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ProblemsByVin File / 2007-GMC-ACADIA NHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2007 · GMC

GMC Acadia problems

431 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

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Reliability score
7.0 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2007 Acadia?
Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

powertrain
162 reports · fails ~85,061 mi · avg $2,500
moderate
steering
76 reports · fails ~61,193 mi · avg $700
moderate
airbags
53 reports · fails ~91,248 mi · avg $1,100
severe
electrical
38 reports · fails ~91,267 mi · avg $850
severe
engine
19 reports · fails ~91,247 mi · avg $3,100
severe
body
16 reports · fails ~78,672 mi · avg $1,500
severe
visibility
15 reports · fails ~60,153 mi · avg $350
moderate
cruise control
9 reports · fails ~84,459 mi · avg $600
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2007 Acadia · steering
When ever it rains producing puddles the power steering stops making it hard to turn. It has done this since having car. I checked with other owners they are having same problem. *kb
12/31/2011 · at 2,400 mi · NHTSA ODI #10441976.0 · see steering pattern →
2007 Acadia · electrical
At 80,000 miles transmission went out and had to be rebuilt. Car is also leaking under the passenger and driver floor board and moon roof/sunroof drips down from dome lights onto third row seats. Leaking has caused multiple electrical problems. When there is a heavy rain…
12/29/2015 · at 130,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10816681.0 · see electrical pattern →
2007 Acadia · visibility
Wipers quit working at 40mph in a freezing fog/rain. I lifted hood and could see wiper linkage dangling inside cowl of vehicle. I have read and seen that this is a open recall for vehicle in states with common winter weather. *tr
12/29/2012 · at 55,800 mi · NHTSA ODI #10490438.0 · see visibility pattern →
2007 Acadia · steering
I own a 2007 GMC arcadia and sometimes when I go through water (if it's been a heavy rain) my power steering does not work and it's very difficult to steer the car which could be a very dangerous situation. It happened when we were on vacation and we stopped at a auto repair…
12/28/2010 · at 22,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10372656.0 · see steering pattern →
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 07V062000 February 21, 2007

On certain vehicles, the sensing and diagnostic module (sdm), which controls the function of front air bags, may not operate properly

In the event of a crash, this condition could increase the risk of injury to occupants in the front seat.

Fix: Dealers will reprogram the sdm computer module. This recall began on february 22, 2007. Owners may contact GMC at 1-866-966-9463 or Saturn at 1-800-972-8876.

Common questions

Is the 2007 GMC Acadia reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 431 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 GMC Acadia is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2007 GMC Acadia?

The 2007 GMC Acadia is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Electrical system: 38 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 61,474–125,000 mi; Reliability score 7.0/10 — around the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2007 GMC Acadia?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 162 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 85,061 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 85,061 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my GMC Acadia has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 GMC Acadia?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 431 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/GMC/Acadia. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with GMC. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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