2014 GMC Acadia Airbags Problems
NHTSA lists 246 airbag complaints for the 2014 GMC Acadia, 53% of all complaints filed for this year, the highest share among Acadia model years. The median mileage at failure was 82,500, and two related airbag recalls exist for this generation.
- Airbags complaints
- 246
- 53% of 462
- Crashes reported
- 8
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 5
- Median mileage
- 82,500 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical airbag symptoms owners report
- Airbags fail to deploy during moderate to severe crashes, including side impacts and collisions with fixed objects, sometimes leaving occupants injured.
- Airbags deploy unexpectedly during minor incidents such as sliding on ice with little or no vehicle damage.
- Recurring 'Service Air Bag' warning light triggers repeated dealer visits for seat airbag replacement, wiring connector repair, or tensioner kit replacement within the same ownership period.
- Owners report the driver's airbag inflator recall (23V334000) repair being delayed due to parts unavailability.
- Side curtain airbags reported as improperly attached, matching the separate weld-nut recall (21V246000).
When 2014 GMC Acadia airbag complaints were filed
First complaint Jun 9, 2014, latest Sep 9, 2026.
Airbags recalls for the 2014 GMC Acadia
- NHTSA 23V334000May 10, 2023Airbags995,085 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. GM began mailing final owner letters February 23, 2024 and will continue mailing through December 2025. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232404980.
- NHTSA 21V246000Apr 8, 2021Airbags108 vehicles
Air bags:critical fasteners
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017 Buick Enclave, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011-2016 GMC Acadia vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached.
Risk: Unsecured side curtain air bags may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, realign or replace the weld nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2021. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N202321200.
Airbags complaints by Acadia model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many airbag complaints does the 2014 GMC Acadia have?
- NHTSA lists 246 airbag complaints for the 2014 GMC Acadia, which is 53% of the 462 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there an airbag recall on the 2014 GMC Acadia?
- Yes. Recall 23V334000 covers a driver's airbag inflator that may explode during deployment, and recall 21V246000 covers side curtain airbags that may not be properly attached.
- At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 82,500 at the time of failure for airbag complaints on the 2014 Acadia.
- Have airbag complaints led to crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA data tied to this problem area shows 8 crashes, 1 fire, and 5 injuries reported for the 2014 GMC Acadia.
- Is the airbag issue worse on the 2014 Acadia than other years?
- Yes. The 2014 model year has the highest share of airbag complaints among Acadia model years listed, at 53%, compared to 44% in 2015 and 55% in 2016.