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1GKKNSLS9JZ••••••2018 Gmc ACADIA
This build draws 2.1× more complaints than the average 2018 Gmc ACADIA build (6 vs 3).
6on this build
379on the model
130builds in total
Most reportedElectrical System 3Power Train 2Steering 1
What owners of this build wrote
SteeringApr 2026
The contact owns a 2018 GMC Acadia. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speed, the steering assist reduced warning light illuminated. The contact's husband attached a portable diagnostic tester to the vehicle, and P0128 was the failure code. The contact referenced an…
Power TrainOct 2024
My wife was taking the children to school when she arrived she placed the car into park and attempted to shut off the vehicle. Once the power button was depressed a beep was heard and the dash said shift to park. She had to turn the are on and off multiple times. I contacted gm…
Electrical SystemNov 2021
My “Shift to Park” warning light pops up when attempting to park the car and shut off the engine. My wife had the problem at the grocery store and was very upset. This problem is constantly happening, my wife refuses to drive the car. I called the GMC dealer to get it looked at…
Electrical SystemOct 2021
Shift to park switch is defective. Switch will not register transmission is in park causing an alarm that runs battery dead. Car has set in my driveway 3 months unable to drive
Electrical SystemDec 2019
I put the car in park, but the instrument panel reads "shift to park." the engine turns off, but the electrical system stays on because the car doesn't think it's actually in park. I have to turn the engine back on, shift to another gear, shift back to park, and turn the engine…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1GKKNSLS9JZ247120 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.