repaired · 2025 Q3
Visibility: windshield
Risk. A windshield that is not properly bonded may detach during a crash and increase the risk of injury.
2023 GMC AcadiaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 50 owner complaints about the 2023 GMC Acadia, most often about the engine. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-708 the manufacturer reports only 88% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 29, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 GMC Acadia has problems
50 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
14Engine2 crash/fire/injury
13Power train
10Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
4Steering
3Fuel/propulsion system
2Visibility/wiper
2Back over prevention
2Forward collision avoidance
2Seat belts
1511 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 14 | 2 |
| Power train | 13 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 10 | 1 |
| Steering | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 1 |
| 11 other systems | 15 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2023 GMC Acadia recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. A half-shaft disengaging from the transmission can result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Driveline: driveshaft
Risk. Separation between the half-shaft and transmission can result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Other: labels
Risk. Illegible tire size information may result in the wrong tires being installed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with GMC.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other Acadia year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Acadia median. How we score
'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2023 GMC Acadia safety ratings
2023 GMC Acadia SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (15.1% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional
- Lane departure warning: Standard & Optional
In owners' words
What Acadia owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
On XXX my Acadia started flashing dash lights and messages and had significantly reduced engine power and power steering. This caused it to come near to a stop in the middle of the [XXX] eastbound span. There is no area to pull over so I limped the car the rest of the way at 20 mph with hazards on.…
The contact owns a 2023 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while reversing out of the driveway at 2-3 MPH, the brake pedal became firm for 3–5 seconds. The contact was able to depress the brake pedal after several attempts. The messages “Low Engine Power” and "Service ESC" were momentarily…
Vehicle would not run due to a failed fuel pump control module. With a non-running engine, the transmission could NOT be placed into Neutral to be able to movie vehicle out of the road. Needed tow truck to move vehicle. This condition placed many people at risk as the vehicle could not be moved out…
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