2024 Gmc ACADIA
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2024 Gmc ACADIA has 79 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is brakes problems (29% of all complaints), specifically: i was driving and making a left turn at a traffic light when all of a sudden, every light lit up on my dashboard. then the dashboard turned completely black along with the radio screen. when the dashboard went black, i tried to stop by hitting the brakes to pull over. the brake pedal went all the.
79
Total Complaints
0
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
1.0x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems
BRAKES
23 complaints- • I was driving and making a left turn at a traffic light when all of a sudden, every light lit up on my dashboard. Then the dashboard turned completely black along with the radio screen. When the dashboard went black, I tried to stop by hitting the brakes to pull over. The brake pedal went all the
- • When the vehicle is in reverse and you are backing the emergency brake suddenly comes on practically giving you whiplash. This happens randomly and without any obstruction or reason for the emergency brake to come on. It has happened many times. This morning it slammed the emergency brake on 4 t
- • This 2024 GMC Acadia will not back up safely on a rainy day. when moving backward, when it raining the emergency braking continually engage, approximately every two feet. I took it to GM dealer service center, it did the same with them. However, they can't correct the problem and GM does not have
“I was driving and making a left turn at a traffic light when all of a sudden, every light lit up on my dashboard. Then the dashboard turned completely black along with the radio screen. When the dashboard went black, I tried to stop by hitting the brakes to pull over. The brake pedal went all the”
— NHTSA complaint filing
DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS
13 complaints- • 2024 brand new Acadia Denali trim with 1k miles was brought in to the dealership because of 'popping' and 'grinding' noise when turning, most loudest when turning to and from the right. It was also very much felt on the steering wheel. Dealer took apart the front right strut assembly and said that
- • while backing out of my driveway the auto braking went off 3 times and there is nothing behind me. i took the vehicle to the dealer and they just put all emergency braking systems on alert. my sales person took a gmc acadia up north and the same thing happened to her.
- • while backing out of my driveway the auto braking went off 3 times and there is nothing behind me. i took the vehicle to the dealer and they just put all emergency braking systems on alert. my sales person took a gmc acadia up north and the same thing happened to her.
“2024 brand new Acadia Denali trim with 1k miles was brought in to the dealership because of 'popping' and 'grinding' noise when turning, most loudest when turning to and from the right. It was also very much felt on the steering wheel. Dealer took apart the front right strut assembly and said that ”
— NHTSA complaint filing
ENGINE
9 complaints- • My vehicle is 3 months old with 4650 miles. I was driving on the turnpike and without notice a warning on the dash advised that there was no oil pressure and to pull over. I had the vehicle towed to a dealer out of state since we were 3 hours from home. The dealer called today to advised the car nee
- • The Vehicles engine siezed at 6,400 miles leaving us stranded on the side of the freeway for 3 hours and GMC is trying to PIN the blame elsewhere. Car has been in the shop for 3 weeks and they are unsure if it will be covered by warranty. The only thing done to the car was an oil change performed at
- • While 2 hours from home driving down the interstate with a full vehicle, the vehicle alarmed and the screen notified "No Oil Pressure, Turn Car Off Now". I pulled over immediately and we had to sit on the edge of the interstate for 45 minutes - a safety hazard for us and the surrounding traffic. The
“My vehicle is 3 months old with 4650 miles. I was driving on the turnpike and without notice a warning on the dash advised that there was no oil pressure and to pull over. I had the vehicle towed to a dealer out of state since we were 3 hours from home. The dealer called today to advised the car nee”
— NHTSA complaint filing
ELECTRICAL
8 complaints- • I was driving and making a left turn at a traffic light when all of a sudden, every light lit up on my dashboard. Then the dashboard turned completely black along with the radio screen. When the dashboard went black, I tried to stop by hitting the brakes to pull over. The brake pedal went all the
- • I bought a brand new GMC Acadia at Thompson GMC in Raleigh NC. From day 1 I have been having a issue with the tire pressure sensors disconnecting from the system. Thompson GMC was giving me attitude for bringing it back so many times so I brought it to Leith GMC in Wendell NC for diagnoses. Both sho
- • This 2024 GMC Acadia will not back up safely on a rainy day. when moving backward, when it raining the emergency braking continually engage, approximately every two feet. I took it to GM dealer service center, it did the same with them. However, they can't correct the problem and GM does not have
“I was driving and making a left turn at a traffic light when all of a sudden, every light lit up on my dashboard. Then the dashboard turned completely black along with the radio screen. When the dashboard went black, I tried to stop by hitting the brakes to pull over. The brake pedal went all the”
— NHTSA complaint filing
TRANSMISSION
7 complaints- • On our drive home from Colorado back to Wyoming. Our 2024 GMC Acadia AT4 had 3,076 miles on the SUV. No problems leading up to this point. Has we crossed the Wyoming boarder emergency light comes off shut vehicle off immediately. Oil pressure low. I pulled over on the side of the road called OnStar
- • The contact owns a 2024 GMC Acadia. The contact stated there was an abnormal squeaking sound coming from the vehicle while depressing the brake pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the brake pads were replaced; however, the failure returned several day
- • Leaking transmission fluid- transmission fluid all over the underbody of my car. No reason to be leaking. Can’t find where it’s coming from. Every time I park than move to leave there is a puddle of transmission fluid.
“On our drive home from Colorado back to Wyoming. Our 2024 GMC Acadia AT4 had 3,076 miles on the SUV. No problems leading up to this point. Has we crossed the Wyoming boarder emergency light comes off shut vehicle off immediately. Oil pressure low. I pulled over on the side of the road called OnStar ”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 79 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐BRAKES: I was driving and making a left turn at a traffic light when all of a sudden, every light lit up on my dashboard. Then the dashboard turned completely black along with the radio screen. When the dashboard went black, I tried to stop by hitting the brakes to pull over. The brake pedal went all the
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: 2024 brand new Acadia Denali trim with 1k miles was brought in to the dealership because of 'popping' and 'grinding' noise when turning, most loudest when turning to and from the right. It was also very much felt on the steering wheel. Dealer took apart the front right strut assembly and said that
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ENGINE: My vehicle is 3 months old with 4650 miles. I was driving on the turnpike and without notice a warning on the dash advised that there was no oil pressure and to pull over. I had the vehicle towed to a dealer out of state since we were 3 hours from home. The dealer called today to advised the car nee
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRICAL: I was driving and making a left turn at a traffic light when all of a sudden, every light lit up on my dashboard. Then the dashboard turned completely black along with the radio screen. When the dashboard went black, I tried to stop by hitting the brakes to pull over. The brake pedal went all the
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Gmc ACADIA — Year Comparison
How does 2024 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 79
- Recalls
- 0
- Fire reports
- 0
- Crash reports
- 0
- Injury reports
- 0
- Segment avg
- 80
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