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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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1GKLRMED3AJ••••••2010 Gmc ACADIA
This build draws 1.7× more complaints than the average 2010 Gmc ACADIA build (5 vs 3).
5on this build
273on the model
92builds in total
Most reportedSteering 2Tires 1Engine And Engine Cooling 1Engine 1
What owners of this build wrote
SteeringApr 2018
Takata recall when I go to turn it seems sometimes like the power steering goes off and I have to use all my strength to turn. I've almost hit something numerous times. My neighbor had to drive me to hospital and panicked when that happened. She said she would not drive that car…
EngineJan 2017
I'm filing a complaint about my model year 2010 gmc acadia. My check engine light has come on at 96,000. The code is p0008. This code points to the timing chain. This is a known issue with gmc acadia's and is the same issue that caused gmc to extend their powertrain warranty on…
Engine And Engine CoolingJun 2013
My husband and I purchased a 2010 gmc acadia in july 2012. Since we've had the vehicle we have already had to replace the water pump which fortunately it was covered under warranty. But now the AC in the vehicle has stopped working. The technician did a black light testing of…
TiresJun 2010
2010 gmc acadia. Consumer states problems with tires *tgw the consumer stated her husband noticed the two front tires had air buckles in them. It was determined, that the tires were installed incorrectly. The front tire beads were torn during installation
SteeringMay 2013
The vehicle was becoming difficult to turn and could hear clicking noise when turning. The steering was becoming increasingly stiff. When I took it to the dealership they stated they the rubbing noise was from the steering gear, also power steering pressure very low causing the…
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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 1GKLRMED3AJ149329 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.