2010 GMC Acadia Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 3%of 343 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 57,411miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the suspension of the 2010 GMC Acadia, 3% of the 343 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 57,411 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I purchased a new Acadia in 2010 , I have had problems with the front end since it was new it has gone back to the dealer many times for front end noises and not handling properly , I did bring it to the dealer complaining that the car was not steering properly they did do something to repair it but now the warranty is expired and I was told that the steering rack is leaking and needs to be replaced at a cost of over 1800.00. …”
NHTSA complaint #10604484, filed 2014-06, 25,000 miles“I bought my Gmc Acadia in december of 2009. A few days in I noticed a whirring sound in turning. I was told by the dealership that it was normal, a design flaw with brushes in the steering column. June 20110 entire electrical motherboard failed, six months later the water pump failed. Brought the car in 3 times for airbag lights. I sensor was replaced then I was told to just keep something heavy in the seat . For eight months ABS and brake light chimed with nothing wrong. …”
NHTSA complaint #10659610, filed 2014-11, 13 miles“Power steering gets hard to steer while turning, pulling in to parking spaces, going around curves. Being told I have to replace the rack and pinion and then GM will replace the pump. Middle row middle seatbelt is locked won't pull out. Had to replace all front suspension. This vehicle is poorly made.”
NHTSA complaint #11092632, filed 2018-05, 140,000 miles“The steering rack leaks and fails after the power steering pump goes out due to an internal failure. There is a bad design in the rack causing the car to lose power at low speeds and will cause bodily harm if not repaired. Gm knows there is a bad design of this steering rack and refuses to repair at their cost. They will only replace the pump when the rack is the biggest cost to repair.”
NHTSA complaint #10668029, filed 2014-12, 58,000 miles“Upon taking the car for safety inspection were told that the steering gear needed replacing and that the right front strut was leaking. The car had 57000 miles at the time. Upon researching more the steering issue is known and common. This should covered under a recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10824501, filed 2016-02, 56,822 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11007936Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11007935Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11000119Apr 26, 2024This service bulletin provides technicians with information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10247352Nov 14, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer?s…
- 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.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 2% |
| 2023 | 1 | 2% |
| 2022 | 1 | 2% |
| 2021 | 3 | 2% |
| 2019 | 6 | 2% |
| 2018 | 5 | 1% |
| 2017 | 8 | 1% |
| 2015 | 2 | 1% |
| 2014 | 5 | 1% |
| 2013 | 1 | 1% |
| 2012 | 6 | 2% |
| 2011 | 7 | 3% |
| 2010 | 10 | 3% |
| 2009 | 8 | 2% |
| 2008 | 16 | 2% |
| 2007 | 9 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2010 GMC Acadia
148 complaintsEngine
74 complaintsElectrical system
45 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
43 complaintsExterior lighting
24 complaintsAir bags
16 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsEngine cooling
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.
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