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1GKKVRED8CJ••••••2012 Gmc ACADIA
This build draws 2.1× more complaints than the average 2012 Gmc ACADIA build (6 vs 3).
6on this build
275on the model
96builds in total
1injuries
Most reportedStructure 1Power Train 1Steering 1Suspension 1
What owners of this build wrote
EngineApr 2023
I was driving 40 mph, when warnings appeared on my dash. "Service Stabalizor control", "Traction control turned off", "power is reduced", and the check engine light came on. I lost power as if engine quit, no acceration, but then came back intermittent. If I had been on a…
SteeringFeb 2018
The steering rack on our 2012 gmc acadia had to be replaced at age 6 years 3 months and mileage of 54,954. I would expect the steering rack should last the lifetime of the car or at least much longer than 6 years and 55,000 miles. Car was bought new from gm dealership. Regular…
SuspensionFeb 2018
While driving at speeds of 68-80mph there is a vibration in the front. It goes away after 80mph. I have had tires replaced, re mounted and balanced, and new drive shaft. It still continues to happen. The mechanic said we can try replaced the rear axles. I can not afford to…
Unknown Or OtherAug 2015
I pressed the power lift gate button it opened & I was placing a bag in back of car when the lift gate went down without warning & hit me in the head. Causing a head injury that required medical attention 2 head lacerations that required 7 staples
StructureJun 2015
The contact owns a 2012 gmc acadia. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V415000 (structure) however the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.…
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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 1GKKVRED8CJ288282 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.