2022 GMC Acadia Problems
Compared with other GMC Acadia years
Fewer complaints than typical for this model
8/100 0.4× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.4× that of a typical GMC Acadia year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 21 of its 52 complaints were filed by the end of 2024.
- Most reported problem: Coolant temperature gauge and thermostat faults (14 complaints).
- 3 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 52filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 31,500miles, 8 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 25 mpgcombined, 2.0L 4-cyl FWD · 22 city / 29 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2022 GMC Acadia (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
What owners report
Owners of this 2022 model year most often describe coolant temperature gauge faults, with steering assist reduced warnings and cooling fans that keep running after the engine is switched off. Rear camera and display blackouts, stalls tied to fuel pump control module failures, seat belt problems, and driver-assist features that activate or fail unexpectedly are also reported. Complaints are trending upward, and many of the recent reports were filed in 2025 and 2026, while sample mileage is often missing.
- Engine
Coolant temperature gauge and thermostat faults
- 14 complaints (27%)
- typically at 4.1 yrs old
- filed 2024–2026
Owners describe the coolant temperature gauge reading cold or showing no value, and a radiator fan that keeps running for minutes after the engine is switched off. Many also see a steering assist reduced or driver assist reduced message, and some report a check engine light with cooling system codes or air conditioning that no longer blows cold. Some complaints name a thermostat or coolant temperature sensor as the suspected part. In a complaint about stuttering, the dealer replaced the torque converter without fixing the stutter, and steering assist and fan symptoms appeared later. Sample mileage is missing for these reports; the symptoms are described as recurring while driving, and the fan often runs after the engine is switched off.
What to check: Watch the temperature gauge and the fan during a test drive and after shutoff, and ask whether any steering assist or cooling codes are stored. Ask for records showing that the thermostat, coolant temperature sensor, or fan circuit was tested or replaced.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“I have had multiple sensor issues with my Acadia since reaching 60000 miles. Currently, there is a thermostat sensor causing hard shifting, No cold air blowing from the AC, stabilitrack, traction control, steering assist reduced and fan running after turning off. I would not report it but I am in a facebook group where MULTIPLE people are reporting having the same issue in their Acadia's.”
NHTSA complaint #11685932, filed 2025-09“My Acadia has had a stuttering problem and we have taken it to the dealership many times. They finally changed the torque converter but that didn’t fix it. Now today (4/15/25) I got home and I was getting a steering assist reduced error code and then when I turned my car off the fan went as high as it could and wouldn’t turn off. Finally after a bit of time it turned off. I got my car 4/28/22”
NHTSA complaint #11654873, filed 2025-04 - Electrical system
Rear camera and display screens go black
- 7 complaints (13%)
- median 73,000 mi at 4.3 yrs old (1 states mileage, few)
- filed 2023–2026
Owners describe the rear camera image going grainy, flickering, or completely black, sometimes with a caution symbol shown in place of the picture. Some say the image comes back briefly and then goes black again, or that the camera is unavailable more often than it works. Other complaints describe the dashboard and entertainment screens going dark several times a week, and a report links a dim rear camera to an over-the-air infotainment update that left the radio module failed. According to a complaint, the dealer would not repair the rear camera. Sample mileage is missing for these reports, and some describe the image going black when the vehicle is put in reverse.
What to check: Test the rear camera in reverse several times, and check whether the image flickers or the screen goes black. Ask whether any over-the-air infotainment update was installed and whether the dealer has records of the repair attempts.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“This is on behalf of my mother who doesn’t speak English only Spanish and has been having issues with this car The radiator fan stopped working on my moms car causing engine to heat up and almost blow up in the middle of the road and I had to pull aside. Had to also replace original battery in middle of a red stop light car turned off and never came back on due to faulty battery is what the auto parts told me when they tested the battery out. Back up camera never turned back on went completely black Left mirror for signaling also went black. …”
NHTSA complaint #11628225, filed 2024-12“The back up camera went grainy, then completely black. The car is equipped with surround vision camera system. The camera system flashed on / off then completely blacked out. Then would randomly flash a partial picture, and then back to no picture.”
NHTSA complaint #11508735, filed 2023-02 - Fuel system
Stalls or no-restart after fuel pump module failure
- 6 complaints (12%)
- typically at 3.5 yrs old
- filed 2024–2026
Owners describe engines that stall while driving, sometimes with no warning lights, and vehicles that crank but will not start after a stall or after being parked. Some describe a stall at highway speed, bucking and loss of traction in rain, and a no-restart condition that required a tow. Complaints that name the failed part point to the fuel pump power control module or a fuel management module, which was replaced in some reports. Some note the gas gauge reading incorrectly or warning lights flashing before the failure. Sample mileage is missing for these reports, and the stalls are described as sudden, at highway speed or in traffic, or after the car was parked.
What to check: Ask whether the fuel pump power control module emissions recall applies to the vehicle and whether that work was completed. Check the fuel-related warning history and ask for records of any module replacement.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“While deiving in three lanes of traffic in rainy weather. The vehicle began to buck as though the engine was cutting on and off. No warming lights or abnormal noises preceded the event. The vehicle lost traction several times, but recovered. As quickly as it happened it stopped and normal driving resumed. It occurred 2 more times after approximately 1 mile of travel. I was able to limp the vehicle home, but once I shut it off it would not start again. …”
NHTSA complaint #11629787, filed 2024-12“The car stalled while driving it. It would not restart. I received an email with error code po23f. The car had to be towed to the dealership for repair. P023f fuel pump power control module failed. Fuel pump power control module had to be replaced. Car was at 45,041 miles.”
NHTSA complaint #11752531, filed 2026-07 - Seat belts
Seat belts that do not buckle, lock, or retract
Mentioned in 4 of 46 sampled complaints
Owners describe rear seat belts that do not extend smoothly, lock up while buckling, or fail to retract, including when securing a car seat. Other complaints describe a buckle receiver that jams and does not latch, and a missing lock on a second-row seat belt. A complaint from after a crash says the driver seat belt failed to retract and that its plastic cover came off. According to a complaint, the dealer agreed to replace the missing lock, but the owner had not heard back yet. Where mileage is listed, the reports fall between about 35,000 and 43,000 miles, and the others do not state mileage.
What to check: Buckle and unbuckle each rear seat belt, including the second-row locks, and check that each belt extends and retracts smoothly. Ask for service records of any seat belt or buckle repair, and confirm that every second-row lock is present.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“This is about my brand new Acadia. One of the seatbelt locks of the second row is missing. I did report the issue to the GMC local dealer and they’re to replace the missing lock, however, I was expecting to get GMC to take immediate action as this is a major safety concern. I have received no communication back from them yet. I’ve got the vehicle in Tijuana Mexico and typically drive it in both California USA and Baja California Mexico.”
NHTSA complaint #11503499, filed 2023-01“passenger side seat belt does not buckle. The receiver piece for the buckle gets jammed and does not latch. My wife and I just had a baby and we are concerned about all the seat belts now, not sure if the others will give out as well.”
NHTSA complaint #11464131, filed 2022-05 - Lane departure
Driver-assist features activate or fail unexpectedly
Mentioned in 4 of 46 sampled complaints
Owners describe automatic emergency braking activating when no hazard was present, such as while turning through a four-way stop, and an owner says they now drive with it disabled. Other complaints describe a Front Assist blocked message, a forward camera failure that recurred after the camera was replaced, and a blind spot monitor that did not detect nearby vehicles. A complaint says lane keeping steered toward oncoming traffic over road patches, and another says cruise control did not downshift early enough on a grade. According to complaints, the dealer could not find a problem with the blind spot monitor after it started working again. A forward camera complaint lists about 73,000 miles, and the other reports describe problems while driving on highways, at intersections, and on grades.
What to check: During a test drive, check that the blind spot monitor, automatic braking, and lane keeping alerts behave as expected, and ask whether any camera or driver-assist software updates were applied. Ask for records of any front camera repair or replacement, including whether it was covered under warranty.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“Several times the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) was activated unnecessarily. Twice were at a 4-way stop. I was turning left with a stationary car (#1) across the intersection waiting to proceed next. As I got part of the way through the turn, the AEB reacked to the car (#1) and engaged. Slowing my car and almost brought it to a full stop in the middle of the intersection. I now drive the car with AEB disabled.”
NHTSA complaint #11473509, filed 2022-07“Driver side blind spot monitor fails to detect vehicles. I first became aware of the problem as I was entering a freeway and nearly caused an accident. I scheduled service at my GMC dealership but had to wait two weeks for an appointment. The system stared working again just before the appointment and the dealer service department could not find a problem. My neighbor's 2021 GMC Acadia has the same issue. Does somebody have to die to correct a safety defect?”
NHTSA complaint #11486422, filed 2022-09
Buying note. Buyers may want to test the temperature gauge and fan behavior, check the rear camera in reverse, and confirm the seat belts buckle and retract smoothly. Ask for service records of any cooling system, fuel pump module, or driver-assist repairs, since several reports describe repairs that did not resolve the symptom.
Summary written with AI from a sample of 46 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.
NHTSA recorded 52 consumer complaints for the 2022 GMC Acadia. 8 of the complaints include a mileage, and 75% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 31,500 miles. Of all complaints, 4 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 5 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 772 technical service bulletins for this model year. Compared with the other 15 GMC Acadia model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 8 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (fewer complaints than typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system15 29%
- Engine15 29%
- Other or unknown11 21%
- Fuel system8 15%
- Lane departure5 9.6%
- Seat belts5 9.6%
- Steering4 7.7%
- Air bags3 5.8%
- Brakes3 5.8%
Also reported: Forward collision avoidance (2), Back-over prevention (rear camera) (1), Electronic stability control (1), Exterior lighting (1), Body and structure (1), Suspension (1), Vehicle speed control (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “I was driving on the highway with my kids and my car suddenly shuts off. There was no warning messages or other symptoms of the problem... no signs! This took place on February 25, 2024. It was towed and taken to the GMC dealership (coral springs) for 3 weeks now.”
NHTSA complaint #11577429, filed 2024-03Engine: ““Steering Assist is Reduced” warning, P0128 code, thermostat-related symptoms, increased steering effort or other safety concerns while driving. This issue required increased steering effort and affected my wife's driving ability to respond to changing traffic conditions. This is most likely a faulty thermostat housing assembly. This has been well documented temperature gauge problems, cooling system issues, and related warning messages. Our GMC Acadia is a 2022 AT4 with 53,500 miles. …”
NHTSA complaint #11750068, filed 2026-07Other or unknown: “My 2022 Acadia does not go into park at times even though the control button shows that it is in park. On May 15, 2025, I pulled under my carport and put the car in park. As I reached for my purse in the passenger seat, the car started moving forward even though it was in park. It ran through my privacy fence and injured my daughter who happened to be on the other side of the fence. She had some pretty severe bruising and scrapes on her hip, thigh, and upper body. The pain is bad enough, but her arm and shoulder was injured. It continually feels like something running up and down her arm. …”
NHTSA complaint #11664533, filed 2025-06Fuel system: “My engine light came on, I took it to the service center where I purchase the vehicle. They state it is a evaporative emission canister purge pump. They state the part is on back order due to many vehicles having the same faulty part. I contacted GMC, they state the part is not available at this time. Secondly the park assist was recalled to be fixed. That part is also on back order and not available at this time.”
NHTSA complaint #11540840, filed 2023-08Mileage when problems were reported
75% of the 8 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 18,000 and 42,745 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2022 GMC Acadia. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acadia · SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 15.1% risk |
| Acadia · SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 16.4% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2022 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking optional.
Neighbouring years: 2021: same overall rating; 2023: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2022 GMC Acadia version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acadia AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 9-speed automatic | 22 | 27 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Acadia AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | 9-speed automatic | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Acadia FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 9-speed automatic | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Acadia FWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | 9-speed automatic | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,050 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 22V446000Jun 23, 2022Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assemblyCovers: GMC Acadia 2022, Cadillac XT5 2022, XT6 2022
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles. The fuel tank rollover valve may not provide a proper seal in the event of a rollover crash.
- 22V427000Jun 16, 2022Suspension › RearCovers: GMC Acadia 2022, Cadillac XT5 2022, XT6 2022
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The left-rear suspension toe link may have been tightened improperly, which could result in a loose or separated toe link.
- 21V702000Sep 10, 2021Air bags › Air bag/restraint control moduleCovers: GMC Acadia 2022
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2022 GMC Acadia vehicles. The sensing diagnostic module (SDM) may have been left in "manufacturing mode" and not activated at the assembly plant prior to shipment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the…
Recall details for the 2022 GMC Acadia → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 772 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038592Oct 16, 2026Other or unknown. PI created to guide technicians through radio restriction process
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037253Sep 4, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11036392Aug 20, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues
- 11035340Jul 21, 2026Other or unknown. PI to help diagnose A/C concern
- 11034769Jun 23, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still displayed after an OTA event and how to reset/clear the message.
- 11033150May 27, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information is to inform technicians and customers that the voice command will be inoperative when trying to open applications. Engineering is investigating and this PI will be…
- 11032766May 11, 2026Other or unknown. PI created to guide technicians through radio restriction process
- 11032764May 11, 2026Other or unknown. Pi created to provide GM dealers with information on gathering information for projection issue
- 11032763May 11, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues
Other model years of the GMC Acadia
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 10 | 2,800 | 1 | 5 | 22 | — | Too new |
| 2025 | 69 | 3,000 | 0 | 5 | 23 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2024 | 61 | 7,000 | 0 | 5 | 23 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 49 | 24,749 | 4 | 5 | 25 | 25 · Fewer | Too new |
| 2022 | 52 | 31,500 | 3 | 5 | 25 | 8 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2021 | 155 | 27,896 | 2 | 5 | 23 | 47 · Typical | Rising |
| 2020 | 106 | 9,500 | 6 | 5 | 23 | 55 · Typical | Rising |
| 2019 | 388 | 40,000 | 2 | 4–5 | 23 | 46 · Typical | Rising |
| 2018 | 398 | 32,000 | 2 | 4–5 | 23 | 71 · More | Stable |
| 2017 | 706 | 33,000 | 4 | 4–5 | 21 | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2016 | 236 | 50,000 | 4 | 5 | 18 | 25 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2015 | 243 | 50,000 | 4 | 5 | 19 | 30 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2014 | 463 | 59,500 | 6 | 5 | 19 | 78 · More | Rising |
| 2013 | 135 | 83,000 | 3 | 5 | 19 | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2012 | 296 | 75,000 | 5 | 5 | 19 | 54 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 269 | 68,694 | 5 | 5 | 19 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2010 | 343 | 75,000 | 4 | — | 19 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2009 | 331 | 75,417 | 7 | — | 19 | 67 · More | Falling |
| 2008 | 854 | 82,000 | 5 | — | 19 | 82 · More | Falling |
| 2007 | 428 | 77,500 | 5 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All GMC Acadia model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 GMC Acadia?
Owners of this 2022 model year most often describe coolant temperature gauge faults, with steering assist reduced warnings and cooling fans that keep running after the engine is switched off. The issues reported most often: Coolant temperature gauge and thermostat faults; Rear camera and display screens go black; Stalls or no-restart after fuel pump module failure.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2022 GMC Acadia have?
NHTSA recorded 52 consumer complaints for the 2022 GMC Acadia as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2022 GMC Acadia is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 15 complaints (29% of the total), followed by engine with 15.
Has the 2022 GMC Acadia been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2022 GMC Acadia do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2022 GMC Acadia 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2022 GMC Acadia get?
The EPA rates the 2022 GMC Acadia (Acadia FWD, 2.0L 4-cyl) at 25 mpg combined, 22 city and 29 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,700 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2022 GMC Acadia reported?
Among the 8 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 31,500 miles and the middle half falls between 18,000 and 42,745 miles; 75% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.