we ride.
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Are you having problems with your 2018 Gmc Acadia?
Christopher Moen 2025-01-01
The safety features are really nice, especially the lane assist which is my favorite for long drives. However, if you plan to use the third row, you will only be able to fit a few bags of groceries in this thing, as there is almost no trunk space at all. Our family also owns a 2014 Buick Enclave, which is a better vehicle even being 5 years older. It has more space, a better ride, and a nicer interior. My last vehicle was a 2017 Ford Explorer, which beats the Acadia in every category I can think of. I want to clarify that this review is without bias since the Acadia is a company provided car. Unfortunately, upon delivery, my transmission sprung a leak and lost all its fluid, stranding my wife and kids. It only had 20 miles on it. The dealership near me was an absolute nightmare to deal with.
Brayan Dicki 2024-07-22
I had a 2010 2WD V6 that I bought new and it had a lot of class with its trim, head and tail lighting. It's now going on 200,000 miles and still going strong. However, I recently bought a 2018 Acadia and unfortunately, it doesn't compare to the 2010 model in terms of space. In my opinion, it's not a great vehicle. If you're looking for a good alternative, I would recommend the Chevy Traverse, which has remained largely unchanged for 2018.
Kenny Morissette 2024-07-22
Despite my Acadia being only 1 year old and having just 5,000 miles on it, the engine started squealing during a recent cross-country trip. While a dealership on my trip thought it was the timing belt and believed it would be okay to get home, upon returning and taking it to my local dealership, they informed me that the water pump needed to be replaced. Despite my initial frustration, I am confident in the dealership's ability to fix the issue and ensure that my vehicle is running smoothly once again.
Tanner Bradtke 2024-04-28
The car lacks any useful cupholders.
Nick Auer 2024-04-10
I recently traded my 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit for a 2018 Acadia Denali, hoping for an upgrade. Unfortunately, I was disappointed with my purchase. The sunroof shade is not as good as the one in my GMC, and the cloth cover flaps in the wind when the window is open. The quality of the vehicle is not what I expected, and it falls short of being a high-end SUV. I miss the features that my Jeep had, such as the 1-year Uconnect and Sirius XM. The GMC only offers 3 months of Sirius XM, which is a letdown. Additionally, the GMC lacks entry lights on the side view mirror, lighted cup holders, power side view mirror fold-in, rain-sensitive wipers, and moving headlamps. I am eagerly waiting for the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee to come out so I can trade back up to a real luxury SUV. Goodbye GMC!