2016 GMC Acadia Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 22about this part
- Share
- 9%of 236 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 33,019miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 22 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2016 GMC Acadia, 9% of the 236 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 33,019 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“There has been a couple of instances where the car just shuts off once when turning into a parking space, and once while sitting at a roundabout and then I have to put it in park and then turn it back on. It seems to work for a while after that, but it is extremely frustrating for a car that is not that old and I just got it.”
NHTSA complaint #11246177, filed 2019-08, 67,000 miles“With only 49000 miles on my 2016 Gmc Acadia, my check engine light came on, I took it to the dealership the next day and they told me that I had to replace my gas pedal...I have owned numerous other vehicles and never once had I have replace my gas pedal. This is a huge safety concern because according to the service adviser if not replaced it may cause my vehicle to accelerate without me pressing on the pedal.”
NHTSA complaint #11390272, filed 2021-01, 49,000 miles“Vehicle was in park, shut off, keys on front seat with purse. Went to seat behind driver taking items out and went about dooing my errand. Both doors left open. Upon returning, noticec vehicle rolling towards highway. Tried to catch it when second door knocked me down and rear drivers side wheel went over my foot.”
NHTSA complaint #10945767, filed 2017-01, 4,000 miles“My key is stuck in the ignition and will not release on my 2016 Gmc Acadia. The battery had to be replaced because it was completely draining my electrical system. It has been determined that my car is not recognizing it is in park to release the key. The floor shifter needs to be replaced according to my Gmc dealership. This is extremely dangerous as the car could drift at any time, not to mention the strain on the battery.”
NHTSA complaint #11233684, filed 2019-07, 48,566 miles“My wifes vehicle which is our family vehicle has had several reoccurring issues. We have brought the vehicle to the dealership several times and have not resolved the problem as it is still on going. The problem does not happen all the time but is extremely scary. While driving the vehicle will alert that you are about to have a collision but there is nothing in front of you just a vehicle to the side of you and will break on its own. This has happened numerous times but the dealership has not been able to replicate the problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #11090311, filed 2018-04, 26,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037253Sep 4, 2026This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11035340Jul 21, 2026PI to help diagnose A/C concern
- 11030974Apr 1, 2026This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
- 11030092Mar 9, 2026This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.
- 11030091Mar 9, 2026This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11027601Jan 8, 2026This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11025755Nov 20, 2025This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s…
- 11023091Sep 9, 2025New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH
- 11022084Aug 14, 2025This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 40% |
| 2025 | 13 | 19% |
| 2024 | 2 | 3% |
| 2023 | 11 | 22% |
| 2022 | 11 | 21% |
| 2021 | 22 | 14% |
| 2020 | 15 | 14% |
| 2019 | 120 | 31% |
| 2018 | 118 | 30% |
| 2017 | 170 | 24% |
| 2016 | 22 | 9% |
| 2015 | 23 | 9% |
| 2014 | 31 | 7% |
| 2013 | 22 | 16% |
| 2012 | 42 | 14% |
| 2011 | 16 | 6% |
| 2010 | 12 | 4% |
| 2009 | 18 | 5% |
| 2008 | 66 | 8% |
| 2007 | 19 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2016 GMC Acadia
130 complaintsSteering
26 complaintsElectrical system
25 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
21 complaintsEngine
13 complaintsLane departure
9 complaintsElectronic stability control
5 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsSeats
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 GMC Acadia
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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