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2011 GMC Acadia lights problems

38 complaints (14% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 60,000.

owner complaints
38
of this car's complaints
14%
typical mileage
60,000
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Headlights
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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GMC Acadia lights problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2011 GMC Acadia lights

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Headlights 31

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2011 GMC Acadia owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 24, 2022 · Lights · TX

Hi, I think the 2011 Acadia Denali should be in the recall along with the Terrain. The reason being that I always get flashed at night and every night as though I have the high lights on which I don’t. That’s every night. Please check into this. With all this road rage going on I worry I might come across one angry person or cause someone to wreck. Please I’m worried. Thank you.

Filed Jul 15, 2020 · Lights · 110,572 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 gmc acadia. The contact stated that the headlights were melted and inoperable. The vehicle was taken to starling chevrolet buick gmc (1001 e irlo bronson memorial hwy, st cloud, fl 34769) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the headlight housings needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the headlights were previously repaired under warranty. The contact stated that he was informed on the first visit that a bracket needed to be installed to prevent future damages to the headlights. The bracket was installed however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,572.

Filed May 8, 2020 · Electrical, Lights · IA

My interior dome lights either flicker or don't come on at all there are 3 sets and none of the work properly at any time.

Filed May 8, 2020 · Electrical, Lights · IA

In my 2011 gmc acadia slt1 the headlights specifically the low beams are very dim regardless of the bulb because I have tried all from the lowest priced to the most expensive. While using the high beams there appears to be a shadow in the shape of mickey mouse's head in the central area of vision.

Filed Feb 22, 2020 · Lights · 87,000 miles · KS

I have a 2011 acadia denali with factory xenon hid lights. Both daytime running light housings and connectors have melted. The passenger side bulb has melted itself to the socket itself. The housing has melted and cracked. Both are no longer reflective or functional as daytime running lights. This is obviously a issue for all acadias. A fire is inevitable.

Filed May 19, 2019 · Electrical, Lights · 137,400 miles · MN

2011 acadia denali, has hid headlights for night time driving, and traditional incandescent lights for daytime running lights (drl). I noticed the driver's side drl bulb was burned out approximately a week ago (so ~5/12/2019), when I when to remove it to see what size bulb was needed part of the projector housing broke off with the bulb. I then noticed that the bulb socket was partially melted, and the dust seal around the bulb is also partially melted (brown and starting to melt). I also looked at the passengers side and, without removing the bulb, you can see that the projector housing on that side is also starting to bubble/melt. The drivers side bulb is melted enough that I cannot remove the entire bulb from the socket, only the glass wants to pull free. I feel lucky it didn't start a fire.

Filed Jul 24, 2018 · Electrical, Lights · 180,000 miles · HI

I have a 2011 gmc acadia slt. My car is equipped xenon high intensity discharge (hid tvd) low beams lamps. Both passenger and drivers side low beam light sockets have melted inside each head light assembly. The low beam lamp connectors and portions of each wiring harness have melted from the intense heat of the hid lamp. I contacted gmc customer assistance center to see if a recall has been initiated. No recall. I was given a case number and the contact information for my local customer experience manager. I was encouraged to schedule an appointment at the dealership so my light issue could be looked into by a gmc maintenance team. I was encouraged to resolve my lighting issue with my customer experience manager.

Filed Jun 19, 2018 · Lights · 98,000 miles · GA

Headlight bulb and assembly system completely melted! Went to replace the bulbs that I thought were just blown out but the bulbs exploded and melted everything. Took it to the local dealership to fix and they said it would cost $2500.00 to fix in ordering new assembly. They said they have seen this happen on acadias before. I went online and sure enough melted headlights and wiring were a common problem. When I called the headquarters customer service line to ask if a recall had been issued a foreign gentleman wrote down my information and said someone will get back with you but there should be no reason it melted unless someone or something happened to it. I've never been in a wreck ever. I asked the guy what it would take to get this fixed me or one of my kids dying in a wreck and is suing you to make sure we have a safe vehicle. I told him I didn't appreciate his I don't care attitude towards my feelings of having small children in a car that has a part that is common and known to melt and not get fixed.

Filed Mar 2, 2017 · Lights · 60,000 miles · MD · fire

Daytime running lights have overheated on both sides and have melted the plastic housing. The lights are extremely hot in a confined space and are in very close proximity to a flammable material. I noticed smoke coming out of the headlight and saw that it has melted the housing to the point where the bulb is now sitting directly on the melted plastic housing. These are the running lights....not the main headlights.

Filed Dec 23, 2016 · Lights · 116,000 miles · OH

I have a 2011 gmc acadia. I purchased this vehicle used in late 2013. This is the 6th time I have needed to replace my lowbeams. Last night heading home from work around dusk I was driving down the highway and someone pulled out in front of me and I had to swerve to avoid hitting him. I lost drivers side two days ago and lost the passengers headlight as I started up my vehicle leaving work. It was apparent that he did not see my vehicle as all the other vehicles had their lights on. This is clearly a design issue that if allowed to continue significantly increases the risk of an accident which puts my family in danger. Please address this increased risk to my family and other families that are on the road with these vehicles.

Questions about the 2011 GMC Acadia lights

Does the 2011 GMC Acadia have lights problems?

Owners have filed 38 complaints about the lights of the 2011 GMC Acadia, 14% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2011 GMC Acadia lights problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 60,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2011 GMC Acadia lights?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the GMC Acadia have the most lights problems?

The GMC Acadia model years with the most lights complaints are 2008 (47 complaints), 2009 (38 complaints) and 2011 (38 complaints).

Other 2011 GMC Acadia problems

Steering 64Engine 56Electrical 47Transmission 33Airbags 19Driver assistance 18Acceleration 13Brakes 10Fuel system 10Visibility 10Body 9Seat belts 7Suspension 7Seats 6Wheels 3Locks 2Tires 2

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