2011 GMC Acadia Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 3%of 269 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 76,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the body and structure of the 2011 GMC Acadia, 3% of the 269 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 76,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“The contact owns a 2011 Gmc Acadia. After opening the rear liftgate door and leaning into the rear area, a popping noise was heard before the liftgate door suddenly closed down. As a result of the failure, the contact's head was struck with the liftgate. The contact sustained severe head trauma, which required medical treatment. The contact indicated that the vehicle was previously serviced in june of 2015 for NHTSA campaign number: 15v415000 (structure) to prevent the failure from occurring. …”
NHTSA complaint #11114957, filed 2018-07, 65,000 miles“The contact owns a 2011 Gmc Acadia. The contact stated that the liftgate unexpectedly closed and struck her on the head. The contact sustained a bump on the right side of her head, a bloody right eye, and a concussion. Medical attention was not received. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 15v415000 (structure). The vehicle was taken to covert buick Gmc (11750 research blvd, austin, tx) to be repaired per the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 123,218.”
NHTSA complaint #11169893, filed 2019-01, 123,218 miles“The contact owns a 2011 Gmc Acadia. The contact stated while the rear liftgate was open the door suddenly closed onto the contact back. The contact indicated that the recall notice for NHTSA campaign number 15v415000 (structure) was received in august 2015. After contacting the dealer and the manufacturer, the contact was informed that the parts needed to repair the vehicle were still not available and no estimated time for receiving the parts could be given. The failure mileage was 76,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10781129, filed 2015-10, 76,000 miles“The contact owns a 2011 Gmc Acadia. The contact stated that after having the windshield replaced, she noticed a burning smell being emitted from an unknown source. It was later discovered that the luggage rack was allowing water to enter the vehicle which reached the electronics through the rear view mirror. As a result, all of the electrical components that were connected to the rear view mirror, including the onstar system and the radio, failed to function correctly. The vehicle was not taken to a mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. …”
NHTSA complaint #10480894, filed 2012-10, 32,000 miles“The contact owns a 2011 Gmc Acadia. The contact stated whenever the gear was shifted into the park position, the four automatic doors would unlock without intent. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer four times for the similar failure and they stated that the doors operated normally. In addition, the silver and chrome trim around the entire dashboard, and console area would obstruct the vision when sunlight made contact with it. The contact was in the process of notifying the manufacturer. The approximate failure mileage was 100. Updated 07/08/11 updated 3/15/12”
NHTSA complaint #10405299, filed 2011-06, 100 milesRelated recalls
- 15V415000Jun 30, 2015General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured January 3, 2007, to February 29, 2012, 2009-2012…Covers: GMC Acadia 2007–2012, Buick Enclave 2008–2012, Saturn Outlook 2007–2010 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11009764Sep 21, 2024This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10250244Jan 18, 2024This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10239124Jun 30, 2023This service bulletin provides information on Paintless Dent Repair Process.
- 10235561Apr 4, 2023This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10232283Feb 17, 2023This PI provides information on Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots (Quench Marks) and that they are a normal characteristic.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 3% |
| 2024 | 2 | 3% |
| 2023 | 1 | 2% |
| 2022 | 1 | 2% |
| 2021 | 2 | 1% |
| 2020 | 2 | 2% |
| 2019 | 2 | 1% |
| 2018 | 1 | 0% |
| 2017 | 4 | 1% |
| 2016 | 2 | 1% |
| 2015 | 3 | 1% |
| 2014 | 8 | 2% |
| 2013 | 5 | 4% |
| 2012 | 42 | 14% |
| 2011 | 9 | 3% |
| 2010 | 8 | 2% |
| 2009 | 25 | 8% |
| 2008 | 87 | 10% |
| 2007 | 44 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2011 GMC Acadia
64 complaintsEngine
52 complaintsElectrical system
47 complaintsExterior lighting
38 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
33 complaintsAir bags
19 complaintsElectronic stability control
16 complaintsOther or unknown
16 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 GMC Acadia
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 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