Is the GMC Acadia Reliable?
2007–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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GMC Acadia Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 9 | 6 | — | 73 | Good |
| 2025 | 0 | 60 | 1 | — | 71 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 34 | — | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 1 | 35 | 6 | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 2 | 40 | 6 | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 1 | 119 | 5 | — | 78 | Good |
| 2020 | 4 | 88 | — | — | 77 | Good |
| 2019 | 2 | 252 | 2 | — | 75 | Good |
| 2018 | 2 | 273 | 29 | — | 62 | Fair |
| 2017 | 3 | 468 | 14 | — | 62 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Acadia Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Acadia scores 6 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known GMC Acadia Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1378 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GMC Acadia reliable?+
The GMC Acadia scores 74/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 16 recall campaigns and 1378 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Acadia is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 Acadia achieved the highest reliability score of 84/100 with 1 recall and 35 complaints.
How many miles does a Acadia last?+
With consistent maintenance, most GMC Acadia owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Acadia will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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