2007 GMC Acadia: whining or grinding noise

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 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 Sep 26, 2013 · Transmission · 67,556 miles · UT

The transmission on my acadia has died. My wife went to pickup our son from a friend's house. The car drove fine on the way over. When they got back in the car, to leave, the car would not go into gear. She could move the shift lever into reverse but the car wouldn't go. The engine would just rev. She turned the car off to go ask for help. When she started it again, it would go into gear but the check engine light was on and it didn't sound right. When trying to drive the car, it would slip in and out of gear and had a whining sound. When reading the codes, I found the following: p0700 powertrain - transmission control system, p0752 shift solenoid "a" stuck on, & p0797 pressure control solenoid "c" stuck on. I haven't had it checked by a mechanic yet so I don't know the real problem. The tow truck is taking it to the shop tomorrow. I'll have to update once I get the diagnosis. 67k miles seems a little premature to be losing the transmission. *ln updated 1/10/2014

Filed Aug 2, 2013 · Steering, Suspension · 57,327 miles · WV

When I purchased the vehicle there was a noticeable whine in the steering. I asked the salesman and he said that noise was typical with acadia's and there was no issue with the car. When I took it in for an oil change at a different dealer right before we left on vacation, I was told the power steering pump was going out and needed to be replaced immediately. Did that even though we were delayed going on vacation and subsequently had it replaced two more times as well. Also have had leaks in the sunroof that continue to return, and have now messed up my power window controls to the point that I can not control any of the other windows from the drivers seat. Have had to replace the water pump, front struts, and now the solenoids are being replaced as well. When I purchased my car it had right at 54k miles on it and I had an extended warranty, that covered my power steering pump issues, but I have had to deal with the rest. I will have now put almost $3k into repairs that seem to be very typical with this car, based on what I have read on the internet.

Filed Apr 12, 2013 · Steering · 7,000 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 gmc acadia. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician stated the power steering pump and the gear assembly would have to be replaced. After the repair, the contact noticed a whining noise in the steering. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where she was informed the power steering gear, pump and hose would have to be replaced due to a power steering fluid leak. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 7,000. *tr...updated 05/29/13 *bf the consumer stated the failure recurred . The pump and gear assembly were replaced april. 2013. Updated 06/11/2013

Filed Oct 1, 2012 · Transmission · 120,000 miles · NC

9/27 as I was driving in a residential neighborhood to take my daughter to school I was approaching a green light at a four way and started to accelerate to 35 MPH from a complete stop to cross four lanes of traffic. The vehicle reached 35 MPH and although the speedometer stated 35mph the vehicle stopped moving and stalled and started making a churning noise coming from the engine. At this point my front end was in traffic under the light that was now turning red so I had to think quick and put on my flashers to alert the other drivers that I was having difficulties as I couldn't get the truck to move. When I pressed the gas pedal the engine just roared but no movement. Once other drivers were alerted I had to coast backwards from the incline at the light and maneuver onto the side of the road. I turned the truck back on and it came on and miraculously I was able to drive it 5ft off the road before it stalled again. I had to be towed to a dealer as of today I was told it was the transmission but the dealer had to contact gmc to report all major engine failure before proceeding with any work. Last year in dec. My truck started making whining noise and I immediately took it to the dealer to find out that the camshaft had went bad and spit metal in my motor causing me to have the engine replaced. Because I was the second owner of the vehicle gm didn't want to pay for the total bill under the powertrain warranty and the fact that I was 3000 miles over the powertrain warranty itself. They did pay a third of a $5000 bill and I had to pay the rest only to have them place a recall on the camshaft and to reimburse me half of what I paid. This situation with the transmission reminds me of the rollover with the firestone tire ford had years back but the difference is that ford and firestone took responsibility. Please make gm responsible before someone is killed.

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 Jul 13, 2010 · Steering · 53,378 miles · SC

My family and I were traveling on I-20 back from columbia in my 2007 gmc acadia. I noticed a whining noise, tighten in the steering, told my husband that we need to stop for gas and check the fluids. Yielding at the next exit I could not turn the steering wheel. I finally with all my strength turn the vehicle into a hess gas station. We check fluids and called onstar for a diagnostics report. The customer service rep told us that they did not see anything in the major parts but did try to call a gm dealership (king cadillac). King was not open and would schedule an appt on monday. My husband drove the vehicle to the dealership, which we left for early drop off. Received a call from technical on monday pm, which stated it was the power steering pump. Asked him about if there was any complaint or recalls on the pump because the power steering pump was replace back at 14,000 miles. This would be the 3rd pump that has been put on this car. I have been researching and noticed that there was a technical service bulletin on sept. 10, 2008 for this problem and many complaints since 2008.

Filed Jun 13, 2010 · Steering · 21,000 miles · MD

When turning steering wheel it makes whining and groaning noises. Dealer attempted fix which resolved problem for about 1 month and then sounds came back. Dealer refuses to fix now, stating that gmc has told them not to fix it and is "working on a fix" (which was 3 months ago). Still no fix being offered.

Filed Mar 4, 2010 · Steering · 28,000 miles · TX

Power steering whines and groans at above normal pitch and is erratic, sometimes turns easily, sometimes freezes momentarily while driving, have checked all fluids etc. And everything is at mfg recommended levels. Most prominent at lower speeds.