2022 GMC Acadia Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
BestComplaint Index
0/100
#16 most-complained of 16 Acadia years
The 2022 GMC Acadia ranks 16th out of 16, tied for the best model year, with a Complaint Index of 0. It has 49 complaints, 3 recalls, and no do-not-drive recalls, making it a strong choice compared to other Acadia years.
- Complaints
- 49
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 3 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 4 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 23
- 20.5 city / 27 hwy
Top 2022 GMC Acadia problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System15 (31%)
- Engine15 (31%)
- Other10 (20%)
- Fuel System8 (16%)
- Brakes4 (8%)
- Lane Departure4 (8%)
- Seat Belts4 (8%)
- Transmission & Powertrain4 (8%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras3 (6%)
- Steering3 (6%)
What owners report
- Owners report the backup and surround-view camera going grainy, blacking out, or flashing on and off.
- Some describe the instrument cluster and speedometer cutting out, with headlights and turn signal lights flickering on their own while driving.
- Blind spot monitor reportedly fails to detect vehicles, in one case nearly causing a collision when entering a freeway.
- One owner reported smoke and flames coming from the front brake rotors while braking, with the vehicle rolling afterward.
- A missing second-row seat belt lock and a jammed seat belt buckle receiver were reported by separate owners.
- Automatic Emergency Braking reportedly engaged unnecessarily at intersections, slowing the vehicle without a real hazard.
2022 GMC Acadia recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 22V446000Jun 23, 2022Fuel System228 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles. The fuel tank rollover valve may not provide a proper seal in the event of a rollover crash.
Risk: 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.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 22V427000Jun 16, 2022Suspension, Wheels & Tires736 vehicles
Suspension:rear
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The left-rear suspension toe link may have been tightened improperly, which could result in a loose or separated toe link.
Risk: A loose toe link can separate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 21V702000Sep 10, 2021Airbags2 vehicles
Air bags: air bag/restraint control module
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2022 GMC Acadia vehicles. The sensing diagnostic module (SDM) may have been left in "manufacturing mode" and not activated at the assembly plant prior to shipment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: The air bags will not deploy with an unactivated SDM, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: 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.
2022 GMC Acadia fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 20.5 MPG
- Highway
- 27 MPG
- Combined
- 23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,825
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2022 compared with other Acadia years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 GMC Acadia reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2022 Acadia has a Complaint Index of 0 and ranks 16th out of 16 model years, earning a 'Best' verdict relative to other Acadia years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 GMC Acadia?
- NHTSA complaints point to the Electrical System and Engine as the top problem areas, each accounting for 31% of complaints, followed by Fuel System issues at 16%.
- Does the 2022 GMC Acadia have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2022 Acadia, covering the fuel system (rollover valve sealing), suspension (left-rear toe link fastener), and airbags (sensing diagnostic module left in manufacturing mode). None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2022 Acadia compare to other years?
- With only 49 complaints and a Complaint Index of 0, the 2022 Acadia compares well against years like 2017 (703 complaints, index 100) and 2014 (462 complaints, index 93), which carry 'Avoid' verdicts.
- What is the median mileage for reported failures in the 2022 Acadia?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 28,000 for Electrical System complaints, 18,000 for Engine complaints, and 15,000 for Brakes complaints.