2013 GMC Acadia Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 4%of 135 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 85,250miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the body and structure of the 2013 GMC Acadia, 4% of the 135 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 85,250 miles. 2 a fire, 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.
“My 2013 Gmc arcardia slt model burst into flames on its own on the morning of friday, july 17th. I came home around 9:45pm and parked my SUV in the backyard. The next thing I know is that the fire department was at my door waking me up to the SUV ablaze. The only work that was done to my vehicle was to have my oil change that thursday morning. At which time the tech said he saw smoke and smelled gas. He didn't indicate that it was a problem and zi should get it checked. I took SUV and ran my errands and returned home. The SUV was parked from 9:45pm until said fire.”
NHTSA complaint #11350088, filed 2020-08, 115,500 miles“While dropping off some kindergarteners after a playdate, I was parked in my friends driveway and left 2 children in the car with the doors closed. As I stood there with my friend next to the car, I noticed flames shooting out the front left passenger tire. We got the kids out, the car was filling with thick smoke, and turned off the ignition. We called 911 and the fire department arrived within 4 minutes and were able to put the fire out and disable the battery. Gm had the car picked up and dropped us a brand new 2014 Acadia a few weeks later at no charge. …”
NHTSA complaint #10553646, filed 2013-11, 2,000 miles“The electrical motor for the side view mirror malfunctioned on the passenger side of the vehicle and no longer works. It will not turn in and is stuck outward. The driver's side works at this time. The vehicle was stationary in my garage.”
NHTSA complaint #11163958, filed 2018-12, 118,000 miles“Power lift gate failed and dropped closed while person under it. No injury but continues to fail each time now. Will be going in for repair next week. Looks like there was recall on 2007-2012 for this issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11488765, filed 2022-10Related service bulletins
- 11014171Jan 31, 2025This service bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.
- 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 2013 GMC Acadia
38 complaintsAir bags
29 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
27 complaintsOther or unknown
22 complaintsEngine
21 complaintsExterior lighting
10 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsElectronic stability control
6 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 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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