2008 GMC Acadia: clunking or noise when steering

Filed Apr 24, 2021 · Electrical, Engine · MS

Vehicle will cut off, still runs after switch is off, when making a turn popping in the wheel, steering gets hard when making a turn, something kills battery and it leaks inside, this happens whether in motion or not

Filed Mar 26, 2015 · Steering · PA

It is difficult to turn the power steering it's making aloud noise and hard to turn.

Filed Jan 7, 2015 · Engine, Steering · 10,000 miles · NM

My husband and I purchased a new 2008 gmc acadia in august 2009. Within the first year or so I noticed that the headlights were dim and the plastic over the lights started to peel. I contacted the dealership and they said there was nothing they could do, that wasn't covered under the warranty. I called gm direct and they also said there wasn't a recall and that it was probably a chemical that we used to wash our car, that caused the peeling. They quoted me $800 for a new set of headlights... Ugh... A year or so later, I began having trouble with the struts. They began to leak. I thought it was my brake line and I took it into the shop and they told me that the struts were bad and needed replacing. At that time there was around 36,000 miles on the vehicle. I had them changed out and the mechanic told me they were the worst he had ever seen. After the repair, the vehicle has never been the same. It's not near as smooth as it was and it makes noise. I had it checked to be sure they were installed properly and they were. The whole process cost me about $900.00 the next issue I have had is more sever. This just happened a few months ago. I was taking my children to school and the vehicle stalled. All the lights came on and said stable track went off and the engine lost pressure and the vehicle stalled. After it cooled down I could drive a little further and the same thing would happen again. I took it back to the shop and they said it was the throttle and it would probably need to be replaced. They cleaned it for now, but I am scared to drive it anywhere! Now the power steering is making noise when you turn the wheel, sounds like the power steering pump might be going out now as well. The vehicle only has 65,000 miles on it..

Filed Sep 28, 2014 · Steering · 125,000 miles · MS

When turning into a parking spot or driveway, slow speeds, steering loses power. Has done this as long as I have owned it and keeps getting worse. It also has a popping noise when turning. What im reading is there are alot of complaints of this matter.

Filed Aug 5, 2014 · Steering · 58,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. While driving various speeds, the contact could hear a clicking noise near the steering column and the power steering failed. The dealer stated that the steering column needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 58,000.

Filed May 23, 2014 · Electrical, Steering · 77,219 miles · IL

So the window switches don"t work, when I'm trying to open the window it will open but then it won't close back, the steering wheel makes squeaking noises and most important the most costly thing to repair was the transmission. We purchased the car used with 53,000 miles on and after driving another 20,000 miles the transmission broke I had to pay out of my packet about 4,000 dollars for the repair I have two small children and when it comes for safety im not sure if we should keep the vehicle. When I'm reading all those recall issues I'm getting worried about my kids safety.

Filed Apr 8, 2014 · Steering · 72,000 miles · GA · crash

Steering piping and making noise. Locking up. And loose gear box. Hundreds of reviews online, no permanant fixes. Gm not fixing multi car issues. Many wrecks due to this, read the reviews. Wife jumped a curb with kids in car, not her fault steering locked up, we replace everything dealer said still not working right.

Filed Apr 8, 2014 · Steering · 90,300 miles · MI

My power steering is making a noise and at low speeds it is very hard to turn, seems like it has reverted back to manual steering. I am anxious that it may stop working as I am driving. Taking it in for diagnosis on 04/10/14. I saw a recall on power steering issues with some makes with gm. This seems like the same problem.

Filed Dec 3, 2013 · Steering · 15,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. The contact was driving 20 MPH when the steering wheel made a grinding noise and became difficult to turn. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the steering wheel pump was replaced but the defect was not remedied. The contact took the vehicle to a second dealer and was informed that the steering column needed to be replaced. No repairs was performed. The manufacturer was contacted in reference to the defect. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 15,000.

Filed Aug 21, 2013 · Airbags · 80,000 miles · WV

Started the vehicle and immediately there was an air bag message warning message on the dash. There have already been many complaints regarding air bags on the federal safety agency website with the same or similar issues. Hopefully you can issue a recall to force gm to make it right since they will not take responsibility. There is also is an active recall on 2007 models so I believe it is a known issue and there should be a recall on 2008 models as well. This being a safety issue that many acadia owners are experiencing it definitely should be a recall. Water also leaks from the roof. It comes in contact with electrical systems including wiring components for the air bag. I wonder if that has something to do with the airbag warning message. A lot of people also mentioned how the power steering makes a loud whining noise. I have that problem as well. You can even feel it in the steering wheel because the noise is so loud it creates a vibration. I believe like there is a lack of responsibility on gm's part for not correcting known issues.

Filed Jul 29, 2013 · Engine, Steering · 71,309 miles · UT

8/26/2011 - 71,309 miles - water pump went out and had to be replaced. 5/07/2012 - 86,885 miles - transmission shuttered when coming to a stop in traffic. Would not start and had to be towed to mechanic. Transmission assembly replaced with gm reman transmission due to broken reverse wave plate that damaged the carrier, sun shell and metal throughout. Also detected an oil leak in the engine front cover that needed to be repaired and heard power steering noise so bled power steering system. 12/31/2012- 100,947 miles - headlight switch fell inside dash panel. 7/26/2013 - 112,506 miles - power steering has never worked properly. It has always made noises and has been stiff. Had it bled several times with no improvement. Power steering went out while making a left hand turn into a busy intersection. At shop now to determine if it needs a new power steering pump, rack, and/or serpentine belt. I have read many complaints with the same issues as those that I have experienced. I am disappointed that gm isn't more concerned about the safety of their consumers and the reliability and quality of their vehicles. I have never owned such a lemon! I personally will never own another gm product. Going back to lexus.

Filed May 31, 2013 · Steering · 50,000 miles · GA

Steering column makes a grinding noise when you turn in either direction. Dealer says the rack & pinion is leaking.