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2022 GMC Acadia Problems & Recalls

Comprehensive defect analysis based on official US Federal safety databases.

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Defect Risk Score
37 / 100
Exercise Caution
Owner Complaints
52
Filed with NHTSA
Safety Recalls
3
Free Dealer Fixes
Incidents Reported
5
4 Crashes • 1 Fires
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2022 GMC Acadia Top Failure Categories

Distribution of driver complaints across vehicle components according to federal taxonomy.

Electrical System 21.2%
11 reported failures
Unknown Or Other 15.4%
8 reported failures
Engine & Cooling 11.5%
6 reported failures
Fuel/Propulsion System 9.6%
5 reported failures
Steering System 7.7%
4 reported failures
Powertrain & Transmission 7.7%
4 reported failures
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Official Safety Recalls for 2022 GMC Acadia (3)

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NHTSA Campaign #21V702000 Component: Airbags & Restraints

Defect Summary: 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 requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Safety Hazard: The air bags will not deploy with an unactivated SDM, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Free Remedy: The vehicles will be returned to the assembly plant for SDM activation. Both affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212344261.

NHTSA Campaign #22V427000 Component: Suspension

Defect Summary: 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.

Safety Hazard: A loose toe link can separate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Free Remedy: Dealers will inspect the left-rear suspension and replace the fastener if it is loose or missing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 11, 2022. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222364330.

NHTSA Campaign #22V446000 Component: Fuel System

Defect Summary: 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.

Safety Hazard: A fuel tank rollover valve that does not properly seal can result in a fuel leak during a rollover crash, increasing the risk of a fire.

Free Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace the fuel tank shell if the rollover valve is found to be dislodged or missing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2022. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222366070.

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🗣️ Real Driver Reports

Verified NHTSA Owner Complaints

Excerpts of actual incident reports submitted to the federal Office of Defects Investigation (ODI).

ODI #11773583 • Steering System 10/25/2026

"Received message dash stating "Steering Assist is Reduced, Drive with Care". The AC turned off and temp gauge went to "C". Noticeable difficulty steering at both highway speeds and on city streets. While driving to auto shop the message disappeared, AC turned on and temp went back to normal. About and hour later while diving on the interstate it ..."

ODI #11773134 • Unknown Or Other 10/23/2026

"2022 Acadia a bulletin you posted for defective thermostat. My wife’s car shows exact symptoms but dealership says it’s not included in recall posted by you. Only mentioned car has gremlins? Can you look into expanding your recall since the exact symptoms are as described. By the way I also house a Gm Sierra with a 6.2 and that nightmare continue..."

ODI #11772798 • Airbags & Restraints 10/21/2026

"The contact owns a 2022 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at 75 MPH, the vehicle struck a deer head-on. The contact stated that none of the air bags deployed during the crash. The contact stated that the driver's seat belt became inoperable. The contact stated that the plastic covering detached, the seat belt fell apart and slipped..."

ODI #11764105 • Electrical System 09/14/2026

"What failed & is it available? The infotainment/radio module failed entirely due to an OTA software update (Codes: U18B4, U0184, B1325). The vehicle and component are fully available for inspection upon request. How was safety at risk? The federally mandated backup camera is now too faint/dim to read, destroying rearview visibility. Bluetooth/hands..."

ODI #11757181 • Airbags & Restraints 08/15/2026

"Since we purchased our 2022 Acadia 6/24/2022 we have had the warning "Service Safety Restraint System" pop up randomly. We have mentioned it numerous times over the years when the vehicle has been in for routine service at our local dealership. They have never been able to determine the cause as no service code ever shows up for them. Today in ad..."