The contact owns a 2008 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that the battery had previously been replaced; however, the battery failed to retain a charge. The contact had to recharge the battery every day to start the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that water had leaked from the windshield and cowl to behind the glovebox, causing the battery to fail; however, no repair was recommended. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
2008 GMC Acadia visibility problems
34 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 85,000.
- owner complaints
- 34
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- typical mileage
- 85,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Sun/moon roof assembly14
- Windshield2
- Power window devices and controls1
At what mileage
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GMC Acadia visibility problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2008 GMC Acadia visibility
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: linkages
- What is wrong
- Gm is recalling 88,809 my 2008 buick enclave, and my 2007-2008 gmc acadia and saturn outlook vehicles currently or previously registered in the following states: alaska, colorado, connecticut, delaware, idaho, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, montana, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, wyoming, and the district of columbia. If a buildup of snow or ice on the windshield or on the wipers restricts the movement of the wiper arm, the windshield wiper linkage may become detached from the motor shaft and the wipers may become inoperative.
- Risk
- If this were to occur, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new wiper crank arm, driver's side link, and a crank arm nut. The recall began o october 13, 2008. Owners may contact buick at 1‑866‑608‑8080, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463, saturn at 1‑800‑972‑8876, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .
Recall number 08V410000 · Recall details
What 2008 GMC Acadia owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Warning message appears on dash showing windshield wiper fluid is low/empty when it doesn't need it. This warning message remains lit even when the fluid has just been refilled.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. The contact stated that after turning the ignition switch to the off position, the vehicle would remain on and would sputter before turning off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the ignition switch and the cabin fuse box but the failures continued to occur. Local dealer bill kramer chevrolet(2251 w. 23rd st. Panama city fl.) and the manufacturer were notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 165,000. *dt
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. When the vehicle was purchased used in august of 2009, water leaked into the passenger side of the vehicle when making turns. The vehicle was taken to j & j motor sales (6524 lake michigan dr, allendale, mi 49401, (616) 895-5184), but they could not find any leaks or diagnose the failure. The contact also checked on her own, but could not find the source of the leak. Recently, the contact stated that water was collecting underneath where the blower fan was located on the passenger side, which caused it to short out. The contact was almost involved in a crash because the windshield would not defrost in the morning. The manufacturer had not been contacted. The failure mileage was 176,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. The contact stated that the sun roof was leaking water down the a pillar above the body control module main fuse block. The contact stated that the failure recurred five times. The vehicle was taken to gandrud chevrolet (3792, 919 auto plaza dr, green bay, wi 54302, (920) 309-5444) where it was diagnosed that there was an electrical short. The cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the water traveled down to the driver's side door bulkhead plug and caused the shortage throughout the vehicle. The contact was a certified mechanic who replaced the body control module five times. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided a case number. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
I purchased a 2008 gmc acadia and in the winter the wipers won't turn on, I live in eastern washington where we get a lot of snow and ice and I see your recall didn't include any part of wa state and I feel it should include eastern wa state. Our temps here get below 0 at times! I need my wipers to work all the time in this part of wa.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. The contact stated that the sun roof and area between the front driver's door was leaking water. The vehicle was taken to colonial auto center (located at 100 myers dr, charlottesville, va 22901) to be diagnosed, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The approximate failure mileage was 64,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. While driving various speeds and depressing the brake pedal to come to a stop, water poured down from the headliner and passenger side windshield. The failure recurred three times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the line to clear the air through needed to be blown out. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. On several occasions, the sun roof leaked and caused water damage to the carpet and roof headliner. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the drain tubes needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred on several occasions. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 171,800.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. The contact stated that this was the second time the sun roof drain line shifted and leaked water down the headliner. The failure flooded the driver side of the vehicle, side air bag, and visor without warning. The dealer diagnosed that the sun roof drained cube shifted and needed to be replaced. Also, the carpet and panel of the driver side had mold and needed to be to replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
Questions about the 2008 GMC Acadia visibility
Does the 2008 GMC Acadia have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 34 complaints about the visibility of the 2008 GMC Acadia, 4% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2008 GMC Acadia visibility problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 85,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2008 GMC Acadia visibility?
Yes, 1 recall: 08V410000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the GMC Acadia have the most visibility problems?
The GMC Acadia model years with the most visibility complaints are 2008 (34 complaints), 2007 (27 complaints) and 2012 (12 complaints).
Other 2008 GMC Acadia problems
Transmission 279Electrical 153Airbags 150Engine 144Steering 133Body 87Driver assistance 59Lights 47Acceleration 36Brakes 31Fuel system 16Suspension 16Seat belts 14Seats 12Wheels 4Locks 2Tires 2
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