ProblemsByVin File / 2022-GMC-ACADIA NHTSA data synced 9 hours ago

2022 · GMC

GMC Acadia problems

Light NHTSA footprint — 45 owner complaints and 3 active recall campaigns. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.

Reliability score

7.6 / 10

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

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Severe

Moderate

Should you avoid this 2022 Acadia?

Acceptable — with caveats

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

Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average
3 recall campaigns on file

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 5 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical

10 reports · avg $850

moderate

engine

5 reports · fails ~18,000 mi · avg $3,100

moderate

powertrain

4 reports · avg $2,500

moderate

seatbelts

3 reports · fails ~42,745 mi · avg $500

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Generated from this 2022 Acadia's actual NHTSA complaint history — every item points at a documented failure pattern on this exact vehicle, not generic walkaround filler.

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Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2022 Acadia?

We pulled the math: risk-weighted exposure, typical contract cost, and our verdict on whether coverage pencils out for this specific vehicle.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2022 Acadia · powertrain

There are currently approximately 22,000 miles on this vehicle. On approximately December 22, 2023, the car was operating normally, and has been since purchased with 3 miles on it, the car was being parked into a flat parking spot at a local store, when the car was stopped…

12/30/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11562693.0 · see powertrain pattern →

2022 Acadia · electrical

This is on behalf of my mother who doesn’t speak English only Spanish and has been having issues with this car The radiator fan stopped working on my moms car causing engine to heat up and almost blow up in the middle of the road and I had to pull aside. Had to also replace…

12/02/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11628225.0 · see electrical pattern →

2022 Acadia · electrical

I have a faulty coolant temperature sensor or thermostat in which the fan is running loudly and temperature gauge is not working

11/28/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11701910.0 · see electrical pattern →

2022 Acadia · steering

The “Steering assist reduced” message came on and, when shut off, the fan blows very hard and loud.

11/24/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11701135.0 · see steering pattern →

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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

severe NHTSA 22V446000 June 23, 2022

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles

A fuel tank rollover valve that does not properly seal can result in a fuel leak during a rollover crash, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace the fuel tank shell if the rollover valve is found to be dislodged or missing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2022. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222366070.

severe NHTSA 22V427000 June 16, 2022

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia vehicles

A loose toe link can separate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the left-rear suspension and replace the fastener if it is loose or missing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 11, 2022. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222364330.

severe NHTSA 21V702000 September 10, 2021

General Motors, LLC

The air bags will not deploy with an unactivated SDM, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Fix: The vehicles will be returned to the assembly plant for SDM activation. Both affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212344261.

Common questions

Is the 2022 GMC Acadia reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 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 2022 GMC Acadia?

The 2022 GMC Acadia is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average; 3 recall campaigns 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 2022 GMC Acadia?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 10 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. 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 2022 GMC Acadia?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 45 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, 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.

Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 9 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2022/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.

GMC Acadia problems

Top trouble spots 5 categories with 3+ complaints

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

Estimate your repair exposure

Active recalls showing 3 of 3

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia vehicles

General Motors, LLC

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