Used 2009 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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Like a Toddler - This car needs constant attention
Tiffany, Billings, MT, 01/14/2016
updated 07/24/2019
GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
84 of 85 people found this review helpful
In 2014 we bought a 2009 with 60,000 miles. One owner - low miles. Nearing a year later and not even putting 10,000 miles on it we have had to have continuous repairs done. Luckily we purchased the extended warranty offered thru the bank. The navigation went out. The front day running light burned out. The lift gate stopped working. Replaced the entire exhaust system. Replaced the Rack and Pinion, tie rods, steering hose. 2017 - the transmission went out and the rear heat did not work and was blowing cold air. Had to get that all fixed and was covered the warranty thru our bank. 2018 - still driving the same vehicle. Just recently had to install a new engine flex pipe. Warranty didn't cover this $1,000 repair. I keep wondering "What's Next"? 2019 - still driving the same vehicle. Alternator went out cost $1,500. Catalytic converter went out along with needing new spark plugs $1,200. Buyer Beware!
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No wonder GM went bankrupt
Dan, 10/31/2009
GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
50 of 54 people found this review helpful
We've had the car for about a year and a half. Put plenty of miles on it. It breaks every month. Its been back to the dealer 16 times since we've had it. Leaks, trans problems, failed water pump, electrical problems, brake problems, rear hatch lifters, etc. Whenever I see someone who has put all 10s in their edmunds review, I immediately discount those reviews as someone who is congratulating themselves for a purchase, rather than reviewing a car. The amount of lemon law lawsuits over the Acadia is stunning. Too bad actually, because this could have been a great car, but unfortunately, GM has too many problems as a company to take care of their customers.
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I wish I bought a Pilot
John , 03/21/2010
GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I had a Honda Pilot for the last 7 years. I loved that car. We bought the Acadia because we really liked the look of the outside. Now that we have owned it a few months the feel of the car has taken a toll. The interior plastic features are really cheap and the doors are not solid like they were in our Honda when you close them. I don't know why they used chrome trim in the interior it is a constant distraction when driving. The back seat floor area is a great crumb catcher for my two girls. I think the passenger seats gave up comfort when they made them slide and such as they do, nice that they slide but comfort was given up in our opinion when GMC did this.
Don't waste your time or money
motherof3nj, Livingston, NJ, 12/16/2012
GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
13 of 16 people found this review helpful
We are a family of 5 and my husband I wanted to purchase a vehicle that was not a minivan. With this in mind we looked for vehicles that had the 2nd row captain chairs and were in our price range. After searching we set our hearts on the Acadia. Sadly two days after purchasing the low tire pressure signal kept coming on. We had to return to the dealer for a spark plug to be replaced. However, when my husband picked up the car the next day all things went down hill. He left the dealership and the the car stalled. We were told that there was a problem with the transmission. Four weeks later and they were still repairing the transmission. Thats when we returned the car. So disappointed!!
Nice, but internals not so good.
Greg, Charlestown, IN, 01/07/2022
GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought a 2009 Acadia in February 2020. Mileage was less than average, but should have seen the warning signs. By June 2020 the timing chain was grinding turning the wheel to the left. Had it replaced in September 2020 @$3800 at a GM dealership and it came with a 1 year/12,000 mile warranty. March 2021, the water pump went out. May 2021 saw the rack and pinion go out, along with all the struts needing to be replaced, along with bearings in the front wheels. Also replaced rotors and brakes on a 4 wheels. November 2021 saw the grinding starting back up turning left. Timing chain started throwing coded again with the check engine light on. 14 months since replacing the timing chain, 2 MONTHS OUT OF WARRANTY, GM will not cover it. Fixing it is now over $4000. No thanks. Outside and interior of Acadia was excellent though. Towing was also great as a 6x8 trailer on the back felt light. Only towed twice and under 3000 pounds each time. Disappointed in my purchase and should have listened to other reviewers and mechanic who told me it's a lemon.
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