2017 GMC Acadia
This year had more than double the complaints 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 | 854 |
| 2009 | 331 |
| 2010 | 343 |
| 2011 | 269 |
| 2012 | 296 |
| 2013 | 135 |
| 2014 | 461 |
| 2015 | 243 |
| 2016 | 235 |
| 2017 | 702 |
| 2018 | 390 |
| 2019 | 381 |
| 2020 | 99 |
| 2021 | 147 |
| 2022 | 48 |
| 2023 | 42 |
| 2024 | 55 |
| 2025 | 62 |
| 2026 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
34% of complaints: power train — 236 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing floor shift and driveshaft.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Acadia.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260709
FRONT RIGHT DRIVESHAFT SEPARATED WHILE DRIVING CAUSING A PULL TO THE RIGHT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180517
My Shift To Park senor come on often and wouldn't let me turn the vehicle off. I have taken to dealership for repair. Long wait and because parts are back ordered due to numerous vehicles having this same problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260827
28% of complaints: electrical system — 194 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing horn.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 GMC ACADIA. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, SMOKE AND SPARKS SUDDENLY APPEARED FROM THE VENTS INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND CALLED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171128
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 GMC ACADIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HORN TOOK EXCESSIVE FORCE IN ORDER TO OPERATE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170309
My Acadia went into limp Mode displaying low power mode on the screen and wouldnât start for a couple days after.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260720
Also filed under ENGINE and VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
11% of complaints: air bags — 76 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while parked at her work, she had attempted to start the vehicle and was unable.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260317
Also filed under FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
9% of complaints: engine — 61 distinct reports on file.
FIRE5% of complaints: service brakes — 37 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
THE VEHICLES BRAKES BECAME DEFECTIVE AND STOPPED WORKING WHICH CAUSED AN ACCIDENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180407
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2017 Cadillac XT5 vehicles manufactured April 16, 2016, to May 9, 2016, and 2017 GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured April 19, 2016, to April 22, 2016.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake calipers, replacing the brake caliper assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2016.
Campaign 16V802000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 17V516000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 18V358000 — 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
2017 GMC Acadia — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (236 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (194 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (76 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V802000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V516000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V358000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V334000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2017 GMC Acadia reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 GMC Acadia is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 GMC Acadia?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 GMC Acadia have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.