2007 GMC Acadia Problems: 8 Known Issues
2007 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated September 2026
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2007 GMC Acadia has 8 documented known issues, with 6 rated critical. The most serious are Electric Power Steering (EPAS) Failure and Loss of Assist, 3.6L V6 Internal Water Pump Failure and Coolant Leak, Heated Wiper Washer Fluid System Fire Recall (08V441) — 2007-2008 Acadia, Heated Washer Module Fire Risk — Module Removed Under Recall 10V240000, 3.6L V6 Timing Chain Stretch and Premature Failure and 6T70/6T75 3-5-Reverse Wave Plate Fracture — Loss of 3rd, 5th and Reverse ($1,800-$4,500 repair). Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $120 to $4,500. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The certification label located on the driver's side B-pillar contains tire size information that may be illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT5 and GMC Acadia vehicles. The right-front half-shaft assemblies may be improperly connected to the transmission, causing them to separate.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT6, GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Blazer, Traverse, and 2022-2023 Cadillac XT5 vehicles. The transmission may have been built with an incorrect sun gear, which can result in the driver-side half-shaft disengaging from the transmission.
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2007 GMC Acadia has 8 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Electric Power Steering (EPAS) Failure and Loss of Assist, 3.6L V6 Internal Water Pump Failure and Coolant Leak, Heated Wiper Washer Fluid System Fire Recall (08V441) — 2007-2008 Acadia. Of these, 6 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2007 GMC Acadia has 8 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 6 issues are rated critical: Electric Power Steering (EPAS) Failure and Loss of Assist and 3.6L V6 Internal Water Pump Failure and Coolant Leak and Heated Wiper Washer Fluid System Fire Recall (08V441) — 2007-2008 Acadia and Heated Washer Module Fire Risk — Module Removed Under Recall 10V240000 and 3.6L V6 Timing Chain Stretch and Premature Failure and 6T70/6T75 3-5-Reverse Wave Plate Fracture — Loss of 3rd, 5th and Reverse. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
Repair costs for known GMC Acadia issues range from $120 to $4,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
GM special-coverage bulletin 10248773 covers specified 2007-2011 GMC Acadia vehicles with power-steering pump wear that can intermittently reduce hydraulic pressure and steering assist. Manual steering remains available but requires greater effort, especially at low speeds. Severity: high.
GM customer-satisfaction bulletin 13079 covers certain 2009-2013 GMC Acadia vehicles with 3.6L High Feature V6 engines (RPO LY7 or LLT) that may experience leakage from the water-pump shaft seal, often after operation with low coolant. Severity: high.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 GMC Acadia and 2024 Cadilac XT5 and XT6 vehicles. The windshield may have been assembled without the proper urethane sealant required to bond the windshield to the vehicle body.
AIR BAGS
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2022 GMC Acadia vehicles. The sensing diagnostic module (SDM) may have been left in "manufacturing mode" and not activated at the assembly plant prior to shipment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
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First-generation Acadias from 2007 and 2008 that were optioned with the heated wiper washer fluid system are covered by NHTSA recall 08V441000. The heater unit's printed circuit board can short circuit and overheat the control-circuit ground wire. What an owner may experience, pe… Severity: high.
GMC Acadias from 2007 through 2009 that were equipped with the heated washer fluid system (HWFS) are covered by NHTSA recall 10V240000. What makes this one notable is that it is a second bite at the same defect: GM recalled these vehicles in 2008 to add a fuse to the heated washe… Severity: high.
GM bulletin 12-06-01-009D covers 2007-2012 GMC Acadia vehicles with 3.6L High Feature V6 engines (RPO LY7 or LLT) and timing-chain correlation DTCs P0008, P0009, P0016, P0017, P0018 or P0019. Severity: high.
The 35R clutch wave plate inside the 6T70/6T75 six-speed transaxle cracks and fractures, allowing the 35R clutch piston to overstroke and leak apply pressure. The result is a hard flare or slip in 3rd and 5th gear and eventually a complete loss of reverse. Failures typically begi… Repairs typically run $1,800-$4,500. Severity: high.
The Lambda-platform hub bearing assemblies wear early — owners report failures well under 60,000 miles and, on the rear, repeat failures on the same vehicle. Two distinct symptoms come from one part: mechanical noise (a speed-dependent hum or growl that changes when the vehicle i… Repairs typically run $250-$800. Severity: medium.
The dual-zone HVAC case uses several small plastic-geared blend/mode door actuators. The gear teeth strip or the door binds, so the actuator hunts for its calibration position and produces a repetitive clicking or ticking from behind the dash or glovebox. The classic complaint is… Repairs typically run $120-$450. Severity: low.