2014 GMC Acadia: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2014 GMC Acadia: 6 recalls, 462 owner complaints and up to 19 mpg combined.
Recalls
6 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #14V092000 · 2014 · 355 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the transmission shift cable adjuster May disengage from the transmission shift lever. As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect." they also fail to conform to fmvss number 114, "theft protection and rollaway prevention."
Why it matters: If a vehicle's shift cable disengages from the transmission shift lever, a driver May be unable to shift gear positions and the indicated shift position May not represent the gear position the vehicle is in. Should a disengagement occur while the vehicle is being driven, when the driver goes to…
The fix: General motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any affected transmission shift cable adjusters, free of charge. The recall began on April 10, 2014. Chevrolet
Electrical, Electrical Vehicle recall #14V223000 · 2014 · 51,640 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the engine control module (ECM) software May cause the fuel gauge to read inaccurately.
Why it matters: An inaccurate fuel gauge May result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECM to correct the fuel gauge reading, free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2014.
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.…
Electrical Vehicle recall #14V614000 · 2014 · 106,307 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the chassis electronic module May be internally contaminated, resulting in an electrical short.
Why it matters: If the module experiences an electrical short, the vehicle could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chassis electronic module, free of charge. The recall began on December 26, 2014.
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.
Airbags Vehicle recall #23V334000 · 2023 · 995,085 vehicles
What's wrong: The driver's air bag inflator May explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Why it matters: An inflator explosion May result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 17 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (246): the most common themes are warning light on (44), deploys unexpectedly / inflator (8).
- Electrical (90): the most common themes are electrical failure (46), stalls / loses power (34), warning light on (27).
- Engine (45): the most common themes are warning light on (19), stalls / loses power (19), electrical failure (14).
- Transmission & drivetrain (34): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (22), warning light on (8), stalls / loses power (8).
The 2014 GMC Acadia has 462 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 20 Acadia model years for complaints (1.7× the average Acadia year). Complaints peaked in 2023 (95 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 8 years old, at a median of 59,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2013 (135 complaints, 3 recalls), 2015 (243 complaints, 4 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 2014 GMC Acadia have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 2014 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 2014 GMC Acadia problems?
Owners have filed 462 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (246), electrical (90), engine (45).
What gas mileage does the 2014 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 2014 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.