Recalls ·2021 GMC Acadia FWD

2021 GMC Acadia FWD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 GMC Acadia FWD; the most frequently affected component is back over prevention — camera. Owners filed 149 complaints, most often about engine. Among the 20 model years of this model in the database, 2021 ranks #17 for number of recalls.

Recalls2
Complaints149
Crashes reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (2)

Back over prevention — CameraCampaign 22V709000 · 22 Sep 2022

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.

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 — Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCampaign 21V422000 · 03 Jun 2021

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.

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.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Engine12 · 30%
Electrical system9 · 22%
Steering8 · 20%
Unknown or other5 · 12%
Service brakes5 · 12%
Power train4 · 10%
Fuel system4 · 10%
Gasoline4 · 10%

When complaints were filed

202511
202629

From owner complaints

Vehicle's engine incurred coolant temperature issues, set dtc code, and cooling fan ran after engine was turned off. Dealer diagnosed as thermostat failure and completed repairs. Dealer checked and found no service assistance for repair even though there was a back order for replacement parts and was secured through…

Engine · Nov 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

The infotainment center/and On Star alert systems ( crash detections / SOS ) No access to anything in the infotainments center along with most of the safety setting not alerting due to and over the air update failure. yes is available for inspection upon request. all On star safety features are not working if a crash…

Electrical system · Nov 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

For the 3rd time of ownership the cooling fan stays on after vehicle is turned off and the display “steering assist is reduced, drive with caution”.

Steering · Nov 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

"STEERING ASSIST REDUCED. DRIVE WITH CARE" message, fan runs nonstop, even after the vehicle is off. Sounds like a plane taking off. This seems to be EXTREMELY common after doing my research. Please consider turning this into a recall!

Steering · Nov 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.