2016 GMC Acadia
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 428 |
| 2008 | 853 |
| 2009 | 330 |
| 2010 | 343 |
| 2011 | 269 |
| 2012 | 294 |
| 2013 | 132 |
| 2014 | 461 |
| 2015 | 242 |
| 2016 | 233 |
| 2017 | 695 |
| 2018 | 386 |
| 2019 | 370 |
| 2020 | 96 |
| 2021 | 144 |
| 2022 | 45 |
| 2023 | 38 |
| 2024 | 54 |
| 2025 | 58 |
| 2026 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
55% of complaints: air bags — 129 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I was in an accident and my AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. Filed claim with progressive insurance (claim # [XXX]) which they have declared the vehicle a TOTAL LOSS. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA ODI report, 20250607
The contact owned a 2016 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that when she had placed the vehicle in reverse (R), and was applying the accelerator pedal, all of the air bags deployed.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250529
I was in minor accident this past December. The airbag ruptured and cut up my face. I was extremely confused as to how this could happen and after doing a little research, I found out that the vehicle has an open recall for their air bags.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250211
10% of complaints: steering — 24 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
2016 SLE GMC ACADIA CENTER GEAR SHIFTING COMPONENT LEVEL DOES NOT INDICATE WHAT GEAR THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY IN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160711
10% of complaints: electrical system — 23 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
2016 SLE GMC ACADIA CENTER GEAR SHIFTING COMPONENT LEVEL DOES NOT INDICATE WHAT GEAR THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY IN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160711
MY WIFES VEHICLE WHICH IS OUR FAMILY VEHICLE HAS HAD SEVERAL REOCCURRING ISSUES. WE HAVE BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP SEVERAL TIMES AND HAVE NOT RESOLVED THE PROBLEM AS IT IS STILL ON GOING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180426
9% of complaints: power train — 20 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY5% of complaints: engine — 12 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, and Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured August 18, 2015 to September 24, 2015.
Remedy: GM has notified owners, and dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor cover assembly, free of charge. Owners are advised not to use their front windshield wipers until the wiper cover has been replaced.
Campaign 15V609000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, and Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured November 6, 2015, to November 12, 2015.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third row left side lower seat frame, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2016.
Campaign 15V833000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017 Buick Enclave, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011-2016 GMC Acadia vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, realign or replace the weld nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2021.
Campaign 21V246000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 23V334000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 GMC Acadia — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (129 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (24 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 15V609000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V833000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V246000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V334000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2016 GMC Acadia reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 GMC Acadia is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2016 GMC Acadia?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 GMC Acadia have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.