2013 GMC Acadia: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2013 GMC Acadia: 3 recalls, 135 owner complaints and up to 19 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #14V118000 · 2014 · 1,176,407 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, increased resistance in the driver and passenger seat mounted side impact air bag (siab) wiring harnesses May result in the siab and seat belt pretensioners not deploying in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: Failure of the side impact air bags and seat belt pretensioners to deploy in a crash increase the risk of injury to the driver and front seat occupant.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected harness connections with soldered connections, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2014. Buick
Seat belts Vehicle recall #14V266000 · 2014 · 1,339,355 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the flexible steel cable that connects the seatbelt to the front outboard seating positions May fatigue and separate over time.
Why it matters: If the steel cable becomes fatigued and separates, the seatbelt May not properly restrain the seat occupant increasing the risk of an injury in a crash.
The fix: General motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair and replace the lap pretensioner, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. An interim notice will be mailed to owners in July 2014. A second notice will be mailed to owners once parts become available.…
Airbags Vehicle recall #21V246000 · 2021 · 108 vehicles
What's wrong: The side curtain air bags May not be properly attached.
Why it matters: Unsecured side curtain air bags May not perform as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 8 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (38): the most common themes are electrical failure (26), stalls / loses power (12), fire / smoke (6).
- Airbags (29): the most common themes are warning light on (6), fails to deploy (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (27): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (11), stalls / loses power (7), warning light on (5).
- Other / unknown (21): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (6), electrical failure (5), fire / smoke (3).
The 2013 GMC Acadia has 135 owner complaints, ranking #14 of 20 Acadia model years for complaints (well below the 278 average). Complaints peaked in 2019 (25 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 83,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2012 (296 complaints, 5 recalls), 2014 (462 complaints, 6 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | Regular |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 18 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2013 GMC Acadia have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2013 GMC Acadia. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2013 GMC Acadia problems?
Owners have filed 135 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (38), airbags (29), transmission & drivetrain (27).
What gas mileage does the 2013 GMC Acadia get?
EPA ratings run up to 19 mpg combined (3.6 L, Automatic 6-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2013 GMC Acadia repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.