This page covers 4 recalls, 685 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2017 GMC Acadia.
20–23 mpg combined
10.2–11.8 L/100km
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Powertrain complaints dominate the 2017 GMC Acadia, with owners frequently reporting transmission and shifting issues, most commonly a "shift to park" warning that appears while the vehicle is already in park, along with related battery drain problems some owners say can occur even at low mileage. The electrical system draws the second-highest complaint volume, with owners describing corrosion in wiring, particularly under the bumper area, that can cascade into multiple failures including blind-spot detection, traction control, and no-start conditions. A recurring steering complaint involves a "steering assist reduced" warning that appears intermittently and in some cases accompanies additional warning lights or instrument cluster irregularities. Airbag complaints rank third, with a subset of owners reporting that the same corroded wiring affecting other systems also disrupts side airbag detection.
685
Total Complaints
9
Crash-Related
2
Fire-Related
9
With Injuries
By System
The 2017 GMC Acadia has 4 recalls, the most serious being a driver's airbag inflator that can explode during deployment and send metal fragments into the cabin, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
Two recalls involve drivetrain and fuel risks. The right front intermediate driveshaft can fracture and separate while driving, cutting power to the wheels and raising the risk of a crash. The high-pressure fuel pump can detach from its mounting and damage the fuel line, creating a fuel leak that raises the risk of fire. On the brake side, certain vehicles built within a narrow production window have front brake calipers with a faulty piston seal that can leak brake fluid, reducing stopping power.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver's air bag inflator may explode when the air bag deploys due to a manufacturing defect.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module at no cost to you.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The high pressure fuel pump can separate from its mounting flange, potentially damaging the high pressure fuel line.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump and fuel pipe at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The right front intermediate driveshaft can fracture and separate during driving, potentially losing power to the wheels.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the right front intermediate driveshaft assembly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front brake caliper piston seal may tear or misalign, allowing brake fluid to leak from the brake system.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the front brake calipers and replace the caliper assemblies if needed, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
