2017 GMC Acadia Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2017 GMC Acadia has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 707 complaints with NHTSA, including 11 crashes, 2 fires, 20 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Power Train (237 reports).

4Recalls
707Owner complaints
11Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2017 GMC Acadia recalls

Driver Air Bag May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments at Occupants

Recall 23V334May 10, 2023995,085 vehicles affected

The driver's frontal air bag inflator can explode when the air bag deploys because of a manufacturing defect.

High-Pressure Fuel Pump Can Detach, Risking Fuel Leak and Fire

Recall 18V358May 31, 2018895 vehicles affected

The high-pressure fuel pump in these vehicles may detach from its mounting flange.

Driveshaft May Break and Cause Loss of Power or Roll-Away

Recall 17V516Aug 22, 20172,905 vehicles affected

The right front intermediate driveshaft may fracture and separate while the vehicle is being driven.

Front Brake Caliper Seal Can Leak Fluid, Reducing Braking

Recall 16V802Nov 4, 20161,844 vehicles affected

A front brake caliper seal on certain vehicles may be torn or misaligned, which can allow brake fluid to leak out.

Most common 2017 GMC Acadia problems

Problem areas named in the 707 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Power Train237
Electrical System194
Unknown Or Other167
Air Bags76
Engine62
Steering35
Service Brakes33
Exterior Lighting25
Lane Departure18
Forward Collision Avoidance13

What owners report

2026-10-28, Other/I Am Not Sure
The car seat hasn't failed but it was involved in an accident caused by a driver rear ending me. The seat is unusable and the insurance company is refusing to cover the cost of a replacement. They have told me to purchase a used one . The seat I have is 1 year old and has an expiration date of November 15, 2034. They claim car seats depreciate.
2026-10-24, Steering
Warning light "steering assist is reduced, drive with care" pops on, check engine light comes on, thermostat gauge does not work, full on coolant, cruise control does not work when this populates. Steering is different and does not feel safe.
2026-10-12, Engine
Steering assist warning. Thermostat and temp control sensor changed twice in 2 years.
2026-09-29, Power Train
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to shift into gear after parking in the McDonald's drive thru. The vehicle was shifted into gear and resumed normal operations after an extended period. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and the contact was informed that the vehicle operated as designed, and no repairs were needed. The failed had occurred in 2022, and the gear shifter and the drive shaft were replaced. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000.
2026-09-22, Steering
Bad thermostat causing power steering to go out and lose AC.

2017 GMC Acadia questions

Does the 2017 GMC Acadia have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 GMC Acadia: Driver Air Bag May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments at Occupants; High-Pressure Fuel Pump Can Detach, Risking Fuel Leak and Fire; Driveshaft May Break and Cause Loss of Power or Roll-Away; Front Brake Caliper Seal Can Leak Fluid, Reducing Braking. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 GMC Acadia?

Based on 707 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (237), Electrical System (194), Unknown Or Other (167).

How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.

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