Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems of the 2007 GMC Acadia

2007 GMC Acadia had a problem with the power steering gear assembly. The dealer stated even though there was a rubbing sound, the power steering gear assembly had not failed and the vehicle was still drivable.

2007 GMC Acadia with several serious safety issues. She states that the vehicle has had these problems: a large puddle of oil under the vehicle, windshield wipers stopped working, battery died and side curtain airbags deployed while driving. The dealer told the consumer the front shaft seal needed to be replaced to correct the leak from the transmission. They also stated there was a drain on the system that caused the battery to fail. The consumer took the vehicle back to the dealer where they upgraded the transmission, which had to be done twice. The power steering made a loud noise, the consumer stated it sounded as if the pump was about seize and then the steering becomes hard. The vehicle rolled backwards while in drive on a slight incline. Updated 04/10/08.