2012 GMC Acadia Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 2%of 296 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 68,493miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the suspension of the 2012 GMC Acadia, 2% of the 296 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 68,493 miles.
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.
“While driving at speeds of 68-80mph there is a vibration in the front. It goes away after 80mph. I have had tires replaced, re mounted and balanced, and new drive shaft. It still continues to happen. The mechanic said we can try replaced the rear axles. I can not afford to replace part after part.”
NHTSA complaint #11150865, filed 2018-11, 65,000 miles“Intermittent loss of power steering. Especially at low speeds. Gmc knows this is a problem. Extended warranty on 2008 - 2011's but, of course, not for 2012's ( let's see how many people complain before we fix the issue. ). Forced to replace power steering pump, rack and alignment.”
NHTSA complaint #10650790, filed 2014-10, 71,986 miles“Replaced headlights - drove down the road my vehicle started bouncing mechanic took it back in the struts failed when the tires were removed and the vehicle was up”
NHTSA complaint #11311558, filed 2020-02, 7 miles“Axle rod pulled out of gear box causing the entire wheel/tire assembly to fall down. According to dealer the assembly had not been machined at all at the factory and could have failed at any time. The rivets were not pulled out is how this determination was made. It happened with no warning after turning left onto the highway from my driveway at a low speed. Car was unable to be steered or stopped coming to rest about 30 yards after failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #10519931, filed 2013-06, 11,000 miles“The contact owns a 2012 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that shortly after purchasing the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who discovered that the catalytic convertor was faulty and needed to be replaced. The mechanic also inspected the vehicle and determined that the steering rack, front struts, and suspension control arms were also faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The manufacturer was not contacted. …”
NHTSA complaint #11670219, filed 2025-06, 130,000 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.
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 2012 GMC Acadia
46 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
43 complaintsOther or unknown
42 complaintsBody and structure
42 complaintsElectrical system
41 complaintsEngine
35 complaintsAir bags
33 complaintsFuel system
24 complaintsExterior lighting
21 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
12 complaintsVehicle speed control
10 complaintsElectronic stability control
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 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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