2021 GMC Acadia recalls

2 safety recalls, 156 owner complaints and a 5-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

2Recalls
156Complaints
8Crashes & fires reported
5/5NHTSA overall rating

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2021 GMC Acadia recall list

Back Over Prevention recall

22V-709
September 22, 2022 · General Motors, LLC
Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia vehicles equipped with the optional Surround Vision feature. The rearview camera coaxial cable connectors may have been crimped improperly, causing the rearview camera to fail or function intermittently.
Safety risk
An inoperative rearview camera can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the coaxial cables, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222378380.

Fuel System, Gasoline recall

21V-422
June 3, 2021 · General Motors, LLC
Problem
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The fuel supply lines may be improperly attached and seated.
Safety risk
Improperly attached and seated fuel supply lines may loosen or separate, causing a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace fuel supply lines as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 1, 2021. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212335590.

2021 GMC Acadia owner complaints

156 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 0 fires, 4 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Electrical System40
Engine30
Fuel/Propulsion System26
Unknown or Other21
Steering18
Service Brakes18
Power Train17
Air Bags10
Forward Collision Avoidance7
Vehicle Speed Control7

Recent complaints

October 29, 2026Electrical System

Vehicle stalled several times. Check engine light and many code came up. Crack sensors replaced. Veh still stalls. Dealer and independent dealer believes it might be cpu. All wires from cpu checked with no issue found. When veh stalls if you manipulate the wire veh will start and run with demished power and demished steering control. Rpm go to off mode. Has happened on highway and side road. Very scary with 3 kids in car on highway.... not able to resolve issue. Veh has a little less then 60k

October 25, 2026SteeringEngine

Car was running great and mins later I get an error stating steering assist is reduced -Drive with care. Vehicles temperature gauge is stuck at cold and fans turn on after turning off the vehicle. I had the vehicle serviced at Dave White on Alexis Rd in Sylvania almost exactly a year ago for the same reason. Was told by the service manager the issue was a computer update and not the thermostat and proceeded to charge for the "update" no issues with vehicle until now.

October 16, 2026Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness

The magnetic chest clip does NOT latch. It can easily be pulled apart by hand. It compromises my child’s safety tremendously by allowing the harness straps to slip off of her shoulders in event of a crash leading to a projected infant. Upon doing further research and posting in my moms group on facebook i’ve found countless reports dating back to 2023 where this magnetic chest clip is a terrible design and idea. Many consumers reported to the manufacturer and received multiple replacements and regretted buying the $360+ car seat. It needs recalled and removed IMMEDIATELY before they have an ejected child lawsuit or many.

October 16, 2026Electrical SystemAir BagsForward Collision AvoidanceCrash1 injury

The contact owns a 2021 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, traffic stopped abruptly, and the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard; however, the vehicle continued to accelerate while the Forward Collision Avoidance warning feature activated with a red warning light on the instrument panel. The contact attempted to steer off the road to avoid a collision; however, the vehicle crashed into the vehicle ahead, resulting in a three-vehicle collision. The air bags did not deploy upon impact. Another driver involved claimed unknown injuries, and the contact sustained whiplash but did not seek medical attention. Police were called, but a police report was not filed at

October 15, 2026Unknown or OtherFuel/Propulsion System

exhaust flex pipe is cracked. Causes fumes of gas to be released through the crack. inspected by GMC Repair shop Vibrating noise started, then a few days later the smell of gas, and now yes the Engine light is on. This has been on going for about 3 weeks.

2021 GMC Acadia crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2021 GMC Acadia SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2021 GMC Acadia SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2021 GMC Acadia: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning optional, lane departure warning optional. Rollover risk: 15.1%.

2021 GMC Acadia recall FAQ

Does the 2021 GMC Acadia have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2021 GMC Acadia. The most recent, filed September 22, 2022, concerns the back over prevention.

What are the most common 2021 GMC Acadia problems?

Owners have filed 156 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is electrical system (40 reports), followed by engine.

Is the 2021 GMC Acadia safe?

The 2021 GMC Acadia earned up to a 5-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2021 GMC Acadia?

Contact any authorized GMC dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.