2007 GMC Acadia: complete transmission failure

Filed Jul 1, 2019 · Suspension, Transmission · 128,700 miles · ID

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 gmc acadia. The contact stated that he purchased the vehicle two months ago. On the first day, the vehicle had transmission failure and the transmission overheating indicator appeared. The vehicle started to slow down and sputter while driving. In addition, the vehicle had difficulty accelerating from a stop. While driving 75 MPH, the transmission overheating indicator illuminated again. The contact had to pull over and allow the vehicle to idle for a while. The vehicle was taken to the car store of burley (1001 e main st, burley, id 83318, (208) 677-3800) and they stated that the contact overfilled the transmission fluid. The dealer drained and refilled the fluid. The contact also stated that the instrument cluster stopped working occasionally and was not repaired. The dealer test drove the vehicle and found no failure. In addition, the windshield wipers never worked and the driver and passenger side struts were faulty. Furthermore, the traction control was also malfunctioning. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 128,700. *bf

Filed Jan 16, 2018 · Acceleration, Electrical · 14,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 gmc acadia. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was applied numerous times. In addition, the transmission failed to function properly when shifting and various warning indicators illuminated. Within a week of owning the vehicle, it was taken to the dealer (shoreline auto group inc, 2275 n state rd, ionia, mi 48846, (616) 523-6882). The dealer kept the vehicle for over a month due to no sound for the turn signals, various warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel, and the vehicle was slow to pick up speed. The dealer was unable to replicate and diagnose the failure for over a month. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for further diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failures months later to determine if they may be able to provide a solution to repair the vehicle. The approximate failure mileage was 14,000.

Filed Sep 27, 2016 · Transmission · TX

My computers and cell phones were hacked and the harassment didn't stop until I disconnected onstar . I never had a account to this . Transmission went out during the harassment they knew and heard everything I did.

Filed Feb 11, 2016 · Transmission · 110,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 gmc acadia. While driving 25 MPH, the gear shifter became stuck in gear without warning. The failure was persistent. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission control module failed and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.

Filed Dec 29, 2015 · Body, Electrical · 130,000 miles · GA

At 80,000 miles transmission went out and had to be rebuilt. Car is also leaking under the passenger and driver floor board and moon roof/sunroof drips down from dome lights onto third row seats. Leaking has caused multiple electrical problems. When there is a heavy rain ignition will still run even after key is turned off and key is out of ignition car is currently at 130,000. Also ignition will power down even while care is in motion warning light will illuminate stating "engine power reduced" "traction control off" and vehicle will not move. Car has had more problems than any other I have owned, will never purchase another gm vehicle.

Filed Sep 29, 2015 · Transmission · 100,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 gmc acadia. While driving 70 MPH, the transmission failed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Apr 15, 2015 · Transmission · 123,228 miles · MN

I bought a new gmc acadia in 2007. January 8, 2008 gmc did a software upgrade to my transmission. At that point my mileage dropped about 6 miles per gallon and did not shift as nice as original. In late summer of 2014 I notice that my transmission was not right. On september 16, 2014 I had to replace the transmission at a cost of $3,999 at only 123,228 miles. This car was built and advertised to pull boats and campers. I have not pulled anything ever with the car. In march of 2015 I received a letter from gmc that they would reimburse 2007 gmc acadia owners if they have had problems with the transmission. The car must be under 10 years old and under 120,000 miles. My car was under 10 years old, but over on mileage by 3,228 miles. Gmc would not cover any of it. It is pretty poor when a car company can not build a $40,000 car with a transmission that would last.

Filed Nov 2, 2014 · Transmission · 60,060 miles · MO

Our 2007 gmc acadia began slipping and stutter stepping in reverse. If on a hill it was very noticeable and felt like you were slipping on ice before reverse gear would engage. Then on slow acceleration form a traffic light slippage would occur and a rough change in the gear exchange for normal traffic speed. Had it diagnosed at a reputable local repair shop and they said it was a warped wave plate and a new or rebuilt transmission was required, the repair cost with warranty would be 4,225.00. We took it to the dealer where we purchased the acadia. They also diagnosed it as a defective wave plate, recommending a new transmission or at least to rebuild it. New transmission to cost 5,890.00 the wave plate on the 2007 acadia'shave caused a great many problems for other owners and its reported they were not properly heat treated when manufactured. They break apart after just so many engages caused when shifting and almost always shortly after the 50,000 mile warranty. Filed a complaint with gm requesting assistance with repairs due to a faulty part they should have been aware of. They said they would get back to me, but never did. We repaired it at the local repair shop costing 4,225.23 cents with a 5 year 100,000 mile warranty.

Filed Sep 30, 2014 · Transmission · 70,000 miles · WA

The transmission went out. I only have 70k miles on the car and we had to replace the entire transmission. It cost me several thousand dollars to get it fixed! I am thankful that when it happened, my husband was pulling into a parking lot and not going down a freeway with our children in the car. As I investigate this issue with the 2007 acadia's I'm finding that the transmission failure is a huge issue! Please gmc fix this problem before lives are lost.

Filed Sep 25, 2014 · Transmission · 54,150 miles · WY

Transmission failure. We were driving out of town on an interstate highway approximately 65 MPH and engine suddenly revved indicating that the transmission was disengaged. Could not accelerate and had to coast to the side of the road in a construction zone. There was no warning of the impending failure other than some transmission slippage earlier in the trip. Transmission did not work at all in drive or reverse. Had to be towed to an out of town shop and rent a car to get back home. Repair shop stated that transmission had failed and needed to be replaced (approx. $4,500) and that it was a common problem. Shocking that it failed at such low mileage. We were advise by our local repair shop to contact gm but they have not contacted us back. We have no choice but to get the repairs done so we have the vehicle back. I just wanted to include our incident along with the many other complaints. We will warn other acadia owners who we know of the problem (acadias are common where we live) and the many other problems that it has (based on the numerous other complaints and service bulletins).

Filed Aug 21, 2014 · Steering, Transmission · 88,000 miles · IL

Steering locks up when driving down the road causing you to lose all control of your vehicles steering. We almost hit traffic light and hit by a semi on the interstate. Also transmission failed and will loose all power when your driving down the road. This vehicle is dangerous to drive and is a very common problem. This needs to be recalled or a class action lawsuit needs to be opened. This vehicle only has 88,000 miles on it and is a hazard to drive.

Filed Aug 4, 2014 · Transmission · 69,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 gmc acadia. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle rpms increased but the vehicle failed to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated there was an unknown transmission failure which caused the vehicle not to shift properly. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 69,000. Updated 09/04/14 updated 9/11/14*cn updated 1/20/2015