2019 GMC Acadia

2019 GMC Acadia

The 2019 GMC Acadia is a mid-size SUV that seats up to seven passengers. It comes with three engine options: a 2.5-liter four-cylinder producing 193 horsepower and 188 lb-ft of torque, a 3.6-liter V6 producing 310 horsepower and 271 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder producing 252 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options include a six-speed automatic and a nine-speed automatic.

The Acadia is known for its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and user-friendly infotainment system. However, it has also been plagued by a number of issues.

Engine

• 2.5-liter four-cylinder
  • Intake valve carbon buildup
    • Description/Symptoms: Rough idle, reduced engine power, increased fuel consumption
    • Solution: Intake valve cleaning
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
• 3.6-liter V6
  • Timing chain failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Engine rattling, reduced engine power, check engine light
    • Solution: Timing chain replacement
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000+
    • Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V644000
  • Oil consumption
    • Description/Symptoms: Low oil levels, increased oil consumption
    • Solution: Piston ring replacement
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500+
    • Recalls: None Found
• 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder
  • Turbocharger failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Reduced engine power, check engine light, turbocharger noise
    • Solution: Turbocharger replacement
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• Six-speed automatic
  • Shifting problems
    • Description/Symptoms: Rough shifting, delayed shifting, slipping gears
    • Solution: Transmission rebuild
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V331000
• Nine-speed automatic
  • Shifting problems
    • Description/Symptoms: Rough shifting, delayed shifting, slipping gears
    • Solution: Transmission software update
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: Free (covered under warranty)
    • Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V666000

Suspension

• No Issues Found

Electrical

• Battery failure * Description/Symptoms: Dead battery, no power, check engine light * Solution: Battery replacement * Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $300+ * Recalls: None Found
• Alternator failure * Description/Symptoms: Dim headlights, flickering lights, electrical system failure * Solution: Alternator replacement * Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+ * Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Roof rack crossbars loosening * Description/Symptoms: Crossbars rattling, loose crossbars * Solution: Tightening crossbars * Estimated Cost to Fix: Free (covered under warranty) * Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V414000

Interior

• Dashboard creaks and rattles * Description/Symptoms: Noises from the dashboard * Solution: Replacing dashboard components * Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+ * Recalls: None Found
• Infotainment system glitches * Description/Symptoms: Screen freezing, unresponsive touchscreen, audio problems * Solution: Software updates * Estimated Cost to Fix: Free (covered under warranty) * Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V129000

Summary

The 2019 GMC Acadia has a number of issues, ranging from minor annoyances to serious mechanical problems. The cost to fix these issues can be significant, especially for major engine or transmission problems. Overall, the Acadia is a reliable vehicle, but it is important to be aware of the potential issues before purchasing one.