2017 GMC Acadia recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2017 GMC Acadia and 705 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are power train (236), electrical system (193), unknown or other (167). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 20–23 mpg combined, depending on engine.
The 2017 has the most owner complaints of any Acadia model year from 2012 to 2025. It has 4 recalls vs. an average of 3.2 per model year.
Recalls 4
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2017 GMC Acadia. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Air bags · frontal · driver side · inflator module
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. GM began mailing final owner letters February 23, 2024 and will continue mailing through December 2025. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232404980.
Fuel system, gasoline · delivery · fuel pump
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.
Risk: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.
Power train · driveline · driveshaft
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles and 2017-2018 GMC Acadia vehicles. The right front intermediate driveshaft may fracture and separate while driving.
Risk: If the front right intermediate drive shaft assembly separates while driving, the vehicle will lose propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. If the assembly separates while parked on a grade, without the park brake engaged, the vehicle may move unintentionally, increasing the risk of a vehicle roll-away.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right front intermediate drive shaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17329.
Service brakes, hydraulic · foundation components · disc · caliper
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2017 Cadillac XT5 vehicles manufactured April 16, 2016, to May 9, 2016, and 2017 GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured April 19, 2016, to April 22, 2016. The front brake calipers may have a torn or misaligned caliper piston seal which may allow brake fluid to leak.
Risk: If there is a brake fluid leak, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake calipers, replacing the brake caliper assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2016. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 16096.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
Steering assist warning. Thermostat and temp control sensor changed twice in 2 years.
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to shift into gear after parking in the McDonald's drive thru. The vehicle was shifted into gear and resumed normal operations after an extended period. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and the contact was informed that the vehicle operated as designed, and no repairs were needed. The faile…
Bad thermostat causing power steering to go out and lose AC.
Safety ratings
2017 GMC Acadia SUV AWD
2017 GMC Acadia SUV FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2017 GMC Acadia.
Acadia AWD
Auto 6-spd · 4 cyl · 2.5 L
Regular
Acadia AWD
Auto 6-spd · 6 cyl · 3.6 L
Regular
Acadia FWD
Auto 6-spd · 4 cyl · 2.5 L
Regular
Acadia FWD
Auto 6-spd · 6 cyl · 3.6 L
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2017 GMC Acadia have?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2017 GMC Acadia, most recently for air bags · frontal · driver side · inflator module (05/10/2023). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 GMC Acadia?
Based on 705 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are power train (236), electrical system (193), unknown or other (167).
Is the 2017 GMC Acadia safe?
The 2017 GMC Acadia earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2017 a good year for the GMC Acadia?
The 2017 has the most owner complaints of any Acadia model year from 2012 to 2025. It has 4 recalls vs. an average of 3.2 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2017 GMC Acadia get?
EPA ratings for the 2017 GMC Acadia range from 20 to 23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: ACADIA, Acadia.