2014 GMC Acadia Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 20about this part
- Share
- 4%of 463 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 72,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 20 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2014 GMC Acadia, 4% of the 463 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 72,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My headlights stopped working while I was driving on a highway. I pulled off the road & the drl LED lights around the headlights were still on, but the headlights were not. I tried turning the lights off/on, tried turning the vehicle off/on. My husband checked the fuses, relay, & sensors, as well as changed both bulbs and they still will not work. It was dark while I was driving, which posed a dangerous situation. Upon researching online, there seems to be other people who have had the same problem.”
NHTSA complaint #11300567, filed 2020-01, 66,000 miles“Car shut off while driving. All electrical went out. Doors all locked while inside, key stuck in ignition. Started with side detection warning and within a few days car completely shut off while driving! Huge safety issue! Will not restart and still can't get key out of the ignition. Battery is fully charged but no power. Completely dead. There is a known recall on 2014 Gmc acadias for electronic module failure but not our specific vehicle though this seems to be the exact cause of our problems. Gmc said they could not help?!”
NHTSA complaint #11387107, filed 2021-01, 90,000 miles“Bought car brand new 8-14. Since I have taken into dealership over 5 times regarding it stalling, and complete shut down while driving. First car would shut off when in reverse. Car turned off completely multiple times sitting at red lights. Then while I was driving 35 miles on residential street I had complete failure, car turned off. Was able to restart and drive. Car takes a couple seconds to turn over when first putting key in. Noticed recall in 10-14 for exact issue but Gmc dealer in concord ca says my car is not included in it. Interior lights go on at random along with headlights. …”
NHTSA complaint #10821539, filed 2016-01, 10,000 miles“Headlight illumination is limited and prevents driver's ability to see upcoming road conditions, curves, elevation, animals or humans in the road and hazards. Without turning on the high beams. There is a distinct cut off of light at the top of the area illuminated that is not commonly seen in other vehicles and this limits how far ahead you are able to see.”
NHTSA complaint #11124559, filed 2018-09, 10,000 miles“I purchased this vehicle 2 months ago and have had to separate change the headlights on it twice already. There is a common issue with the electrical system that makes the headlights go completely out or dim while driving or in idle at times.”
NHTSA complaint #11100434, filed 2018-06, 120,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10249011Jan 12, 2024This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10246003Oct 16, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician will…
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 7% |
| 2024 | 6 | 10% |
| 2023 | 1 | 2% |
| 2022 | 1 | 2% |
| 2021 | 1 | 1% |
| 2020 | 1 | 1% |
| 2019 | 10 | 3% |
| 2018 | 2 | 1% |
| 2017 | 25 | 4% |
| 2016 | 3 | 1% |
| 2015 | 10 | 4% |
| 2014 | 20 | 4% |
| 2013 | 10 | 7% |
| 2012 | 21 | 7% |
| 2011 | 38 | 14% |
| 2010 | 24 | 7% |
| 2009 | 38 | 11% |
| 2008 | 47 | 6% |
| 2007 | 15 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2014 GMC Acadia
246 complaintsElectrical system
90 complaintsEngine
45 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
35 complaintsOther or unknown
31 complaintsSteering
26 complaintsFuel system
25 complaintsElectronic stability control
19 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 GMC Acadia
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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