2017 GMC Acadia Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Acadia years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 20 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4–5 out of 5 stars (varies by version)
Owners have filed 705 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 GMC Acadia. That ranks 2nd out of 20 Acadia model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (236 complaints, 33%), typically at around 36,000 miles. Complaints mention 10 crashes, 2 fires, 15 injuries. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 705owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 10complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2017 GMC Acadia problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train problems | 236 | 33% | 36,000 | “shift park” (63%) | $630 |
| Electrical System problems | 193 | 27% | 34,504 | “shift park” (52%) | — |
| Unknown or Other | 167 | 24% | 33,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags problems | 76 | 11% | 42,500 | “air bags contacted” (42%) | — |
| Engine problems | 62 | 9% | 38,538 | “shift park” (24%) | — |
| Steering | 34 | 5% | 15,885 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 33 | 5% | 35,596 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 25 | 4% | 3,000 | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 17 | 2% | 47,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 13 | 2% | 33,000 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 13 | 2% | 71,795 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 13 | 2% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 2% | 17,381 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 1% | 20,600 | — | — |
| Suspension | 8 | 1% | 21,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 7 | 1% | 25,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 6 | 1% | 125 | — | — |
| Tires | 6 | 1% | 101,000 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 4 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 1% | 69,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 4 | 1% | 353 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 0% | 34,019 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 0% | 92,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 0% | 49,500 | — | — |
| Child Seat | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 0% | 150,000 | — | — |
| Tether, Lower Anchor (on Car Seat or Vehicle) | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 0% | 58,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2017 GMC Acadia recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
Problem: 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.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232404980.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Problem: 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. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.
Risk: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.
Power train:driveline:driveshaft
Problem: 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.
Risk: If the front right intermediate drive shaft assembly separates while driving, the vehicle will lose propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. If the assembly separates while parked on a grade, without the park brake engaged, the vehicle may move unintentionally, increasing the risk of a vehicle roll-away.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right front intermediate drive shaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17329.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Problem: 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. The front brake calipers may have a torn or misaligned caliper piston seal which may allow brake fluid to leak.
Risk: If there is a brake fluid leak, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 16096.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Steering assist warning. Thermostat and temp control sensor changed twice in 2 years.
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to shift into gear after parking in the McDonald's drive thru. The vehicle was shifted into gear and resumed normal operations after an extended period. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and the contact was…
Bad thermostat causing power steering to go out and lose AC.
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. This has left me stranded in my vehicle and not able to turn it off and leave the…
My Acadia went into limp Mode displaying low power mode on the screen and wouldnât start for a couple days after. Lights started illuminating on the dash as abs, traction control, and stanilitrack, then check engine light came on and my gmc app displayed code p2138. I have had since low power and…
Other GMC Acadia years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Acadia | 9 | 1 |
| 2025 Acadia | 67 | 0 |
| 2024 Acadia | 61 | 0 |
| 2023 Acadia | 46 | 4 |
| 2022 Acadia | 49 | 3 |
| 2021 Acadia | 152 | 2 |
| 2020 Acadia | 106 | 6 |
| 2019 Acadia | 387 | 2 |
| 2018 Acadia | 396 | 2 |
| 2017 | 705 | 4 |
| 2016 Acadia | 236 | 4 |
| 2015 Acadia | 243 | 4 |
| 2014 Acadia | 463 | 6 |
| 2013 Acadia | 135 | 3 |
| 2012 Acadia | 296 | 5 |
| 2011 Acadia | 269 | 5 |
| 2010 Acadia | 343 | 4 |
| 2009 Acadia | 331 | 7 |
| 2008 Acadia | 854 | 5 |
| 2007 Acadia | 428 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 GMC Acadia?
Owners most often report power train, electrical system, unknown or other problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 236 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2017 GMC Acadia?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2017 GMC Acadia a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Acadia model years, the 2017 has far more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 4–5 out of 5 stars (varies by version) overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.