2009 GMC Acadia Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 112about this part
- Share
- 34%of 331 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 70,312miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 112 complaints about the steering of the 2009 GMC Acadia, 34% of the 331 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 70,312 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I just got my Gmc 4 months ago and after every light and alarm has gone off the leak of power steering fluid has cause me to take to a dealer and I have been given a $2600 bill to replace the rack and pinion and pump. This is not just an issued with my Gmc my sister has a 2011 Acadia and had the same problem. This for sure needs to be recalled as there is something wrong with it.”
NHTSA complaint #11131999, filed 2018-09, 160,000 miles“I own a 2009 Gmc Acadia. While trying to turn my power steering will go out. I have almost hit 3 different vehicles due to this and barely made it in to a parking lot off of a busy street. This is a very dangerous and serious problem that Gmc needs to address. I have a daughter that I am worried about letting ride in the car with me due to this.”
NHTSA complaint #10861348, filed 2016-04, 80,000 miles“While driving it's like the steering goes out and you can not turn the wheel have almost gotten into several wrecks because of this issue, it does not do it all the time but lately a lot more often the past few weeks, to the point that I'm almost scared to drive it. This is my means of transportation to and from work so I must drive it..”
NHTSA complaint #10876669, filed 2016-06, 100,000 miles“At low rates of speed, my 2009 Gmc Acadia temporarily looses power assist steering. It occurs off and on (not predictable). When the power assist fails, I struggle to turn the wheel while in traffic. At a couple times, the power assist kicked back on suddenly, causing me to overcompensate and almost get into an accident.”
NHTSA complaint #10763025, filed 2015-09, 67,000 miles“Our 2009 Gmc Acadia was taken to Gmc dealership on december 2, 2016 with noises coming from engine compartment when steering wheel was turned to the right or left, either standing still or moving. Service technician advised that the steering gear needed to be replaced, and the bill was $1,466.00. The Acadia has 31,068 miles on it, and my wife is now afraid to drive the car for fear the steering may go out again.”
NHTSA complaint #10936621, filed 2016-12, 31,068 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10242061Aug 7, 2023This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10235561Apr 4, 2023This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10222777Sep 16, 2022This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10213700Jun 1, 2022This service bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on…
- 10191163Mar 8, 2021This service bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on…
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 6% |
| 2024 | 1 | 2% |
| 2023 | 4 | 8% |
| 2022 | 4 | 8% |
| 2021 | 18 | 12% |
| 2020 | 20 | 19% |
| 2019 | 33 | 9% |
| 2018 | 24 | 6% |
| 2017 | 35 | 5% |
| 2016 | 26 | 11% |
| 2015 | 31 | 13% |
| 2014 | 26 | 6% |
| 2013 | 8 | 6% |
| 2012 | 46 | 16% |
| 2011 | 64 | 24% |
| 2010 | 148 | 43% |
| 2009 | 112 | 34% |
| 2008 | 133 | 16% |
| 2007 | 76 | 18% |
Other parts of the 2009 GMC Acadia
72 complaintsEngine
67 complaintsElectrical system
47 complaintsExterior lighting
38 complaintsBody and structure
25 complaintsOther or unknown
18 complaintsAir bags
15 complaintsFuel system
15 complaintsElectronic stability control
14 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsSeat belts
10 complaintsEngine cooling
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 GMC Acadia
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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