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2012 GMC Acadia: recalls and problems

5 recalls and 302 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is steering.

5recalls
302complaints
8crashes reported
2fires reported
17injuries reported

Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Steering45 · 15%
  • Structure44 · 15%
  • Unknown Or Other42 · 14%
  • Power Train41 · 14%
  • Electrical System39 · 13%
  • Engine36 · 12%
  • Air Bags29 · 10%
  • Fuel/Propulsion System23 · 8%
  • Exterior Lighting21 · 7%
  • Vehicle Speed Control10 · 3%

What owners report

Electrical System,Air Bags,Unknown Or Other

Hello so i notice 3 weeks ago my headlights keep cutting off and on then a week later my radio stopped working, the floor of the driver side is always wet after it rains. i noticed one day the rain started dripping on my feet when i drive after a big rain fall, i believe the car is not sealed properly and now water is coming out from the airbag signs in my vehicle and the car starting to smell like mildew. i think wa

Structure

The contact owns a 2012 gmc acadia. the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, after pressing the liftgate button the liftgate raised and crashed down independently after several seconds. no warning lights were illuminated. the contact researched and was made aware of an unknown recall; however, the vin was not included. the vehicle remained at the residence. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the

Power Train,Engine

The contact owns a 2012 gmc acadia. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to release from low gear while at a stop. the transmission was backed up. the engine light was illuminated. the local dealer was not contacted. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was contacted, who confirmed there were no recalls. the failure mileage was approximately 213,766.

Structure

The contact owns a 2012 gmc acadia. the contact stated that while reversing, the liftgate unexpectedly opened, even though the liftgate was properly closed. there was no warning light illuminated. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or a dealer. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 125,000.

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2012 GMC Acadia SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2012 GMC Acadia SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Acadia. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.