2016 GMC Acadia Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 26about this part
- Share
- 11%of 236 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 53,600miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 26 complaints about the steering of the 2016 GMC Acadia, 11% of the 236 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 53,600 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.
“My powering steering pump stopped functioning while driving, making it very hard to turn the wheel at low speeds, as if there is no power steering at all. Took it to the dealership and was told it's a wear and tear problem and after investigating it I noticed they have recalled over 1 million cars for steering failure.”
NHTSA complaint #11300633, filed 2020-01, 37,000 miles“I have a 2016 Gmc Acadia, with 30,000 miles, well maintained. Suddenly my steering wheel is locked while making turns at a low speed. This was very scary as my wheel was completely locked and I had kids in my car. Vehicles running good when at high speed. I have seen so many complain with the same model and same issue, yet, Gmc has not posted any recall on their very dangerous issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11296635, filed 2020-01, 30,000 miles“2016 Gmc Acadia slt-1, 58,000 miles. Total loss of power steering backing out of a parking space with no prior symptoms. The car would barely turn at low speeds and made a loud howling noise when wheel was turned. I took the vehicle to the dealer and they tell me I need the power steering pump, rack and pinion and all new hoses. No prior wrecks or issues. This is ridiculous to be hit with a $4100 bill with no explanation of why this could happen.”
NHTSA complaint #11326950, filed 2020-06, 58,000 miles“While driving down the road, we went to make a turn. The steering wheel would would not turn. We actually had to cross into oncoming traffic up on a sidewalk. Since then it has continued to work and then suddenly stop working.”
NHTSA complaint #11229649, filed 2019-07, 93,000 miles“Power steering pump failure. While driving my 2016 Gmc Acadia on a trip of about 350 miles (mostly highway) everything seemed to be working fine until near the end of the trip. As I exited the highway and started slowing down the steering became very stiff and by the time I came to a stop light I could not turn the steering wheel at all. When the light turned green I pressed the gas pedal and as the RPM increased the power steering pump worked good enough to make the turn and get me home. Luckily I only had about a mile to go. …”
NHTSA complaint #11254186, filed 2019-09, 50,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11019516Apr 17, 2025This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 11017868Apr 11, 2025This service bulletin provides a procedure to flush and bleed power steering system to correct a power steering noise or fluid leak concern that is caused during extremely low…
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
- 11014577Feb 18, 2025This service bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on…
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 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.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 6% |
| 2024 | 1 | 2% |
| 2023 | 4 | 8% |
| 2022 | 4 | 8% |
| 2021 | 18 | 12% |
| 2020 | 20 | 19% |
| 2019 | 33 | 9% |
| 2018 | 24 | 6% |
| 2017 | 35 | 5% |
| 2016 | 26 | 11% |
| 2015 | 31 | 13% |
| 2014 | 26 | 6% |
| 2013 | 8 | 6% |
| 2012 | 46 | 16% |
| 2011 | 64 | 24% |
| 2010 | 148 | 43% |
| 2009 | 112 | 34% |
| 2008 | 133 | 16% |
| 2007 | 76 | 18% |
Other parts of the 2016 GMC Acadia
130 complaintsElectrical system
25 complaintsOther or unknown
22 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 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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