2007 GMC Acadia: clunking or noise when steering

Filed Jul 28, 2020 · Electrical, Steering · 124,000 miles · MI

2007 gmc acadia, has had problem steering issues since purchased, loud whining noise from power steering, steering was fine for a along while even with the noise but now power steering, issues in electrical system, windows not always rolling down. Blinkers work but no sound and radio doesn't play. Makemodelyear gmc acadia 2007

Filed Jul 26, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 89,000 miles · PA

2007 gmc acadia, has had problem steering issues since purchased, loud whining noise from power steering, steering was fine for a along while even with the noise but now power steering has cement, truck engine stopped running with out any warning, issues in electrical system, windows not always rolling down and lift gate intermittently opens while driving or it won't open at all sometimes, power too lift gate seems too be gone when opening

Filed Apr 21, 2014 · Steering · OR

In 2010 I reported a noise in the steering. Gmc dealership determined that the steering rod needed replaced. They worked on the vehicle and when driving away the steering still had the same noise. Obviously this was not the steering rod causing the issue. I reported this issue again and they determine that there was no power steering fluid. They added fluid and it temporarily caused the noise to go away. There has been many complaints about this issue with two separate gmc dealerships over the years. Finally now that my acadia has 55,000 miles the dealership tells me the noise is the steering column and is wanting to charge me $1450 to fix it. This was under warranty when the problem came up and I feel it should be covered under warranty by gmc manufacturer since this was an issue early on with this vehicle. Gmc is also having issue with steering column in 2009 -2012 gmc automobiles so this is not a new issue.

Filed Jan 15, 2014 · Acceleration, Brakes · 39,400 miles · CA

This car is dangerous. Driving 65mph on freeway when every service and warning light went on. Replaced entire instrument cluster and replace ipc, could have killed us and others. Also engine was removed to repair engine front cover leak at 39,000, now at 85,000 same leak repair is required at cost of $2926. That means every 40,000 miles you need to spend $3000 and have engine removed. Power steering always made whining noise which I was told is normal. At 85,000 was told steering rack and pinion gears need replacement and I am sure the pump needs replacement as well $2000. When driving on the freeway could not stop on exit without brake pedal being pushed all the way to floor, stabiltrak light on could have killed us or someone. Had to replace brake master cylinder. Water pump was leaking after engine was put back in from 1st repair of front cover engine seal. Timing chain has stretch you can hear it, but they only added thrust washers. Rear liftgate - while loading groceries lift gate free fell closed on daughters head. Was told rear lift gate shocks failed. Could have killed someone. This car is a death trap. Don't buy it.

Filed Feb 1, 2013 · Body, Suspension · 41,000 miles · AK

I have owned this car for about a year and since I have owned it have had nothing but problems. First the struts were blown, the dash lights would go from bright to dim, the steering wheel made a clicking noise, the windows leak...this car only has 41,000 miles I mean come on! Now the transmission has completely failed and after reading other websites it sounds like I will be paying $4,000 dollars. I am a new mom and have 3 step kids. I can't feel safe in my car because I'm worried about it breaking down constantly. Now I have to dump all this money that I don't have into it. I really just want to cut my losses, but is that really the best thing to do? I'm stuck with this junker car and I couldn't feel more sorry for all these other people having the same issues. I'm absolutely miserable. Thanks gmc you suck.

Filed Mar 9, 2012 · Steering · 90,000 miles · TX

There has been a whine in my steering column on my 2007 gmc acadia . Yesterday I was driving along a 2 lane road going into a sharp curve. I was turning my steering column to the right towards the curve, but the steering column made a loud noise and would not respond almost causing me to hit head on into an incoming car on the opposite side of the road. The car finally did respond and a wreck avoided, but that is not the point. There are numerous forums about this particular thing happening to other gmc acadias as well. The power steering going out is definitely a safety hazard and is not covered under their 100,000 mile warranty. I took my car to a auto repair shop and they indicated that the power steering pump was indeed leaking and needed replacement. These "incidents" need to be addressed and a recall put in place immediately on the acadia. The dealership has not wanted to take care of anything under warranty unless my VIN matched the one on a particular recall even when I was having the exact problems in the recall.

Filed Feb 20, 2011 · Steering · 38,163 miles · IN

2007 gmc acadia fwd power steering failure. First instance feb 2008 (vehicle 9 months of age 38k miles), steering had a whine noise and become very difficult to turn. Steering very heavy. Took to dealer, power steering pump was replaced. Nov 2008 steering starting failing again with the same symptoms. Took to dealer and once again they replaced the power steering pump (mileage at 79k). Feb 2009 steering again started failing with same conditions. Took it to the dealer and they now replace the steering gear (mileage 89k). Nov 2010 steering began failing again. Took it to the dealer and they said it needed another power steer gear replaced.

Filed Jan 28, 2011 · Steering · 33,000 miles · OH

Power steering makes loud humming noise. Issue discussed with service tech during initial warranty period and told noise was due to pressure in ps system. Owner told this is normal, but over the years the noise has gotten worse and annoying.

Filed Oct 9, 2008 · Steering · 8,500 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 gmc acadia. Whenever the contact attempts to turn the vehicle in either direction, the steering becomes very difficult. The contact noticed a clicking sound coming from the steering column. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was serviced for the power steering rack and pinion. The contact did not notice any differences prior to the failures. The failure still persists. The current mileage was 25,000 and failure mileage was 8,500.

Filed Aug 28, 2008 · Steering · 3,000 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 gmc acadia. While driving at any speed, the contact felt a vibration in the steering wheel and heard a grinding noise coming from the dashboard area of the vehicle. The steering wheel would lock up and made turning the vehicle very difficult. She took the vehicle to two dealers. The first dealer was unable to find any failures. The second dealer heard the noise and felt the vibration, but could not repair the failures. Weeks after the incident, she took the vehicle back to the dealer from where it was purchased and was informed that the power steering pump failed. The failure was deemed to be a severe safety hazard. The dealer has been unable to repair the failure and they currently have possession of the vehicle. The failure mileage was 3,000 and current mileage was 9,000.

Filed Mar 5, 2008 · Airbags, Electrical · NY

2007 gmc acadia with several serious safety issues. She states that the vehicle has had these problems: a large puddle of oil under the vehicle, windshield wipers stopped working, battery died and side curtain airbags deployed while driving. *kb the dealer told the consumer the front shaft seal needed to be replaced to correct the leak from the transmission. They also stated there was a drain on the system that caused the battery to fail. The consumer took the vehicle back to the dealer where they upgraded the transmission, which had to be done twice. The power steering made a loud noise, the consumer stated it sounded as if the pump was about seize and then the steering becomes hard. The vehicle rolled backwards while in drive on a slight incline.*jb updated 04/10/08