2024 GMC Acadia problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Among the better years
The 2024 GMC Acadia is among the quieter years of the Acadia on NHTSA's books: 79 complaints (77% below the model's median year), no recalls, and no open investigations.
Brakes leads the complaint categories with 23 reports (29% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.
79
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
5
NCAP overall · of 5 stars
How does 2024 compare to other Acadia years?
What are the most common 2024 GMC Acadia problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 23 | 29% | ▲ up |
| Driver Assistance | 15 | 19% | ▲ up |
| Engine | 9 | 11% | — flat |
| Electrical System | 8 | 10% | — flat |
| Transmission | 7 | 9% | ▼ down |
| Lighting | 5 | 6% | ▲ up |
| Seats | 3 | 4% | ▲ up |
| Other | 2 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 2 | 3% | ▲ up |
| Tires & Wheels | 2 | 3% | ▲ up |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | — flat |
| Airbags | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Body & Structure | 1 | 1% | — flat |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“Brake sensor warning pops up that says brake pads need to be serviced. Brake pads still have between 80-92% wear left according to the dealership. There is a TSB out for this issue (#N242471431) but GMC refuses to repair at no cost. States that even though my vehicle is within the parameters of the…”
“THE SUPER CRUISE RANDOMLY KICKS OUT SOMETIMES IN THE MIDDLE OF A LANE CHANGE AND HAS EVEN KICKED OUT GOING OVER A HILL AND SENT THE CAR INTO THE OTHER LANE OF ON COMING TRAFFIC ITS HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER 3 TIMES IN THE FIRST 3 MONTHS OF OWNERSHIP FOR A TOTAL OF 18 DAYS IN THE SHOP GM SAYS THERE IS…”
“Apparently many vehicles like mine and including mine have defective radiator hoses or a poor set up with routing causing issues with the hoses. They are developing cracks/leaks causing poor circulation in the cooling system as well as possible engine failure. In speaking to mechanics and reading…”
“The contact owns a 2024 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the instrument panel remained blank. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the contact was informed that the failure could not be duplicated, and no…”
“Leaking transmission fluid- transmission fluid all over the underbody of my car. No reason to be leaking. Canât find where itâs coming from. Every time I park than move to leave there is a puddle of transmission fluid.”
2024 GMC Acadia — common questions
Is the 2024 GMC Acadia reliable?
Its record is better than the model's norm: 79 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Acadia year, with 0 recalls and no open investigations.
What are the most common 2024 Acadia problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (23 complaints), driver assistance (15 complaints), engine (9 complaints).
Does the 2024 GMC Acadia have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2024 GMC Acadia.
Which GMC Acadia years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Acadia years to avoid are 2008, 2017, 2007, 2014, 2018, 2019. The cleanest record among Acadia years belongs to 2026.
How safe is the 2024 GMC Acadia?
In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2024 GMC Acadia earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.