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What 447 owners told NHTSA about the 2014 GMC Acadia Denali

These are the actual owner complaints behind this car’s reliability verdict, filed with the federal government, unedited. They’re unverified reports, not confirmed defects: read them as leads for your pre-purchase inspection, not a diagnosis.

All (447)Crash / fire / injury (18)Airbags (237)Electrical system (82)Engine (39)Transmission & drivetrain (32)Steering (26)Fuel system (25)Electronic Stability Control (esc) (20)Lights (19)Brakes (10)Body & structure (8)

237 of 447 complaints match · Airbags · clear filters · page 7 of 10

Jul 27, 2023Airbags

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11534747

Jul 27, 2023Airbags

we got a recall letter stating the air bag part could explode and cause injury or death . i contacted my local gm dealer and they said no parts were available. i asked for a rental or loaner untill the parts came in they said no . i contacted gm and they said no.

NHTSA ODI 11534803

Jul 24, 2023Airbags

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11533994

Jul 12, 2023Electrical systemAirbags

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the air bag wiring for the driver’s and passenger’s side air bags needed to be re-soldered to the air bag sensors. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 133,440.

NHTSA ODI 11531917

Jul 10, 2023Airbags

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11531293

Jul 10, 2023Airbags

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of NHTSA 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. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11531398

Jul 7, 2023Airbags

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11530854

Jul 5, 2023Airbags

I called a GMC dealer in Cuyahoga Falls on July 5th and was told they could not fix the recall due to parts not being available. This recall is an issue with and air bag. The recall has been out for over a month and the car is 9 years old.

NHTSA ODI 11530415

Jul 5, 2023Airbags

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of NHTSA 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 and manufacturer were made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11530426

Jul 3, 2023Airbags

I'm concerned that if I'm in an accident and the driver airbag inflates metal fragments will pass through the airbag and into the interior of my vehicle and possibly kill me or my passengers. I've called a GMC dealer and they can't do anything because the parts aren't available at this time to repair. I called GMC customer assistance and they said there's nothing they can do at this time. I called State Farm, my insurance agency, and they said there's nothing they can do because I haven't been in an accident. I'm not satisfied with this outcome. I need my car to commute to work. I feel someone is responsible to do something for example cover the cost of a rental car.

NHTSA ODI 11530142

Jun 27, 2023Airbags

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11529137

Jun 27, 2023Airbags

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of NHTSA 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 not made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11529209

Jun 26, 2023Airbags

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V033400 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. An undisclosed dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available for the recall repair. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11528932

Jun 26, 2023Airbags

Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer and Hendrick Buick GMC Cary (115 Team Hendrick Way, Cary, NC 27511) were contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11529003

Jun 12, 2023Airbags

Took the truck for a inspection and goy a recall in the front airbags inflator may rapture

NHTSA ODI 11526628

May 24, 2023Airbags

General Motors Corporation, and two local GM dealers, have advised they do not have the parts to repair the air-bag inflators that are a subject of a recent recall and can provide no estimate as to when the required repairs can be made under the recall.

NHTSA ODI 11523680

May 16, 2023Airbags

Recall on Air bag system in 2014 GMC Acadia. My safety and my children safety is at risk every time we ride in vehicle. I have a warning light illuminating the airbag needs repair. When i purchased this vehicle it wasn't any issue to the system. I'm paying insurance on a vehicle that hasn't found a remedy for the issue and I cant afford to go without transportation. There isn't a time limit on when an incident can happen but as of now this recall is an issue and if it goes without remedy I will need new/other affordable recall free transportation.

NHTSA ODI 11522237

May 15, 2023Airbags

FOR A LONG TIME MY DASH HAS SAID SERVICE AIR BAG /

NHTSA ODI 11521998

May 11, 2023AirbagsCrash1 injury

I was hit in and intersection while making a left turn. The other vehicle was traveling straight and hit my back quarter panel. I was spun around twice and smashed into another car as well as a pole. NONE of my airbags went off. So glad my Kid's where not in the car!

NHTSA ODI 11521598

May 10, 2023Airbags

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11521435

Mar 1, 2023Electrical systemVisibility & wipersAirbags

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact stated while starting the vehicle the radio was inoperable and the air bag sensor would chime as if a passenger was seated in the passenger’s seat and not using the seat belt. Additionally, the power locks were inoperable, and the yellow lights for the blind side detection system were illuminated and remained illuminated. The contact also stated that the heater and A/C functioned sporadically. Additionally, the vehicle was difficult to start and would require several attempts before starting. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 161,000.

NHTSA ODI 11509763

Jan 24, 2023Airbags

Air bag light is on constantly. Unknown if this affects the airbag in terms of deployment during an accident or if malfunction is the problem

NHTSA ODI 11503414

May 20, 2022Airbags

My air bag service light is on when a passenger sits in it. Looking at others complaints this is a normal thing for GMC 2014 Acadia. I am wondering why a recall has not been done. I just bought this car 3 months ago and they are quoting me $600, stating it is not under recall list as it is not my curtain side air bag. Looking at others complaints- they have to have it repaired many times. This should be a recall!

NHTSA ODI 11465487

May 4, 2022Airbags

Thinking it’s possibly the front passenger air bag isn’t working properly. The Air Bag light will go on and off for no apparent reason while someone is or isn’t in the seat. Makes me scared for anyone who is to sit in the front passenger seat; knowing that there’s possibly a danger issue.

NHTSA ODI 11463382

Apr 19, 2022Airbags

Service Airbag light is on. Diagnostic code states it’s the wiring harness under the passenger seat causing an AMP draw. Mechanic told me there is a safety recall but I’m not seeing one for this issue, however I do see a lot of other complaints for this same issue. This is a safety issue and should be addressed.

NHTSA ODI 11461389

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