YearToAvoid

2014 GMC Acadia Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 26 steering complaints for the 2014 GMC Acadia, 6% of its 462 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 45,000. Two crashes and three injuries are tied to this component, but there are no related recalls listed.

Steering complaints
26
6% of 462
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
3
Median mileage
45,000 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

  • Steering suddenly becomes hard to turn or locks up momentarily at highway speed, sometimes described as loss of power steering assist.
  • Power steering intermittently cuts out at low speed or idle, then returns after several seconds, with no warning light.
  • Owners report a whining, grinding, or buzzing noise from the power steering system, especially when the wheel is turned fully.
  • Steering feels loose or unstable at freeway speed, particularly when cornering, with a noticeable jerk or roughness.
  • Power steering fluid leaks are reported near the pump or rack and pinion, sometimes paired with steering noise.
  • Complete loss of steering and braking has been reported alongside broader electrical or power loss events.

When 2014 GMC Acadia steering complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 18, 2014, latest Feb 6, 2024.

2014 GMC Acadia steering complaints: complaints filed per month2Aug 2014Nov 2015Jul 2016Mar 2017Feb 2019Jul 2020Oct 2021Feb 2023
26 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2014 to Feb 2024; peak Oct 2021 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2014 GMC Acadia

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Acadia model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 200776 (18%)
  2. 2008133 (16%)
  3. 2009112 (34%)
  4. 2010148 (43%)
  5. 201164 (24%)
  6. 201246 (16%)
  7. 20138 (6%)
  8. 201426 (6%)
  9. 201531 (13%)
  10. 201626 (11%)
  11. 201734 (5%)
  12. 201824 (6%)
  13. 201933 (9%)
  14. 202018 (17%)
  15. 202116 (11%)
  16. 20223 (6%)
  17. 20233 (7%)
  18. 20241 (2%)
  19. 20254 (6%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does the 2014 GMC Acadia have?
NHTSA lists 26 steering complaints for the 2014 GMC Acadia, which is 6% of the 462 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2014 GMC Acadia?
No. NHTSA data shows no related recalls listed for the steering complaints on the 2014 GMC Acadia.
At what mileage do steering problems typically occur on the 2014 GMC Acadia?
The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2014 GMC Acadia is 45,000 miles.
Did steering problems on the 2014 GMC Acadia cause any crashes or injuries?
NHTSA complaint data ties 2 crashes and 3 injuries to steering issues on the 2014 GMC Acadia, with no fires reported.
Is the 2014 GMC Acadia worse than other years for steering complaints?
The 2014 Acadia's steering share is 6% of complaints, lower than 2010's 43% and 2011's 24%, but similar to 2016, 2018, and 2013.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.