THE SUV WAS PARKED IN MY MOM'S DRIVEWAY. I PUSHED THE REMOTE TO OPEN THE REAR POWER LIFT GATE. I CAME UPON THE BACK OF THE SUV WITH MY 3 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER AND THE LIFT GATE WAS UP. I WENT TO PUT SOMETHING IN THE TRUNK WHEN THE LIFT GATE COLLAPSED ON MY HEAD KNOCKING ME OUT AND TO THE GROUND. LUCKILY, MY MOM SAW WHAT HAPPENED, GOT MY HUSBAND AND MADE SURE MY DAUGHTER DIDN'T WANDER IN TO THE ROAD.…
2009 GMC Acadia body problems
severe 17 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,500
Complaints
17
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
I OPENED MY TAILGAGE TODAY, 12/13/09, TO PUT SOME ITEMS INTO MY TRUNK. I LEANED IN TO GET THEM SITUATED & SECURE WHEN SUDDENLY THE LIFTGATE SLAMMED DOWN ON MY LOWER BACK, TRAPPING ME AGAINST THE INSIDE OF MY TRUNK. I WAS UNABLE TO LIFT THE GATE AND HAD TO SLITHER OUT ONTO THE GROUND, AT WHICH POINT THE LIFTGATE COMPLETELY CLOSED. I REOPENED THE LIFTGATE, UNSURE OF WHAT HAD HAPPENED, AND W…
Common questions
How serious is the body problem on the 2009 GMC Acadia?
It's a meaningful issue. 17 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,500.
At what mileage does the body typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,500 for body repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to body?
No active recalls currently cover body issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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