The Lemon Index2025 GMC Acadia.
The 2025 GMC Acadia is so far one of the worst years by owner complaints: 67 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 200, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about brakes, it has 0 recalls, and it gets 21 to 23 mpg combined. The best GMC Acadia year is 2013.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 67 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every GMC Acadia year. 2025 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
Recalls 0
No safety recalls on record.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems GMC told dealers about
GMC sent dealers 372 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the…
- This service bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenElectronic brake module component failure2026
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GMC Acadia SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| GMC Acadia SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2800–3050 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
dash lit up with ABS, traction control, and ESC warnings. Technician stated the entire brake system needed to be rebuilt. There is currently no ETA on when the parts to be able to accomplish this will be available.
2025 GMC Acadia owner · NHTSA complaint 11679053
More owner reports
Vehicle had a "service ESC" and "service brake assist". Dealership said the master cylinder is bad and it is not safe to drive. Now its sitting at the dealership with NO eta on parts and no loaner cars.
NHTSA complaint 11677129
Multiple brake warning lights came on while driving vehicle
NHTSA complaint 11673570
Quick answers
Is the 2025 GMC Acadia reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 2× the average car's complaints per car sold, against other 2025 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 200; 100 is average). The best GMC Acadia year by this measure is 2013.
What are the most common 2025 GMC Acadia problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are brakes (60%), automatic emergency braking (43%) and engine (9%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2025 GMC Acadia have?
None: NHTSA has no safety recalls on record for it.
What gas mileage does the 2025 GMC Acadia get?
21 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2025 GMC Acadia safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2025 GMC Acadia have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 6% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2025 GMC Acadia cost in fuel a year?
About $2800 to $3050 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2025 GMC Acadia have?
2.5L 4-cyl.
What GMC Acadia year is better than the 2025?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2013, 2016 and 2015.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works