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2024 GMC Acadia Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Good

Complaint Index

27/100

#12 most-complained of 16 Acadia years

The 2024 GMC Acadia has a Complaint Index of 27, ranking 12th out of 16 model years, which NHTSA data classifies as a 'Good' year. Brakes are the top problem area with 25 complaints (42% share) and a median failure mileage of 7,000.

Complaints
60
Recalls
0
Crashes / fires
2 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
22
19.5 city / 25.5 hwy

Top 2024 GMC Acadia problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Brakes25 (42%)
  2. Collision Avoidance & Cameras13 (22%)
  3. Electrical System12 (20%)
  4. Engine12 (20%)
  5. Transmission & Powertrain7 (12%)
  6. Structure & Body5 (8%)
  7. Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (5%)
  8. Other2 (3%)
  9. Airbags1 (2%)
  10. Lane Departure1 (2%)

What owners report

  • Owners report brakes losing resistance and going to the floor at low speed, causing the vehicle to keep rolling forward.
  • A front strut assembly was reported as improperly installed, causing popping and grinding noises when turning that were also felt through the steering wheel.
  • The automatic emergency braking system reportedly activates on its own with no obstacle present, sometimes triggering repeatedly while backing out of a parking space.
  • A rear tail lamp failed after only 90 miles, causing the turn signal to flash faster without any dashboard warning.
  • Owners report the steering wheel airbag and coil being diagnosed as faulty, with a warning light appearing at startup.
  • Third-row seat headrests reportedly do not fold down, preventing the seats from lowering fully.
2024 GMC Acadia complaints: complaints filed per month9Jul 2024Oct 2024Feb 2025Jun 2025Sep 2025Dec 2025Mar 2026Jun 2026
83 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2024 to Sep 2026; peak Dec 2025 (9).

2024 GMC Acadia recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2024 GMC Acadia fuel economy and fuel cost

City
19.5 MPG
Highway
25.5 MPG
Combined
22 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,950
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.

2024 compared with other Acadia years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2022Best049323
2023Best1343423
2024Good2760022
2025Caution5365022

All GMC Acadia years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 GMC Acadia reliable?
NHTSA data gives the 2024 Acadia a Complaint Index of 27 and a 'Good' verdict, ranking 12th out of 16 model years for reported problems.
What is the biggest problem with the 2024 GMC Acadia?
Brakes are the top problem area, accounting for 25 complaints and a 42% share of all reported issues, with a median failure mileage of 7,000.
Does the 2024 GMC Acadia have any recalls?
NHTSA lists zero recalls for the 2024 GMC Acadia, including zero do-not-drive recalls.
How does the 2024 Acadia compare to other model years?
The 2024 Acadia's Complaint Index of 27 is far below years like 2017 (100) and 2014 (93), both rated 'Avoid', making 2024 one of the better years.
What is the fuel economy of the 2024 GMC Acadia?
The 2024 Acadia gets 22 mpg combined (19.5 city / 25.5 highway) with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,950, according to the EPA.

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.