One problem related to front driver side air bag inflator has been reported for the 2008 GMC Acadia. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 GMC Acadia based on all problems reported for the 2008 Acadia.
The contact owns a 2008 GMC Acadia. While driving at an unknown speed, the air bag indicator illuminated. The contact called an auto repair shop and was advised to bring them the vehicle. She took the vehicle to the shop, but the indicator was no longer illuminated. As a result, no error code could be found and nothing could be done. When she returned to the repair shop, the indicator was illuminated. The mechanic adjusted a component after inspecting the inflator module and seats, which both appeared to be okay. However, when the contact started the vehicle, the air bag indicator illuminated again. The repair shop was notified and they ordered the parts for the repair, but did not know when the parts would be available. The repair shop could not guarantee maximum protection with the side air bags in the event of a crash. While waiting for the parts to be shipped, the contact was provided with a rental vehicle for one day. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The current mileage was 12,304 and failure mileage was approximately 10,000.