2024 GMC Acadia problems, complaints & recalls
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
Owners have filed 61 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 GMC Acadia, most often about brakes. There are 0 recalls for this model year.
- Complaints
- 61
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 2
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Median mileage
- 7,000 mi at time of problem
Key facts
- Brakes is the most-reported problem area, named in 25 of 61 complaints (41%).
- Driver Assistance & Safety Tech (14) and engine (10) follow.
- Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 7,000 mi.
- Owners reported 2 crashes, 0 fires and 1 injury.
- NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation covering this vehicle.
- It ranks 16th of 20 GMC Acadia model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
- That is 36% more complaints than the 2023 model year (45).
2024 GMC Acadia problems by category
- Brakes · 2 crashes25 complaints
- Driver Assistance & Safety Tech14 complaints
- Engine10 complaints
- Electrical System8 complaints
- Transmission & Drivetrain7 complaints
- Lighting6 complaints
- Seats & Seat Belts4 complaints
- Wheels & Tires2 complaints
- Body & Structure2 complaints
- Other / Unknown2 complaints
- Acceleration & Cruise Control2 complaints
- Suspension1 complaints
- Steering1 complaints
- Airbags1 complaints
A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.
Most-reported components
| Component (as filed with NHTSA) | Complaints |
|---|---|
| Service brakes | 23 |
| Engine | 10 |
| Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking | 9 |
| Power train | 7 |
| Electrical system | 7 |
| Exterior lighting | 5 |
| Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control | 3 |
| Seats | 3 |
When problems happen (mileage)
2024 GMC Acadia recalls (0)
No recalls on file.
NHTSA defect investigations
- EA26006Opened Aug 21, 2026Open
Electronic Brake Module Component Failure
On April 11, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE24011 after receiving complaints concerning a loss of brake assist in 2023 MY Cadillac Lyriq vehicles. These complaints allege a hard brake pedal, followed by a “Brake System Failure” message at start up or while driving. GM shared records regarding several internal investigations for loss of brake assist due to alleged spindle fractures in the eBoost system. GM has stated that in the event of a spindle fracture, anti-lock brakes (ABS), stability control, and traction control remain functional until th…
Recent 2024 GMC Acadia complaints
Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
- Filed Sep 28, 2026PALighting
On September 26th, 2026 I got a random notification about needing to get my rear left turn signal checked out as it still functions but blinks rapidly. Today, September 28th, 2026, I visited my local dealership for the issue and was informed that they had received a bulletin regarding the concern but that instead of covering the defect tied to a "software anomaly", I was told it would be around $600 to replace. I feel this is a strong enough safety issue that should be…
NHTSA complaint #11767507 · source - Filed Sep 24, 2026MOBody & Structure
Well, let’s try this again. The first try disappeared. The rear hatch seal on the vehicle has identical spots on both sides of the hatch that are mashed flat. I think this is being caused by the flat spots on the hatch itself. The vehicle is a total body and engine redesign. The flat spots allow for dust intrusion into the cabin all the way to the front of the cabin. We live on a gravel road, so we can see the intrusion, albeit it took a while to figure out where it was…
NHTSA complaint #11766577 · source - Filed Sep 22, 2026OKDriver Assistance & Safety TechEngine
Today, on [XXX] outside of Sapulpa Oklahoma, while in the inside lane of three southbound lanes, cruise control on at 80mph. The car suddenly reduced power, air conditioning stopped, assisted power brakes stopped working, gauge cluster full of flashing warnings. Pulled to the right shoulder, stopped with difficulty. Had to pump and stand on brakes to get stopped. Shut off engine, then restated and everything stated working again. Scary situation in heavy traffic. Lucky to be…
NHTSA complaint #11766232 · source - Filed Sep 17, 2026ALCrashTowedBrakes
When backing into my driveway the brakes failed. I was nosing the car across the street towards the neighbors driveway so I could put the car in reverse and back it into the driveway. I applied the brakes while traveling at about 3-4mph when the brakes had little resistance and went straight to the floor and the vehicle continued moving forward. Attempted to apply brakes again and the same result. Ended up hitting the neighbors parked car in their driveway. Luckily it was a…
NHTSA complaint #11765053 · source - Filed Sep 17, 2026ALCrashTowedBrakes
When backing into my driveway the brakes failed. I was nosing the car across the street towards the neighbors driveway so I could put the car in reverse and back it into the driveway. I applied the brakes while traveling at about 3-4mph when the brakes had little resistance and went straight to the floor and the vehicle continued moving forward. Attempted to apply brakes again and the same result. Ended up hitting the neighbors parked car in their driveway. Luckily it was a…
NHTSA complaint #11765052 · source - Filed Sep 17, 202647,000 miIL1 injuredSteering
The contact owns a 2024 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that after an oil change, while starting the vehicle, the steering wheel became inoperable. The contact became aware that the top of the steering wheel was cracked and had popped out of place. The contact stated that while driving, the failure caused a cut on the hand. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the failure was confirmed. The contact was informed that the steering wheel needed to be replaced. The dealer…
NHTSA complaint #11764946 · source - Filed Jul 13, 2026ILSeats & Seat Belts
2024 GMC Acadia grounded at dealership for 3+ weeks due to unavailable driver seat belt buckle (Part 26522477), rendering a brand-new vehicle legally un-driveable due to primary restraint part constraints. The buckle will not latch, causing the seat belt to be rendered inoperable. The problem was reproduced by the dealership, and the replacement part is backordered.
NHTSA complaint #11750108 · source - Filed Jun 22, 2026TXBrakes
At low speeds the brakes squeal horrendously. We have taken the vehicle to the dealer multiple times and each time they state that the brakes are fine. A vehicle with this low of miles should not have squealing brakes since new.
NHTSA complaint #11745606 · source
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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 10, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology