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2022 GMC Acadia Engine Problems

Engine problems account for 15 of 49 complaints (31%) filed on the 2022 GMC Acadia, with a median failure mileage of 18,000 miles. NHTSA lists no related recall for this issue.

Engine complaints
15
31% of 49
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
18,000 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

  • Electronic thermostat failures that drop the temperature gauge to cold and disable cabin heat or air conditioning.
  • Check engine and stability/steering assist warning lights appearing together with an unbalanced or stumbling feel while driving.
  • Cooling fan continuing to run loudly for several minutes after the engine is shut off.
  • Sudden loss of motive power accompanied by fluid spraying near the accelerator pedal area.
  • Stuttering or shuddering that persisted even after the torque converter was replaced.
  • Fuel management and engine electrical faults causing the engine to stop suddenly at highway speed.

When 2022 GMC Acadia engine complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 3, 2022, latest Jul 13, 2026.

2022 GMC Acadia engine complaints: complaints filed per month2Jun 2022Mar 2024Aug 2024Nov 2024Oct 2025Jan 2026Jul 2026
15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2022 to Jul 2026; peak Nov 2025 (2).

Engine recalls for the 2022 GMC Acadia

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Acadia model year

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

  1. 201091 (27%)
  2. 201162 (23%)
  3. 201245 (15%)
  4. 201325 (19%)
  5. 201453 (11%)
  6. 201522 (9%)
  7. 201615 (6%)
  8. 201771 (10%)
  9. 201838 (10%)
  10. 201961 (16%)
  11. 202033 (32%)
  12. 202137 (25%)
  13. 202215 (31%)
  14. 202313 (30%)
  15. 202412 (20%)
  16. 20257 (11%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems in the 2022 GMC Acadia?
NHTSA data shows 15 engine-related complaints out of 49 total complaints for the 2022 Acadia, or 31% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2022 GMC Acadia engine issues?
No. NHTSA lists no related recalls tied to the engine complaints reported for the 2022 Acadia.
At what mileage do engine problems typically show up?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for engine complaints on the 2022 Acadia is 18,000 miles.
What symptoms do owners report most with the 2022 Acadia engine?
Owners describe thermostat failures, steering assist and check engine warnings appearing together, cooling fans that keep running after shutdown, and sudden loss of power.
Is the engine complaint rate higher than other Acadia years?
The 31% share for 2022 is higher than most other model years listed, though 2020 (32%) and 2023 (30%) show similarly high shares.

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.