GMC · Acadia · 2018
2018 GMC Acadia
2
Recalls
372
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2018 GMC Acadia has 2 recalls and 372 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: power train (110 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2018 GMC Acadia page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is power train with 110 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to see whether the 2018 GMC Acadia reports cluster around one repeated symptom or spread across multiple systems.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2018 GMC Acadia currently shows 2 NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 372 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 5/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are power train (110), unknown or other (84), electrical system (45).
- Vehicle
- 2018 GMC Acadia
- Recalls
- 2
- Complaints
- 372
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
15.0% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: OptionalLane Departure Warning: Optional
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 18V358000May 31, 2018
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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.
Remedy Status
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.
NHTSA ID: 17V516000August 22, 2017
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
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.
Remedy Status
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.
Owner Complaints
372 totalPOWER TRAIN
Apr 6, 2026
The contact owns a 2018 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that upon parking the vehicle and attempting to turn off the vehicle, the message "Shift to Park" was displayed while the gear shifter was in park(P). The contact parked the vehicle and turned off the vehicle after several at...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 14, 2026
Vehicle warning light, and noise alerts when placing in park. Vehicle does not register PARKED. Vehicle has to be restarted several times and shifter moved in and out of park until registers as parked. When viewed by mechanic, it was stated there has been a recall to contact manu...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 10, 2026
Car does not turn off, says “Shift to Park” but car already is in park and car won’t turn off.
POWER TRAIN
Mar 9, 2026
The contact owns a 2018 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while shifting into park(P), the gear shift indicator failed to display that the vehicle was in park(P) on the instrument panel, even though the vehicle was in park(P). The gear shifter was shifted continuously until the...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 6, 2026
Vehicle dies with no warning, no warning lights, no power even emergency flashers are inoperative, almost like it got hit by an EMP
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 1, 2026
Dear General Motors Customer Assistance Center, I am writing to formally file a complaint and request assistance regarding a serious mechanical failure with my 2018 GMC Acadia SLT. I purchased this vehicle when it had approximately 7,000 miles on it after it was transported fro...
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POWER TRAIN
Feb 1, 2026
2018 GMC Acadia comes up with an error message "shift to park" and does not allow me to fully engage my car into the parked position when stopped and parking.
POWER TRAIN
Jan 20, 2026
Gear shifter will not go into park.
POWER TRAIN
Jan 20, 2026
The contact owns a 2018 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle and attempting to shift into park, the vehicle failed to recognize that the transmission was in park(P). There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that several attempts were re...
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POWER TRAIN
Jan 12, 2026
Car will not shift into park therefore I cannot turn the car off without disconnecting the battery. Dangerous bc you don’t know if the car is in park or not when you have to get out and stand in front of car to life hood and disconnect battery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2018 GMC Acadia have?
The 2018 GMC Acadia has 2 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2018 GMC Acadia?
NHTSA has received 372 owner-reported complaints for the 2018 GMC Acadia.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2018 GMC Acadia?
The 2018 GMC Acadia received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 GMC Acadia?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2018 GMC Acadia are power train (110 reports), unknown or other (84 reports), electrical system (45 reports).
Does the 2018 GMC Acadia have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 2 recalls on record for the 2018 GMC Acadia. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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