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2017 GMC Acadia

4 recalls Risk Grade: A- Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #18V358000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
What Happened
The high pressure fuel pump in your vehicle is a critical component that delivers fuel to your engine. In some 2015-2018 models, this pump may come loose from its mounting flange and damage the fuel line.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel line is damaged, it could leak fuel, which could cause a fire. A fire in your vehicle can be extremely dangerous, so it's crucial to get this fixed promptly.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the high pressure fuel pump and the fuel line with new parts, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice, and it's recommended to get it done as soon as possible to ensure your safety.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.
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Critical #17V516000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's right front driveshaft might break and separate while driving, which could cause a crash or make the car roll away if parked on a slope.
Risk if Unfixed
If the driveshaft breaks, your vehicle could lose power and crash, or roll away if parked on a slope without the parking brake engaged, which could cause injury or damage.
Free Fix
We'll notify you when it's time to bring your vehicle in, and the dealership will replace the driveshaft at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles and 2017-2018 GMC Acadia vehicles. The right front intermediate driveshaft may fracture and separate while driving.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the front right intermediate drive shaft assembly separates while driving, the vehicle will lose propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. If the assembly separates while parked on a grade, without the park brake engaged, the vehicle may move unintentionally, increasing the risk of a vehicle roll-away.
Original — Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right front intermediate drive shaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17329.
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Critical #16V802000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's front brake calipers might have a problem with the seal that keeps brake fluid from leaking out.
Risk if Unfixed
If brake fluid leaks, your brakes might not work as well, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
You'll get a notification, and the dealership will inspect and replace the brake caliper assemblies for free if needed.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2017 Cadillac XT5 vehicles manufactured April 16, 2016, to May 9, 2016, and 2017 GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured April 19, 2016, to April 22, 2016. The front brake calipers may have a torn or misaligned caliper piston seal which may allow brake fluid to leak.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If there is a brake fluid leak, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake calipers, replacing the brake caliper assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2016. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 16096.
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High Priority #23V334000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
What Happened
The driver's air bag in your vehicle is designed to deploy in a crash to protect you. Unfortunately, a faulty inflator module in some 2014-2017 Enclave, Traverse, and Acadia models could malfunction and explode.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag inflator explodes, it could spray sharp metal fragments into the passenger compartment, causing serious injury or even death to you or your passengers.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty air bag module at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive a recall notice. You can also contact the manufacturer's customer service line for more information.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
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. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232404980.
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