Problems with 2008 GMC Acadia STRUCTURE

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. after turning the ignition switch to the off position, the engine would not immediately shut off. also, the vehicle would not immediately start when turning the ignition switch to the on position. the contact stated that the battery continued to lose power after turning the vehicle off and water leaked into the cabin of the vehicle. the cause of the failures was not determined. the manufacturer and highly buick gmc (3535 west loop 820 south, fort worth, tx) were notified of the failures, but no assistance was offered. the failure mileage was 115,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. when the vehicle was purchased used in august of 2009, water leaked into the passenger side of the vehicle when making turns. the vehicle was taken to j & j motor sales (6524 lake michigan dr, allendale, mi 49401, (616) 895-5184), but they could not find any leaks or diagnose the failure. the contact also checked on her own, but could not find the source of the leak. recently, the contact stated that water was collecting underneath where the blower fan was located on the passenger side, which caused it to short out. the contact was almost involved in a crash because the windshield would not defrost in the morning. the manufacturer had not been contacted. the failure mileage was 176,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. the contact stated that the sun roof was leaking water down the a pillar above the body control module main fuse block. the contact stated that the failure recurred five times. the vehicle was taken to gandrud chevrolet (3792, 919 auto plaza dr, green bay, wi 54302, (920) 309-5444) where it was diagnosed that there was an electrical short. the cause of the failure could not be determined. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact stated that the water traveled down to the driver's side door bulkhead plug and caused the shortage throughout the vehicle. the contact was a certified mechanic who replaced the body control module five times. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided a case number. the approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. the contact stated that the sun roof and area between the front driver's door was leaking water. the vehicle was taken to colonial auto center (located at 100 myers dr, charlottesville, va 22901) to be diagnosed, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. the manufacturer was notified and did not assist. the approximate failure mileage was 64,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. the contact noticed water leaking into the vehicle from the windshield and sun roof, which caused the radio, wiper blades, and turn signals to fail. the contact mentioned that the battery was moist due to the water. the vehicle was taken to mauer buick gmc (1111 mn-110, inver grove heights, mn 55077), but was not diagnosed due to the diagnostic fee. the vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the radio amplifier needed to be replaced; however, the cause of the leak was not determined. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 164,000.

We have a 2008 gmc acadia that now has approximately 164,000 miles. it was recently found out that a water leak has caused the airbag system to be come completely disabled. water leaks in these model vehicles are a known issue and gm has put out technical service bulletins about these leaks and how to fix them. because our vehicle is over the mileage limit the local dealership is saying gm will not warranty the leak repair or the damage to the airbag system from the leak. we are now faced with a bill of $1600 to repair the airbag system and unknown amount to repair the water leak and any other damage caused by it to the vehicle. what i do not understand is why a leaking sunroof with admitted factory defect issues from the manufacture has a mileage limit for warranty repairs. i can understand a time limit. this issue has now made our vehicle completely unsafe for my family to drive and ride in.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. while driving approximately 30 mph, the contact's vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle. in addition, the base of the driver's seat detached. the air bags did not deploy. a police report was filed. the contact sustained injuries to the head, which required medical attention. the vehicle was towed to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vin and failure mileage were unknown.

2008 gmc acadia. consumer writes in regards to vehicle lift gate problems after lift gate recall repairs. *smd the consumer stated the lift gate no longer opened. *jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. the contact stated that there were no failures until the vehicle was taken to the dealer and repaired per nhtsa campaign number: 15v415000 (structure). the dealer indicated that they completed the recall repair, but the liftgate came down twice without warning. the failure bruised someone's head. medical attention was not required. the dealer was notified of the failure and provided no solution. the manufacturer was notified that the recall remedy failed to provide a solution. the failure mileage was not available.

When it rains, water leaks from the air bags. water also leaks from the light fixtures and dvd player in the middle seating. water also comes in somewhere under the dashboard/electrical panel area, onto the passenger side floor. the last time it rained, there was standing water on my passenger side floor. this has happened while driving it in the rain and while it was parked. stablitrak and traction control lights are constantly coming on - even after looked at. - i have pictures of lights on. also constant service engine soon light problems. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. while driving approximately 70 mph, smoke and flames began to emit from the roof of the vehicle without warning. the fire department extinguished the fire and filed a report. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 151,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. while the vehicle was stationary, rain water entered into the cabin, which caused some electrical failures. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 115,000.

Front sunroof leaks and fills up floorboards with water. known issue with sunroof drains clogging and poorly sealed sunroof design. floorboards hold electrical equipment.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. the contact noticed one arm was fractured on the liftgate. the contact's daughter sustained injuries to the hand, but did not require medical attention. the dealer diagnosed that the arms needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. in addition, the contact stated that the vehicle failed to operate. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the cause of the failure was undetermined. in addition, the side air bag warning indicator illuminated contiuously. the manufacturer was notified of the failures. the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign numbers: 15v415000 (structure) and 14v118000 (air bags). the failure mileage was unknown.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. while driving at various speeds in rainy weather, the contact noticed water leaking from the top of the vehicle and dashboard. in addition, when the brake pedal was depressed, the pedal shook violently without warning. the vehicle was taken to a dealer on two separate occasions; however, the cause of the failure was undetermined. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 150,000. the vin was unavailable.

Rain water leaks in over the driver'seat saturating the roof liner running down the windshield column on to the floor. water shorted out the power window control. drain lines on both sides of vehicle are constantly being checked for blockage but no blocked. inside of windows get ice during winter and humidity buildup when temps are above freezing. i believe it happens more often when the car is stationary. it started about oct 2013

Lift gate: i took my vehicle in to dealership to have recall on my lift gate complleted ( 15240). upon completion, my power lift gate became inoperable. dealership then wanted me to pay $500 to make power lift gate operable. service adviser indicated to me that this has happened in the past with a customer with the same type of vehicle and they paid the $500. please advise what action i need to take. i have contacted gmc customer service with details of this complaint.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. while the vehicle was parked, the liftgate failed to open. the failure recurred several times. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was unavailable.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v415000 (structure) and stated that the part needed for the repair was not available. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

Sunroof continues to leak water. moisture mildew growth in interior. car gets saturated every time. driver side floor boards full of water. electrical warning lights continue to sound and flash...today it's the brake warning. water is corroding my electrical system...it's not safe! gmc keep ignoring this problem, even though this issue is an epidemic of complaints all over the web! this should have been a recall years ago! this is absolutely unacceptable!

Driving car on freeway and it caught on fire, no previous issues that would cause the fire. front of car and engine compartment caught on fire....updated 01/25/16 *bf

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. while parked, the vehicle's rear liftgate was up. when the contact placed something in the rear of the vehicle, the liftgate collapsed and struck her. there were no injuries. the liftgate was able to be opened, but the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the gas struts that hold up the liftgate needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v415000 (structure); however, the part to do the repair was not available. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 120,000. updated 1/20/16 ln

When it's raining , i have huge leaking on the passenger side , which damages my carpet and causing mold growth.now it's smell horrible and i have big concern about my babies health , it's unsafe to be in this car for long time.

Rain leak into car, water pouring into frame and trapped in frame of car, roof of car. water leaking out of airbag locations. when we drive, we can hear water moving around in frame, see water leaking out of airbag areas in frame of car. water trapped inside frame of car, rotting inside of car, mold, mildew potential, fire hazard. gmc says they are not responsible for repairs, car no longer under warranty. how can i safely drive a vehicle in which both the airbags and electrical system is compromised??

The vehicle described in this complaint has a leak on the drivers side sun roof. took vehicle to dealer to have problem resolved. tech indicated that water was draining slowly. tech indicated that drains were blown out and water was draining out in a faster rate. as of today's rain storm, sun roof continues to leak . leak occurs when vehicle is sitting still and during movement.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. the contact stated that the rear liftgate failed to open. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v415000 (structure) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. the dealer did not give a specific date for when the part would become available. the manufacturer was contacted and could not provide an estimated date for when the contacts vehicle would receive the recall repair. the failure mileage was not available. vin tool confirms parts not available.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. while the vehicle was parked with the liftgate opened, the liftgate fell closed independently with force and struck the contact on the head. the failure recurred on one other occasion and struck another passenger on the head. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v415000 (structure), however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 49,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. while the rear liftgate door was in the open position, the door suddenly fell down. the cause of the failure was not diagnosed. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the nhtsa campaign number: 15v415000 (structure). the contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure listed in the recall. the failure mileage was 40,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v415000 (structure) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect. ....updated 01/13/16 *bf the consumer stated the matter was resolved. updated 01/22/16. *jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. the contact stated that when the rear liftgate was opened, it closed extremely fast without being prompted. the failure recurred three times. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v415000 (structure) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 107,400. vin tool confirms parts not available.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. the contact stated that the passenger side fuse block was corroded and had an electrical shortage due to water damage. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 115,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. whenever it rained, the vehicle would flood and the check engine indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to a dealer (prado auto sales, new castle, de) and the contact was informed that there was no recall for the failure. a diagnostic test was recommended, but was not performed. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. the manufacturer referred the contact to nhtsa. the failure mileage was 128,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. while the vehicle was parked, the liftgate became inoperable without warning. the failure recurred on numerous occasions. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing, but they could not diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 71,000.

2 drilled holes in the sunroof are allowing water to flow throughout vehicle wiring harnesses. water has settled in engine and harnesses. in my case, the water shorted out the amplifier. worried that this could also create electrical fire or other malfunction(s). *tr

There is a potential fire hazard with the daylight running lights overheating before they burn out on both driver and passenger side. the bulb gets so hot that they melt the bulb socket causing an electrical fire hazard. the heat also has made the headlight housing brittle and cracked to where the socket wont stay in place inside the headlight housing thus causing the bulb to lay on the plastic causing a fire hazard. general motors knows about this fire hazard because i have called it to there attention and because they have a customer satisfaction program #13135. they have also recalled some 2007 and 2009 to 2011 vehicles but not 2008 with the same problem. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. the contact stated that during rainy weather conditions, water would enter the vehicle through the driver side of the vehicle and the undercarriage. as a result, the steering column and the emergency brake failed. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 92,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. the contact stated that the vehicle experienced several electrical failures. the rear doors would not unlock, the liftgate failed to open, the check engine indicator illuminated intermittently, and the battery failed while the key was stuck in the ignition. when the battery was replaced, the key was removed; however, the engine was still operable. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing where it was stated that the body control module needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified. the approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Water leaking after rain storm down to floor mats on both the driver and passenger side. we had our windshield recently replaced back in may of this year, so i thought that this was maybe the issue and took back to the glass repair shop. upon investigating further, they found that the issue was happening to many of the gmc vehicles on the electrical recall. i went to gm's website and entered my vin and nothing about this issue on our personal vehicle. in our small community there have been two house fires, major damage caused by the electrical system ignition etc on gm vehicles. we do not want to be the next victim. *tr

Back hatch on vehicle will not open. replaced fuse and still will not open, there is not a safety open included with this vehicle therefore the door cannot be opened from the inside. the full vehicle is not able to be used and is unsafe for third row riders in the event of an accident. *tr

I purchased this vehicle from the gm dealer in anchorage alaska on jan. 27, 2014. at approximately 63550 miles, during a hared rain storm, water entered the vehicle from some point. it poured out of the interior heating fan cover, under the glove box on the passenger side of the vehicle. it covered and soaked the floor mats and insulation around the area. in order to determine the extent of the leak, i removed the glove box and the heating system fan cover. the fan cover was completely full of water. i removed about 3 cups once and only hours later it was full again. *js

Water leaking into the floorboard saturating the carpet. *js

Water sloshing under the glove box, and getting on passenger's shoes. pulled plastic housing around blower motor to find it completely filled with water (same as described at this youtube video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnykjlhusxi). turns out the sunroof drain is clogged and the interior is filling with water (like in this youtube video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxzygdlln-u). the battery compartment is full of water. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 gmc acadia. in rainy conditions, the vehicle leaked water from the front driver side window, sun roof, and the rear of the vehicle. the contact smelled mold inside the vehicle. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the approximate failure mileage was 164,500.

Water leaking into vehicle cabin entering through panoramic sunroof and ending in the electronic components under the driver side causing multiple dashboard warning lights to turn on and inoperable at times when lit. on two instances vehicle unable to start took to dealership for repairs and after a few days and unable to replicate was sent home. currently breaks and electronic stability control lights come on and off intermittently and unable to operate cruise control. *tr

Problem #1 of 3: during heavy rains, water would leak in through the sun visors on both sides. took it to the dealership several times. they said the drain tubes from the sunroof were clogged, they blew it out, when that didn't work, they charged me to put it longer tubes, when that didn't work, they said it was because they only replaced the front tubes, not the back. problem #2 of 3: when driving through water puddles at low speed i lose power steering for a brief time (which is troublesome when turning). problem #3 of 3: two warning lights for airbags come on everytime i start the vehicle. i can push a button each time to make the written warning go away, but the red light with a picture stays on. not sure if the airbags would deploy or not. *tr

Fluid leaked from master cylinder to power booster no visible leaks repaired at my expense about a week later a bulletin from gm that was to extend my warranty to 10 year 120000 miles. there is a process in place to return my money. no safety recall ! both front struts have gone out . the air conditioner is causing problems because of off and on cooling. all of this is with in 55000 miles, the car has 55055miles as of this dated. there seems to be a process of no safety recalls but to issue extended warranty. we all know what recalls do to sales. *tr

First incident occurred when we went to a family reunion for the weekend. we were at a camp ground in a cabin and did not enter the car all weekend. it rained all weekend very hard at times. when we did enter the car to go home noted approx. 1 inch of water to the floor of both driver and passenger side of vehicle. at the time i thought maybe i just didn't have the sun roof closed all the way. dried it up and didn't think much more about it. car is garage kept so most of the time it is not exposed to rain. another day took my son to dentist, it was raining very hard that day on the way home water started pouring out of 3rd row light then noted sounds of water splashing around in headliner. i was able to dry it up and mentioned it when i had an oil change. i was told the drain tubes were probably blocked and did a check on those with no problems. as i said the car is garage kept so fortunately it has not been exposed to a lot of rain. however this week we have had a lot of rain the car has been parked out side while i work. yesterday when i came home i again noted large amount of water in floor boards. dried it up again with plan to take to dealer on next day off. today when i came home from work i had placed towel in sunroof area in case of more rain, towel was soaked dripping down onto seats floor was again soaked. when i got home turned key off, removed key but car continued to run, sputtered for approx. 2-3 mins then shut off. started it up again and shut it off removed the key and it did the same. heard a continued humming sound coming from engine. at this point i had worked all night so just left it. i will take to dealer tomorrow but it is out of warranty. i have researched this problem and found hundreds of complaints. no fix by gmc. *js

Water leaks in front driver and passenger side floor boards, hard to tell where the leak is occurring. water leaks everytime it rains and drips down onto the wiring and airbags. this causes the gas and brake pedals to become slick posing a safety issue. we bought the vehicle used and this is the first few times we've noticed it. water leaking on the wiring system cant be good everyone knows water and electricity do not mix. *tr

We were parked with the back end up on a slope, when we went down onto level ground a large amount of water came in between our windshield and ceiling- it poured onto our passenger side dash. we thought we got all the water soaked up right away. the next morning our car was making a clicking sound and wouldn't start. it wouldn't give the key back. when we jumped it- it wouldn't shut off. we had to unhook the battery- very dangerous. this went on for days. *tr

While attempting to maneuver out of a parking space, my wheels locked up. still thinking the wheel had turned enough, i attempted to clear a cement bea, however the car rolled into it. i was told that the tire had detached from the car "rod under the car" which prevented me from turning. *tr