2010 GMC Acadia: engine failure

Filed Dec 5, 2019 · Engine · 168,000 miles · CO

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 gmc acadia. While driving, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the engine failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided case number:[xxx]. The failure mileage was approximately 168,000. *mp ('parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'

Filed Sep 20, 2019 · Engine · 164,000 miles · MO

The vehicle started with a miss in the engine and took it to our local gmc dealership and they told us it would need a new engine because of the timing belt and being out of time, said it would be $5000. So we wanted a second opinion and had it towed to my mechanic which is a ase certified mechanic and he said the same thing but he said he could just replace the timing belt and get it going and he replaced it but its still out of time and it cost $3250. The gm dealership knew of the problem and said it was a common problem with them and that the 2009 model was covered under the engine recall but not 2010 or newer even though they know about it. Had to end up buying another vehicle and still have the other one parked in the shed and cant drive it.

Filed Mar 21, 2019 · Engine · 80,000 miles · NC

Owned the car for about a year with a 5 year, $20,000 loan attached to it. The car randomly started smoking and all kinds of warning lights went off on the way back from the store (about a mile away). I immediately pulled over and walked home, went back after a couple hours to let it cool down and it wouldn't start. I had it towed to the repair shop and it was deemed my car with around 80,000 miles on it had a blown engine due to something with belt (same issue 2009 model was recalled for) and it was going to cost out of my own pocket $7500 to replace it with a used engine with no guarantee that the replacement engine won't have the exact same issue. In the 3 weeks it took us to decide on if it was even possibly to come up with that much money, engine prices had rose another $500 because they are in such hot demand. Ended up having to let the bank repo it, ruining my credit, no vehicle to take my newborn twins to their doctor appointments, or anyway to get to work. Gmc needs to be held accountable for not promptly responding to this defect instead of turning a blind eye. I cannot wait for the day a class action suit is filed.

Filed Mar 6, 2019 · Engine · 190,255 miles · WI · fire

I was driving the car on the highway and smoke started coming out of the engine. Later it was determined that the engined died - there was never ever warning lights or warning that there was trouble with the car. It is a 3.6l sidi vg engine. It was very unfortunate as we haven't even owned the car for a year before it was completely dead. The cost was way too high too fix so we ended up giving it to a salvage place and bought a 2009 gmc acadia. Not even a year into that car and it also needs a new engine. Same engine, a 3.6l sidi v6 engine. Our auto place said they are having a hard time finding that engine because many people need that engine for the exact same problem. Can not be a coincidence. I have contacted gmc and they don't care.

Filed Aug 28, 2017 · Steering · 180,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 gmc acadia. While driving various low speeds, the steering wheel became stiff and seized while turning either left or right. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. After the steering wheel seized temporarily, it returned to its normal function. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and stated that there was no recall. In addition, the contact was provided with the following case number by generla motors: c83224002597. The failure mileage was 180,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed May 15, 2017 · Engine · 138,000 miles · AL

Car has been serviced regularly. Engine was running smooth. Drove approximately 30 miles on hwy to work got off on city street and car started shaking bad. Pulled over into parking spot and engine cut off. Wouldn't restart. Called towing to our repairshop. The first cylinder spark plug was bent resulting in major engine failure due to timing belt stretch. Need a new engine and found that this is big problem with gmc engines. Bought the car less than a year ago and it currently has 138k miles. 7k to replace engine including labor. Wow mother of 3 kids and I'm still paying big payment for the car and insurance.. So many complaints about this issue I just found out with gmc covering the issue up and not being responsible

Filed Aug 24, 2016 · Engine · 84,000 miles · MI

Timing chain failure on the engine around 84,000 miles. Dealer and gm recommended a full engine replacement (initially, all costs to replace on me). Replacement engine (rebuild/ re manufacture) was then recalled in april 2016 for faulty piston rings. This engine was replaced at no cost. Please investigate this engine / model years!

Filed Jul 26, 2016 · Steering · 75,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 gmc acadia. While driving 10 MPH, the power steering seized while making a left turn. The contact was able to regain control of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 75,000.

Filed Jun 7, 2016 · Steering · 84,420 miles · NE

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 gmc acadia. While driving 25 MPH, the steering wheel seized. The contact was able to maneuver the steering wheel in order to continue driving. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufcturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 84,420.

Filed Sep 18, 2014 · Steering, Transmission · 51,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 gmc acadia. While making a left turn at an unknown speed, the vehicle jerked violently and the steering wheel seized. The contact had to forcefully turn the steering wheel. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 51,000.

Filed Apr 10, 2014 · Brakes, Engine · 114,000 miles · CA

As car was accelerating to 30 MPH in a lane of traffic into a turn, I heard a loud noise. Then, I couldn't move the steering wheel. I tried to pump the brakes, but the car did not stop immediately. I had no control over the steering, and the car eventually stopped in a parking lot. I was petrified. The radio was still on, and the key was still in the on position, but the key could not be turned. Gmc simi valley says the problem was a rod to a cylinder that snapped, and was not due to an ignition problem, or related to a current recall. The whole engine needs to be replaced, almost the value of the car, given its current resale value. I would like to request an investigation into another recall event.

Filed Jun 12, 2013 · Steering · 80,000 miles · WY

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 gmc acadia. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH, the steering wheel seized and could not be turned. The contact applied excessive force to the steering wheel in order to maneuver the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for a diagnosis or repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 80,000. The VIN was not available.