2023 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 2023 Gmc Acadia problems
The GMC Acadia, a well-rounded family SUV, is known for its comfortable cabin and diverse capabilities. However, it has some common problems that owners have reported.
One of the most common issues is a transmission fault code related to the clutch wave plate inside the transmission, which affects models with the six-speed automatic transmission.
Check engine lights are also common in the GMC Acadia, often pointing to a powertrain control module problem. The fix for this issue can be as simple as installing a software update, but in some cases, it may indicate a known camshaft problem that requires a technician to complete GM's prescribed fix.
A worn-out gas cap can also trigger a check engine light, requiring diagnostics. Replacing a gas cap is a relatively simple and affordable procedure.
The GMC Acadia is more expensive to maintain compared to other SUVs, with an average maintenance cost of about $734 per year, compared to the average of $573 for other SUVs.
Consumer Reports' reliability data indicates that the 2023 Acadia has about average reliability when compared to the average new car.
In summary, while the GMC Acadia is a well-regarded family SUV, it has some common problems that owners have reported, including transmission faults, check engine lights, and worn-out gas caps. Additionally, it is more expensive to maintain and more prone to severe issues compared to other SUVs.
What is the issue with the 2023 GMC Acadia?
Recall no. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT5 and GMC Acadia vehicles. The right-front half-shaft assemblies may be improperly connected to the transmission, causing them to separate.
Is 2023 Acadia reliable?
We expect the 2023 Acadia will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on the 2021, 2022, and 2023 models, plus the GMC brand scores.
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 there a recall on GMC Acadia transmission?
General Motors (GM) has recently issued a recall for a range of their vehicles, with a particular focus on the 2023 GMC Acadia models. This recall is due to the discovery of incorrectly installed transmission sun gears in these vehicles, a critical component for the smooth operation of the transmission system.
What is the issue with the 2023 GMC Acadia?
Recall no. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT5 and GMC Acadia vehicles. The right-front half-shaft assemblies may be improperly connected to the transmission, causing them to separate.
Are 2023 GMC acadias reliable?
We expect the 2023 Acadia will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on the 2021, 2022, and 2023 models, plus the GMC brand scores.
What is the most common problem with GMC Acadia?
Top GMC Acadia Problems
- Transmission Fault and/or Check Engine Light With Code P0716, P0776, P0717, P0777, P2714, P2715, and... ...
- The Check Engine Light With Code: P0011, P0014, P0021, P0024, P0341, P0346, P0336, and/or P0391. ...
- Check Engine Light Due to Gas Cap Issue. ...
- Flush brake fluid every 60,000 miles.
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.
2023 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
- Engine problems
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Steering problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2023 Gmc Acadia vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2023 Gmc Acadia complaints
The NHTSA has received 14 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2023 Gmc Acadia.
STEERING,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-29
- VIN: 1GKKNMLS2PZ
- Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I purchased my 2023 Arcadia FFWD SLT a few months ago used with 11,000 miles. During the past few months I have noticed when reaching a speed of 45-60 mph the vehicle vibrates. I took the vehicle to the dealership on 10-10-24 and they said they could not find anything but they did not do an intensive problem search. I am concerned the problem may be related to a transmission recall dated 6/23. I did a search but no recalls came up my VIN but the vehicle has a major vibration when going 45-60 mph.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-13
- VIN: 1GKKNULS9PZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Today is Aug. 24, 2024. On [XXX], as my wife and I were preparing to leave on a vacation trip, our leased 2023 GMC Acadia would not move out of Low Gears moving forward. I soon discovered that it also would not shift into Reverse. When I took the vehicle to the GMC dealership near my home in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the service advisor told me that the Check Engine light was on. The dealer has had the car since the date of this occurrence, on [XXX], giving me a smaller car as a loaner. My service advisor told me that he was able to get the car into Reverse. When I have called, he tells me they are trying to identify the problem. I see on the Internet that this model of vehicle has had multiple "transmission issues" and that there has been a Recall due to the transmission. I have not been alerted to a Recall. Yesterday, on Aug. 23, I received an Onstar Diagnostics Report saying there is a "diagnostics alert" requiring "immediate attention." I leased this vehicle in October 2023 from Todd Wenzel Buick GMC, where the vehicle now is located in the Service Department. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-17
- VIN: 1GKKNPLS1PZ
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Vehicle drove for over 30mins before it detected that there was no remote in the vehicle.
BACK OVER PREVENTION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-02
- VIN: 1GKKNXLS4PZ
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: Car's back up camera screen has gone black on several occasions. The vehicle has been in the repair shop , this is my fourth time trying to get it repaired. The screen goes black with a red circle and triangle on the screen when the car is put in reverse. This makes backing up difficult because of the vehicle size and blind spot . This problem developed in the first month of having the vehicle and again the vehicle is back in for repair the fourth time for the same issue I've had the vehicle in service for eleven months.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-12
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GKKNUL43PZ
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Struck a deer traveling at 65 mph & air bags did not deploy
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-08
- VIN: 1GKKNUL45PZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: While driving 55mph, I had to make a sudden stop due to a large animal in road now my engine lights is on and when I try to put it in to any gear it says the transmission is not in the correct position with a code PO700 (MIL) car will not go into any other gear unless I shut it off the car then start again.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,LANE DEPARTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-17
- VIN: 1GKKNMLS6PZ
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,LANE DEPARTURE
- Summary: When approaching on coming traffic with bright light on high beam, my car will not change from high beam to low beam , nor can I manually. change. also Right mirror has indicator of on coming traffic approaching comes on for no reason
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-09
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GKKNPLS3PZ
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2023 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in park, the brake was released, and the vehicle lunged forward and collided with a Rental Movie machine coming to a stop at a building. No safety features were activated. The air bags were deployed. The contact sustained leg, hand, stomach, breast, and chest injuries. Medical attention was sought. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-28
- VIN: 1GKKNLLS6PZ
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2023 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that after his wife had driven the vehicle approximately 75-80 MPH on the highway, and was attempting to turn into the driveway, the vehicle inadvertently shut off. A message indicating a transmission failure and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart after several attempts. The vehicle was towed to the dealer however, the cause of the failure could not be duplicated. The contact stated that the vehicle had been at the dealer for four months. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 6,250.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-07
- VIN: 1GKKNULS2PZ
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: Shortly after leasing the vehicle in December of 2022 I noticed the transmission would slip when accelerating. It also jumps when down shifting as I'm slowing down - as well as after place the car into drive. I did bring the vehicle back to GMC in early 2023 explaining the aforementioned. I was told that there was too much transmission fluid which was the causing the issues I was experiencing. They reduced the fluid levels and sent me on my way. Unfortunately their assessment and solution did not remedy the problem. I intend to bring the vehicle in again, but based on past experience, I will be told nothing is wrong. Lastly, I've done some research and it appears I'm not the only person experiencing the same issue. I'm hoping that reporting this issue will lead to an investigation of potential safety issues.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-31
- Fire: 1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The contact’s daughter owned a 2023 GMC Acadia. The contact stated the seats were previously repaired at the local dealer. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked unattended, the vehicle caught fire. The fire had extinguished on its own. There were no reported injuries, air bag deployment or police reports filed. The contact called the local dealer who referred her to the insurance company. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The insurance company informed her the failure was due to the electrical system and deemed it a total loss. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was approximately 13,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-16
- VIN: 1GKKNLLSXPZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2023 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V172000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. 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. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-05
- VIN: 1GKKNXLS1PZ
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2023 GMC Acadia. The contact stated upon driving from a complete stop, the vehicle stalled inadvertently. The vehicle then accelerated independently. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle hesitated to respond. The contact was able to regain control of the vehicle and drove to her nearby workplace. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that dealer personnel then drove the vehicle to their location for diagnostic tests. The dealer diagnosed that the solenoid switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 6,514.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-29
- VIN: 1GKKNXLS1PZ
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Purchased Vehicle Oct.21 2022. In first week, vehicle left my wife stranded twice, and myself once. When error occurs, vehicle goes into limp home mode and cluster illuminates all lights, says serivce brakes, transmission, engine, fuel tank reads "E" (when is was just full), PRNDL buttons are flashing and will not allow park, does not respond to throttle inputs... only way to be not stranded as the vehicle will not restart is to disconnect battery or wait 15-20 minutes as the vehicle seems to incorrectly "heal" its errors and allow the engine to restart. I noticed this when the tow truck came to pick it up, and he "drove" it on to the flat bed. 45 Diagnostics showed up on the scan tool, all relating to CAN bus communication. My concerns are the following: 1. How can a 2023 vehicle with <400 miles leave some one stranded 3 times because of a CAN bus comm error? There is an electrical gremlin (likely from lack of quality control) causing to leave a customer to having to limp to the side of the highway. 2. Why is the error able to incorrectly "Heal" itself, ie. the fault reactions seem to debounce and allow engine to restart (as mentioned prior) after a certain amount of time. This only leads to potentially putting the customer back at risk as they just were. 3. GM dealer is yet to start troubleshooting, its been 2.5 weeks. Claim is that they "need a transmission guy to look at it since the codes causing the check engine light are transmission module". Although, the vehicle has approximately 45 active codes, relating to many different modules and all pointing to CAN bus error. The vehicle has an electrical issue, causing my wife to get stranded. first warning on cluster before being stranded : "Service: Transmission Now Unable to shift Soon. " What does this even mean???? this does not tell me, what the problem is, and what I should do about it. I am an experienced OBD Engineer from an auto OEM and this does not follow best practices. Please help.
2023 Gmc Acadia recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2023 Gmc Acadia.
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
- Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 GMC Acadia and 2024 Cadilac XT5 and XT6 vehicles. The windshield may have been assembled without the proper urethane sealant required to bond the windshield to the vehicle body.
- Consequence: A windshield that is not properly bonded may detach during a crash and increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect the windshield and apply primer and urethane sealant. If the windshield is damaged, the dealer will replace it. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232419690.
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT6, GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Blazer, Traverse, and 2022-2023 Cadillac XT5 vehicles. The transmission may have been built with an incorrect sun gear, which can result in the driver-side half-shaft disengaging from the transmission.
- Consequence: A half-shaft disengaging from the transmission can result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the sun gears, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 27, 2023. The remedy is expected to become available August 31, 2023. Owners may contact 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. GMC's number for this recall is N222389310.
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT5 and GMC Acadia vehicles. The right-front half-shaft assemblies may be improperly connected to the transmission, causing them to separate.
- Consequence: Separation between the half-shaft and transmission can result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the right-front half-shaft assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222393410.
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The certification label located on the driver's side B-pillar contains tire size information that may be illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Consequence: Illegible tire size information may result in the wrong tires being installed, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the vehicle certification label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 12, 2022. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222381690.
Negative 2023 Gmc Acadia car reviews
Positive 2023 Gmc Acadia car reviews
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The vehicle has many great features, but I dislike that it needs a bigger gas tank.
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This Denali has everything you wanted and then some!
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Compared to my 2019 Acadia, I found many really nice updates. My 2013 Acadia SLT with the V/6 engine is very smooth, quiet, and comfortable to ride in. I love how user-friendly the navigation is, and the heads-up display is a great feature. I find the Acadia to be reasonable on fuel, and all the safety features are wonderful, especially the 360-degree camera which helps me avoid curb rash on the beautiful wheels. I don't have a single complaint about this vehicle.
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What a fantastic ride!
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Comfortable, convenient gadgets, elegant
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Are you having problems with your 2023 Gmc Acadia?
Davion Kshlerin 2024-11-03
Our 2nd Denali has some room for improvement in terms of cabin insulation and heating. The blower is quite loud but doesn't move much air, and the cabin cools off quickly. The seat heater is small and slow to warm up, only heating the middle of the seating area and lumbar. We have not noticed any difference in ride quality with adaptive ride control. Additionally, there is a fluttering plastic sound inside the driver's door at speed. Despite these issues, we remain loyal to GM.
Junior Terry 2024-10-16
After owning it for a year, we find the 22 Acadia Denali to be very lackluster. We traded my wife's 2019 Explorer for it, and we miss the Explorer almost daily. Towing is a challenge, even for a small golf cart and trailer. Simple features like remote start and door lock from the phone require a 150 a year OnStar package that is free for many other makes. It's just GM's way of staying in your pocket. We also noticed little squeaks all over the interior when driving. Overall, we find nothing special about this thing at all. It's about the smallest third-row SUV, and that's why she liked it, but we don't think it's worth it. It feels underpowered and lackluster.
Floyd Kertzmann 2024-09-05
I purchased a brand new 2023 car in March, but unfortunately, I have had to take it to the shop 7 times for various issues. The radio has been a recurring problem, and most recently, the car wouldn't shut off. I find this concerning as it poses a safety risk. The dealership claims it was a 'glitch,' but I disagree. The engine light also frequently turns on, and when I took it in, they blamed it on the weather. However, I live in Illinois, where it's cold and wet for half of the year. Despite having multiple issues, the car does have some positives, such as extra standard safety features and a 2.0 turbo that provides good acceleration and decent gas mileage compared to my previous Traverse. If you're in the market for a new car, I would recommend considering foreign brands like Toyota or Honda.
Jason Mayert 2024-05-22
Sorry to hear that you've been having issues with your 2022 GMC Acadia. If you're in the market for a new SUV, there are plenty of other options out there to consider. Hopefully, the issues with your vehicle can be resolved soon. Take care!