Used GMC Acadia: Inspection checklist
Pick the model year you are going to see. Each sheet lists the checks for the problems owners reported on that year, in the order you would do them at the car. Owners filed 770 complaints across these 7 years; the 2018 drew the most.
Choose a model year
2025
Most reported: brakes
51 complaints0 recallsOpen checklist
2024
Most reported: brakes
51 complaints0 recallsOpen checklist
2023
Fewest complaintsMost reported: electrical
37 complaints4 recallsOpen checklist
2022
Most reported: electrical
44 complaints3 recallsOpen checklist
2021
Most reported: electrical
134 complaints2 recallsOpen checklist
2020
Most reported: electrical
84 complaints6 recallsOpen checklist
2018
Most complaintsMost reported: transmission
369 complaints2 recallsOpen checklist
Problems that follow the Acadia from year to year
Each of these is a top-three complaint area in at least two model years. Darker cells mean more complaints that year. Whatever year you are looking at, give these extra time.
| Area | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 148 | 17 | 14 | 3 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 200 |
| Electrical | 67 | 17 | 27 | 10 | 8 | 7 | 3 | 139 |
| Steering | 20 | 12 | 13 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 55 | |
| Brakes | 12 | 3 | 13 | 2 | 16 | 24 | 70 | |
| Engine | 6 | 5 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 37 | |
| Fuel system | 4 | 19 | 4 | 27 |
Acadia generations and updates
First years of a new generation and mid-cycle updates are marked. Each year links to its checklist.
Second generation
2017–2023
2020 update: New exterior styling; Revised infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; New alloy wheel options; Introduction of AT4 trim
2021 update: Wireless functionality for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto added
2022 update: 2.5 LCV I4 engine discontinued, new turbocharged 2.0L LSY engine became standard; SL trim level dropped
Mileages where Acadia problems start
From owner reports for each model year, lowest mileage first. Compare these with the odometer of the car you are seeing.
| Typical mileage | Problem | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 69–1,150 miles | Brake warnings soon after delivery | 2025 |
| 3,076–6,400 miles | Oil pressure loss, engine seizure | 2024 |
| 3,741–16,000 miles | Airbag warning light | 2021 |
| 4,500–8,000 miles | Brake master cylinder failure | 2025 |
| 6,500–18,000 miles | Brake squeal and early pad wear | 2024 |
| 8,073–48,199 miles | Fuel pump module stalling | 2021 |
| 8,900–9,000 miles | Transmission slipping, lost power | 2021 |
| 11,000–19,000 miles | Vibration at highway speeds | 2023 |
| 12,000–48,000 miles | Shift to Park warning begins | 2018 |
| 47,500–99,684 miles | Shift to Park fault returns after repair | 2018 |
| 64,000–76,278 miles | Thermostat and cooling repairs | 2021 |
| 74,000–80,000 miles | Complete transmission failure | 2020 |
Every Acadia recall to confirm
16 recalls cover the Acadiayears on this site. Open a campaign number for NHTSA's full notice. 1 campaign spans more than one model year.
