The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the traction control, Stabili-Trak, and the air bag warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the failure was associated with a recent air bag replacement recall repair. The dealer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer declined to inspect the vehicle. The contact was informed that the failure was not associated with the recall repair. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on the same day that the vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bag). The failure had occurred while driving from the dealer lot. The manufacturer was contacted and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 178,000.
2014 GMC Acadia airbags problems
246 complaints (53% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 84,000. 8 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 246
- of this car's complaints
- 53%
- typical mileage
- 84,000
- crashes
- 8
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- SRS malfunction warning lamp/light2
- Sensor: occupant classification: status indicator lamp/light1
- Sensor: occupant classification: front passenger1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
GMC Acadia airbags problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2014 GMC Acadia airbags
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
- Risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. GM began mailing final owner letters February 23, 2024 and will continue mailing through December 2025. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1‑800‑521‑7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020, or GMC customer service at 1‑800‑462‑8782. GM's number for this recall is N232404980.
Recall number 23V334000 · Recall details
Air bags: critical fasteners
- What is wrong
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017 Buick Enclave, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011-2016 GMC Acadia vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached.
- Risk
- Unsecured side curtain air bags may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, realign or replace the weld nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2021. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1‑800‑521‑7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020, and GMC customer service at 1‑800‑462‑8782. GM's number for this recall is N202321200.
Recall number 21V246000 · Recall details
What 2014 GMC Acadia owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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The contact owned a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact was avoiding crashing into another vehicle when the contact's vehicle crashed into a tree. The air bags did not deploy. The contact stated that some good Samaritans assisted the contact in getting out of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was totaled when it crashed into a tree. In addition, the contact stated that within 5–10 minutes later, the vehicle was engulfed in fire. The local fire department arrived and extinguished the fire. The contact stated that the vehicle was consumed in the fire. The vehicle was condemned as a total loss by the insurance company. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard. The contact declined medical transport to the local medical center, however the following day, the contact went to the local medical center. The contact sustained cuts and abrasions on both legs and knees primarily, cuts and abrasions to the right and left arms, a large bruise on the left side of the chest, right side of chest pain, and severe pain in the right shoulder and back. In addition, the contact stated that on February 02, 2026, the vehicle was serviced for an unknown recall repair in which the driver's side air bag was replaced. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000.
called dealer faulkner gmc multiple times while recall was in force they kept saying they would schedule me when part was available found out that recall was over never got the airbag replaced this is a serious safety defect that needs to be fixed please investigate
Acadia Denali had Takata air bag inflater replaced, service air bag light is still on. Dealer stated there is a side air bag problem as well. 2014 Acadia’s had previous recall for side airbag issues, most likely is same issue the vehicle isn’t listed. Contacting corporate regarding issue.
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while at a stop, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power. In addition, the contact stated that upon further inspection, the fuel gauge failed to properly display the fuel level. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local independent mechanic, where the unknown repairs were made; however, the traction control, ABS, Stabili-trak, and seat belt warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. In addition, the contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign: 14V614000 (Electrical System), 14V266000 (Seat Belts), 21V246000 (Air Bags), and 14V223000 (Electrical System, Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
Service airbag warning light
See attached document for complaint.
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact received recall notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V334000(Air Bags), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for the recall repair; however, the contact was informed that the wrong parts were received. The contact was informed that the wrong color of part had been delivered. The contact stated that the issue had persisted for months. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue, and the contact was informed that the dealer would be contacted regarding the issue. Additionally, the contact stated the recall safety risk was major, and the contact was afraid that the vehicle would experience the failure. The contact had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Questions about the 2014 GMC Acadia airbags
Does the 2014 GMC Acadia have airbags problems?
Owners have filed 246 complaints about the airbags of the 2014 GMC Acadia, 53% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2014 GMC Acadia airbags problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 84,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2014 GMC Acadia airbags?
Yes, 2 recalls: 23V334000, 21V246000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the GMC Acadia have bad airbags?
The GMC Acadia model years with the most airbags complaints are 2014 (246 complaints), 2008 (150 complaints) and 2016 (130 complaints).
Other 2014 GMC Acadia problems
Electrical 90Engine 47Transmission 35Steering 26Driver assistance 25Fuel system 25Lights 20Brakes 9Acceleration 8Body 8Seat belts 7Seats 7Suspension 5Visibility 4Tires 3Locks 2Wheels 2
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