2010 GMC Acadia Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 148about this part
- Share
- 43%of 343 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 70,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 148 complaints about the steering of the 2010 GMC Acadia, 43% of the 343 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 70,000 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.
“When I slow down to make a turn regardless if I turn right or left it's very hard to steer. Sometimes it makes a whining noise that it's never made before until now and as of this past weekend any time I try to turn its extremely hard. I almost got hit several times just trying to get my car home from a friend's house. My husband checked the power steering fluid and it's full.”
NHTSA complaint #11327782, filed 2020-06, 295,676 miles“Serious safety issue with power steering. Apparently the driveshaft is broken an it makes the car almost impossible to turn. I have to use both hands/arms and all of my strength to turn the car. This is a safety issue and Gmc has already recalled many of their vehicles for this same issue. Acadias need to be added to that list.”
NHTSA complaint #11098771, filed 2018-05, 104,000 miles“I have been having an issue with my power steering going in and out for months. My mechanic says there is a recall, but when I run the VIN I get nothing for the power steering. I took it in for an oil change today and he almost refused to service my truck due to the issue and safety concerns of his employees. My truck has around 110000 miles.”
NHTSA complaint #10924008, filed 2016-11, 89,000 miles“I'm having the same issue that everyone is complaining about where I lose power when at low speed trying to enter or exiting a parking space. The steering wheel becomes very stiff. Gmc recall was for steering pump but is making customers replace rack and pinion stating its unrelated and if not replaced it will not honor the 10 year warranty on the steering pump replacement”
NHTSA complaint #11019043, filed 2017-08, 126,000 miles“I have had 2 engines replaced in this truck and now the air conditioning is not working and plus no power steering. The truck will steer upon speed. Cannot parallel park because of this. When making a turn regardless of left or right I have to step on the gas in order to steer the car.”
NHTSA complaint #11244807, filed 2019-08, 106,255 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 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…
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 2010 GMC Acadia
74 complaintsElectrical system
45 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
43 complaintsExterior lighting
24 complaintsAir bags
16 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsEngine cooling
10 complaintsSuspension
10 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaintsElectronic stability control
7 complaintsSeat belts
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 GMC Acadia
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology