2013 GMC Acadia Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 21about this part
- Share
- 16%of 135 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 77,696miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 21 complaints about the engine of the 2013 GMC Acadia, 16% of the 135 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 77,696 miles. 4 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The service department failed to properly repair my vehicle and possibly sold my vehicle to me with prior knowledge of faulty battery charging system . I was told I just needed a new battery (which was replaced twice within the same week). This process began on 11/12/2016. I received the same error on my dash (battery charging system needs servicing) and my battery had to be jumped just like before on 4/12/2017. I contacted onstar and made an appt.with the service department at mccarthy morse chevrolet for the next morning (4/13/2017). …”
NHTSA complaint #11003735, filed 2017-07, 101,000 miles“These symptoms started over 2 years ago and is very intermittent. Driving on the highway, the vehicle suddenly loses power, unable to accelerate and the transmission will not shift out of high gear. The decrease in speed is significant enough that on now 3 occasions the vehicle has almost nearly been rear-ended. …”
NHTSA complaint #11142454, filed 2018-10, 103,000 miles“Piston connector rod put a whole in the engine at only 62700 (2700 miles after oil change that was always changed after oil change light came on around every 4500 to 5000 miles)miles on the vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #11166589, filed 2019-01, 62,700 miles“Piston put a whole in the engine at only 40,000 miles on the vehicle. We were driving at 70mph on major highway. This is a safety issue - drivers should be made aware.”
NHTSA complaint #11129912, filed 2018-09, 40,600 miles“While driving the car it lost power, all the dash light went off, then the power steering shut down, while driving 45 miles an hr. Once able to pull over, the car shut down and could not start back up. The key would not come out of ignition. Had it towed to the local dealer the car was bought from. They reported it was the engine control module which they replaced but the car still will not turn on. Now the say it is an electrical short and can't find it.. This car is dangerous to drive as this is the second time this has happened and we feel that they are just giving us the run around. …”
NHTSA complaint #10994131, filed 2017-06, 50,720 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11026017Jun 5, 2025This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
- 11024485May 15, 2025The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the…
- 11017263Mar 25, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 11016942Mar 4, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This 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.
- 11014233Jan 30, 2025This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large…
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 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.
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 11010490Oct 5, 2024This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 10% |
| 2025 | 7 | 10% |
| 2024 | 10 | 16% |
| 2023 | 13 | 27% |
| 2022 | 15 | 29% |
| 2021 | 30 | 19% |
| 2020 | 29 | 27% |
| 2019 | 53 | 14% |
| 2018 | 35 | 9% |
| 2017 | 62 | 9% |
| 2016 | 13 | 6% |
| 2015 | 18 | 7% |
| 2014 | 45 | 10% |
| 2013 | 21 | 16% |
| 2012 | 35 | 12% |
| 2011 | 52 | 19% |
| 2010 | 74 | 22% |
| 2009 | 67 | 20% |
| 2008 | 124 | 15% |
| 2007 | 46 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2013 GMC Acadia
38 complaintsAir bags
29 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
27 complaintsOther or unknown
22 complaintsExterior lighting
10 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsElectronic stability control
6 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsLane departure
4 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 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.
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