CarRecallWatchThe 2008 GMC Acadia has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 854 complaints with NHTSA, including 22 crashes, 13 fires, 38 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (280 reports).
2008 GMC Acadia recalls
Open liftgate can fall suddenly and strike someone
Certain 2007-2012 GM crossovers with a power liftgate have gas struts that can wear out prematurely.
Most common 2008 GMC Acadia problems
Problem areas named in the 854 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 280 |
| Electrical System | 154 |
| Air Bags | 150 |
| Steering | 135 |
| Engine | 124 |
| Structure | 87 |
| Unknown Or Other | 63 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 57 |
| Exterior Lighting | 47 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 36 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2008 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driverâs side air bags deployed; however, the vehicle was not involved in a crash. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact attempted to start the vehicle and the starter was inoperable. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle remained at the residence, and the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
Lifegate wont open all the way airbag light is on and truck shimmering when I drive it
The car would not shift causing me to pull over on the side of a highway to restart the car this happened 5 times in a row b4 the car would shift into proper gear
Lift gate closes by itself I have to put a pole to hold it up and it wonât hit me, it says the air bags needs to be serviced, stabilitrak keeps going off, ball bearing needs work. Radio wonât turn on no sound on air signals, the body chasis something popped while driving, the tracking control keeps turning off, the seats move while driving, catalytic converter are moving car only go 12 mpg.
The traction control turns on and then the shifts donât work and I canât drive since there is no speed also the rpm and the gas the speed and the battery gages start flickering up and down then I turn off the truck and it continues to work fine but after 40 miles or so it does it all again
2008 GMC Acadia questions
Does the 2008 GMC Acadia have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2008 GMC Acadia: Open liftgate can fall suddenly and strike someone; Air Bags:Side/Window; Electrical System; Electrical System; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Linkages. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 GMC Acadia?
Based on 854 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (280), Electrical System (154), Air Bags (150).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 GMC Acadia has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.