Steering Problems of GMC Acadia

GMC Acadia owners have reported 750 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 16 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (375 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's power steering pump (89 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Steering problems of GMC Acadia

The Steering problem

The contact owned a 2019 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at 20 mph and attempting to adjust the steering wheel, the steering column and the steering wheel detached and fell in the contact’s lap. No warning light was illuminated. A dealer was contacted.   Read details...

The Power Steering Pump problem

Power steering gives out at low speeds. Took it in and was told it�s a cracked power steering fluid pump. $2700. Car has 55,000 miles and has been maintained by dealership.   Read details...

The Power Steering Failed problem

Hello, with only 50,000 miles on my one owner GMC Acadia, the power steering system failed, leaving me stranded in the middle of the road (town street, however, still concerning as I could have been hit from the front or rear). Per independent mechanic this is a known problem that GMC is avoiding.   Read details...

The Steering Rack And Pinion problem

I have 2 ongoing issues, 1st is the car will be driving fine then get a check engine light and have a code for cylinder misfire. Car was at dealer multiple times with issue and could not duplicate while under extended warranty.   Read details...

The Power Steering Fluid problem

The contact owns a 2016 GMC Acadia. The contact indicated while driving at various speeds the vehicle had experienced random jerking and hesitation. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the engine control module was faulty.   Read details...




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