2016 GMC Acadia Airbags Problems
NHTSA lists 130 airbag complaints for the 2016 GMC Acadia, 55% of all complaints filed for this model year. Two related recalls cover a Takata driver's airbag inflator defect and side curtain airbags that may not be properly attached, with a reported median mileage at failure of 130,000.
- Airbags complaints
- 130
- 55% of 236
- Crashes reported
- 3
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 5
- Median mileage
- 130,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical airbag symptoms owners report
- Owners report the driver's airbag inflator rupturing during deployment, sending metal fragments into the cabin and causing facial injuries.
- Some owners describe all airbags deploying unexpectedly while shifting into reverse or while parked, in one case causing loss of vehicle control and a crash.
- Others report airbags failing to deploy at all during an actual collision, resulting in the insurer declaring the vehicle a total loss.
- Several owners with an open Takata-related recall (campaign 23V334000) say dealers had no replacement parts available for extended periods, leaving the airbag unrepaired.
- One owner reported a 'passenger presence module malfunction' warning at 35,400 miles that a dealer said could affect proper airbag deployment in a crash.
When 2016 GMC Acadia airbag complaints were filed
First complaint May 14, 2019, latest Apr 12, 2026.
Airbags recalls for the 2016 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 2016 GMC Acadia have?
- NHTSA lists 130 airbag-related complaints for the 2016 GMC Acadia, which makes up 55% of all 236 complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there an airbag recall on the 2016 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.
- Have airbag problems caused crashes or injuries on the 2016 Acadia?
- NHTSA data tied to this airbag complaint set shows 3 crashes and 5 injuries reported, with no fires.
- At what mileage do 2016 Acadia airbag problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure reported in NHTSA airbag complaints for this model year is 130,000 miles.
- How does the 2016 Acadia compare to other years for airbag complaints?
- 2016 airbag complaints represent 55% of all complaints for that year, similar to 2014 (53%) and 2015 (44%), and notably higher than 2017 (11%) and later model years.