Check Engine Light On problems of the 2010 GMC Acadia

My check engine light was on so I took it to my mechanic because I need an inspection sticker. Found out today after I took it to a GMC dealer that I now need to replace my timing chain. I've only owned the car a year and a half. I bought an extended power train warranty but doubt its covered. This should be covered by the recall, it seems to be an issue for more than just me.

Check engine light came on. Took it to check the codes and mechanic says that my timing chain in stretched. There is only 114,xxx miles on it. It's going to cost a lot to get it fixed.

I own a 2010 GMC Acadia. The code that was being thrown was p0008. I had to have the chains and actuators replaced in the engine. After paying for that the check engine light is back on again, so the vehicle is back at the shop again. There is a service bulletin out for 2007-2012 however, the extended warranty is only for 2007-2009. This is a known issue that GMC needs to take care of. Seems to me that the lemon law may apply as I am seeing more and more people having this same issue. Maybe we should contact an attorney to get GMC to take care of this issue.

Check engine light is on. Vehicle is showing a p0008 code with 92,000 miles this is a crankshaft misalignment that I was told means the timing chain will need to be replaced. This is apparently a widespread issue amongst GMC Acadia owners.

Timing chain needed replacement due to stretch and check engine light at 137,882 which cost $2,049. This issue was covered under special warranty for 2007-2009 model years, but the 2010 is not covered. My understanding of GMC's fix is that nothing changed with the timing chain and the oil system life was lowered as to when an oil change was recommended by the vehicle (more frequent oil changes). I have completed all scheduled oil changes based on the automated prompt from the vehicle and still had to complete this costly repair out of pocket. I would like to see this known issue also covered by the special warranty on newer vehicles and be reimbursed for my expenses.

Timing chains stretch. Very common issue on this and other gm vehicles with 3. 6l engine. Just purchased my vehicle and it's at the dealer for a $2600 repaor on this problem. Can happen at any mileage and without warning other than check engine light. Timing chains stretch causing engine to be out of sync and eventually engine damage/failure while driving. Minimum cost of repair is $2500+ as engine has to be removed to do the repair. Gm has knowledge of the problem and even issued extended special warranties to cover the problem on 2007-2009 models only even though 2010 and newer models have same problem with same engine. Any internet search will yield hundreds of other owners with same issue.

I'm filing a complaint about my model year 2010 GMC Acadia. My check engine light has come on at 96,000. The code is p0008. This code points to the timing chain. This is a known issue with GMC Acadia's and is the same issue that caused GMC to extend their powertrain warranty on 2009 model Acadia's to 120,000 mile or 10 years. GMC is not offering to extend my warranty to 120,000 miles or 10 years even though I'm experiencing the same problem that caused them to extend 2009 model cars. My car was manufactured in oct 2009.

Check engine light came on and I took the vehicle to the local dealership. The service representative informed me this was a stretched timing chain issue - a common issue with GMC Acadias. Upon searching the internet for error code p0008 it pulls up loads of information regarding the Acadia timing chain issue. In fact, model years 2007 through 2009 had an extended warranty issued for them up to 120,000 miles for this exact same issue. My vehicle is a 2010 and is experiencing the same issue that was recalled, and my vehicle was most likely manufactured during the time they were experiencing timing chain issues. My timing chain failed at only 71,000 miles, well below the recommended timeline. I called GMC to file a claim and see if they would cover this under some warranty. I was told by the representative that they were aware of these problems but since I purchased the vehicle used, there was nothing they would do for me. I have performed all maintenance on the vehicle at the recommended intervals and still experienced a failure. This was an extremely expensive fix that was unacceptable since it should not have happened in the first place. GMC should stand by their products when they are aware of issues like this.

Check engine light: timing chains stretched. Check engine light came on. I took the vehicle to the local dealership where I have service performed. The service representative informed me this was a stretched timing chain issue - a common issue with GMC Acadias. I was informed that if/when it "breaks", I can lose power to the vehicle while driving. I asked another repair center for a second opinion and while informing the service technician of having a timing chain problem on my vehicle (without providing make/model of vehicle), the service technician guessed that I had a GMC Acadia as this was a common problem with them. I checked my warranties as I currently have 103,000 miles. None of my active warranties cover it. I called GMC directly and was informed by the customer service representative that they are aware this is an issue but it has not reached a level to which GMC will extend any type of special coverage for vehicles when this fails. Since this is an extremely expensive fix, I am stuck with deciding if I should go in debt fixing a 6 year old vehicle or risking it and driving it until it fails, potentially leaving myself at risk for an accident. This is ridiculous that it is a common issue that was addressed in 2007 and 2009 models but hasn't been addressed yet for the 2010 model.

Having the same check engine light/timing chain stretch issue. After researching I found that these models oil change cycle were to be set at 3000 miles. I also know that this is an issue on models through at least 2012 but gm still has not issued a recall on these models.

2010 GMC Acadia possible timing chain stretch issue. Purchased vehicle used 2 yrs ago now have 96k miles on it. Yesterday car wouldn't start after being drive 10 minutes earlier. Pulled codes and all pointed to the 1,3, and 5 cylinder ignition issue. Cleared codes and seemed to be fine, drove 20 miles with deep resonate sound at cruise that went away when accelerating and decelerating. Drive back home sound remained the same and check engine light came back on. Pulled codes once again and different set came up with p0008, p0016, and p0017 signifying timing issues which makes me believe timing chain stretch. I think I might be in for an expensive fix but most I want this reported to manufacturer to maybe be the last straw to include my year vehicle recall. Any info would be appreciated.

Having the same check engine light/timing chain stretch issue. After researching I found that these models oil change cycle were to be set at 3000 miles. Ours has been 5000 miles since we bought it brand new in March 2010. I also know that this is an issue on models through at least 2012 but gm still has not extended the warranty to the same 10 years/120,000 miles as the 2007-2009 models. Our Acadia has only 87,000 miles. This is a $3000 fix for an issue that gm knows is a problem.

While driving the check engine light came on. The dealership read the code and diagnosed that the timing chains needed to be replaced. Unsafe condition that can cause the engine to stop running while being driven at highway speeds. My research showed gm extended warranty and covers costs for timing chain replacement on the 3. 6 engines for the 2007-2009 model years, but not the 2010. The problem with the 2007-2009 models were the car's computer alerting the engine oil needed to be changed too late and dirty oil was restricted from going to lubricate the timing chains and resulted in the timing chains stretching and wearing prematurely. I have contacted gm and they will not provide any coverage for the 2010 models. Same problem in the 2007-2009 models is covered.

2010 GMC Acadia with check engine light indicating a timing chain problem. Recall exists from GMC for this problem for earlier model years but does not include 2010 models. The repair requires the engine and transmission to be pulled from the vehicle and extensive disassembly. Repair cost is over $3,000. Numerous reports of this defect have been reported and GMC refuses to expand it's recall warranty to include 2010 models.

The contact owns a 2010 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at 70 mph, the engine stalled as the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart. The failure occurred twice. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but the failure was unable to be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000.

Took the car in to have check engine light diagnoised. Dealer advised that the timing chain needs replacement. Estimate is $3300+ gm knows about the problems with timing chains in the 07-09 Acadias, and have provided assistance to owners of those vehicles. It's clear to me they haven't got the problems solved yet. 2010 Acadia 111,000 km (69,000 mi) synthetic oil changed @ 10,000 km intervals.

Check engine light came on. Took it to dealer and was told the error code indicated the timing chain tension was loose. Dealer said they would have to remove the engine to repair the timing chain. I was told by the dealer that this was a common problem with this engine and that all of the cars built in 2007, 2008, and 2009 were recalled and the warranty was extended to cover this problem. They said that the problem was resolved and the problem no longer affects this engine. It seems that the problem has not been fixed because the same problem has happened to my 2010 GMC Acadia. The dealer agreed that this is the same problem but GMC will not cover the repair on this vehicle. I have reached out to general motors customer care department but they will not help with this issue. I was told that they changed suppliers and the timing chain problem is no longer a problem. Well it sure seems like it still is a problem. I have a friend that has the same vehicle same year and his check engine light is on. I asked him to have it checked and he has the same problem. I can give you the owners name and VIN if needed to verify. I have changed the oil at the recommended intervals and have receipts for all maintenance. I found this information for reference " the NHTSA and gm reference numbers for the TSB- NHTSA reference- 10043857 TSB reference- sb-11340.

The contact owns a 2010 GMC Acadia. While driving at an unknown speed, the check engine light illuminated. The contact also stated that the rpm would not operate properly and the vehicle stalled more than once. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the timing chain was loose and the cam sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 105,000.

Check engine light came on. Dealer says timing chain is bad and could be related to not properly changing oil. Car was purchased brand new with 22 miles from GMC dealer. Oil was changed regularly in accordance with percentage level given from computer in car.

The contact owns a 2010 GMC Acadia. The contact was driving 70 mph and the vehicle started sputtering as if the vehicle was out of gasoline and then it stalled. There was gasoline in the fuel tank at the time of the failure. The check engine light came on before the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and after three days, the contact was told that there was an engine failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 9,000.