Problems with 2007 GMC Acadia STEERING

This car is dangerous. driving 65mph on freeway when every service and warning light went on. replaced entire instrument cluster and replace ipc, could have killed us and others. also engine was removed to repair engine front cover leak at 39,000, now at 85,000 same leak repair is required at cost of $2926. that means every 40,000 miles you need to spend $3000 and have engine removed. power steering always made whining noise which i was told is normal. at 85,000 was told steering rack and pinion gears need replacement and i am sure the pump needs replacement as well $2000. when driving on the freeway could not stop on exit without brake pedal being pushed all the way to floor, stabiltrak light on could have killed us or someone. had to replace brake master cylinder. water pump was leaking after engine was put back in from 1st repair of front cover engine seal. timing chain has stretch you can hear it, but they only added thrust washers. rear liftgate - while loading groceries lift gate free fell closed on daughters head. was told rear lift gate shocks failed. could have killed someone. this car is a death trap. don't buy it. *tr

Lost power steering and alternator stopped charging during more then one rain storm. the serpentine belt gets wet and slipped because it's exposed to the element from the right front wheel well. *tr

We were driving between jackson hole and thayne, wyoming and got into a heavy rainstorm and started to experience a slight steering problem. it was not until we stopped and parked for a few minutes and then started up that we really experience a serious problem. the steering wheel began to shutter, making it extremely difficult to steer the vehicle to the point that we forced to park the vehicle until the next morning. after sitting over night and allowed to dry out, the steering improved, but there still remained a slight shutter as we start to move and attempt to steer either right or left. it has left us a little concerned over this matter, causing me to take it to our local gmc dealership (harmon's motor, provo, utah). they checked the water shields and found them in tact so they chose to replace the serpentine belt. otherwise,. there remains a slight lag or pause in the steering on start up when turning the steering wheel, which translates into a slight shutter. once under way, the steering returns to normal. *tr

2007 gmc acadia had a problem with the power steering gear assembly. *nj the dealer stated even though there was a rubbing sound, the power steering gear assembly had not failed and the vehicle was still drivable.*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 gmc acadia. the contact stated that the power steering would fail intermittently without warning and only when driving during inclement weather. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the wheel well shield was not properly designed to fit and when driving over puddles or wet roadways, water was entering the power steering compartment and causing the failure. the manufacturer was called who stated there was a retrofit for the front wheel well that would cost the contact $400 for installation. the failure was not under warranty and the manufacturer offered no further assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 69,000 and the current mileage was 88,000. updated 02/09/11*lj the consumer stated the power steering failed three times. updated 06/24/11

Bought a brand new 2007 acadia in july 2007. after several times of having it in the shop for a leaky sunroof, i thought all was well. about a month ago i noticed a very loud whining, especially on turns. turns out that the power steering pump is going out and dealership said i would have to have it fixed pronto! said it could be very dangerous to drive. so after paying over 36,000.00 for this automobile, i now have to pay 800.00 to replace a power steering pump on a new car that i have had for a year and a half. what?! the dealership said they could probably fix it soon. i hope since this is my only source of transportation for me and my family. *tr

Recurring problem with steering column replaced twice and steering pump replaced once. still the problem is not resolved. *tr

Loss of power steering while driving when it rains. *tr

Low beam headlights go out. i've also taken the vehicle in many times for noise in the steering column. eventually, i lose my power steering. everytime, they tell me there is a leak or steering gear problem and it has been repaired but it continues to happen. im taking it in for the 4th or 5th time now to repair the squeak in the steering. this vehicle is 5 years old and its been in the shop more than any other car that i have owned. *tr

Power steering makes loud humming noise. issue discussed with service tech during initial warranty period and told noise was due to pressure in ps system. owner told this is normal, but over the years the noise has gotten worse and annoying. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 gmc acadia. the contact was driving approximately 20 mph, proceeding to make a right turn. a complete loss of steering power occurred without warning. there was difficulty steering the vehicle which resulted in excessive force being applied to the steering wheel. the vehicle proceeded in operation with caution. the failure was consistent. the vehicle was taken an authorized dealer on four separate occasions for the identical failures with the replacements of the power steering pump. the failure mileage was 32,000. updated 05/11/10. *lj updated 5/24/10 *cn updated 06/11/10*jb

I was driving on i84 at 65 mph when i started a right bend when the steering froze up. the other time was when i almost crashed in to a hospital because the steering froze up. (just turn your car to acc. and try turning the wheel and thats the same problem i have at 65 mph. no steering. this is a very dangerous car and somebody is going to die or serious injurys will result. there are many complaints of this problem with this car on the internet. please if you just check the car or i have it stuck in my driveway with the problem.

1st there was a loud squeal, car had been sitting out while it was raining. then another time my power steering went out when i (had no choice) drove through a puddle. called a dealer because it's still new & they wanted to replace my power steering pump. over $500 cost there. i took it to an independent repair shop and they said it absolutely shouldn't be the pump because of the age & mileage, probably just a belt. checked it over and said the rain/water probably caused the belt to slip, which in turn caused me to lose power steering. he said some cars have shields to cover the belts for that reason and showed me where all this occurred. made sense to me and saved me a lot of money. i live in nc and my kids and i were visiting family in oh, i feel dealer tried to take advantage of that fact...long drive home...don't want to lose it. drove fine and still is now. of course, we don't have much rain here to really check it out. *tr

Power steering whines and groans at above normal pitch and is erratic, sometimes turns easily, sometimes freezes momentarily while driving, have checked all fluids etc. and everything is at mfg recommended levels. most prominent at lower speeds. *tr

I purchased a new 2007 gmc acadia in march 2007. in august 2008 (21,000 miles) i brought the car in because the power steering would sometimes fail, especially in the rain. dealer performed new liners per maintenance bulletin 07-02-32-010. returned car for service of the same problem october 2008 (28,000 miles) - dealer stated that they could not duplicate the problem. returned the car again in may 2009 (35,000 miles) for intermittent loss of power steering. dealer replaced the steering rack. brought the car back the next day because the problem still occurred. dealer replaced the power steering pump (was putting out half the required pressure). *tr

03/01/2008 - 16,000 i wasn't able to steer, power steering is completely out on the middle of the road 12/01/2008 - 32,000 - misfire in the 2 engine cylinders and was making lot of noise, dealer took 5 weeks to fix the problem 06/01/2009 - 41,000 issue with the engine making noise at start, had to make multiple trips to the dealer 06/01/2011 - 66,000 water pump leaking 03/01/2012 - 72,000 brake control failure 06/29/2012 - 76,000 broken wave plates, evaporater solenoid, and transmission failure most of these issues are very common in this model, gmc need to recall and fix once for all rather than waiting on the issue to happen on each vehicle. *js

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 gmc acadia. the contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. the vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnosis. the technician stated the power steering pump and the gear assembly would have to be replaced. after the repair, the contact noticed a whining noise in the steering. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where she was informed the power steering gear, pump and hose would have to be replaced due to a power steering fluid leak. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 7,000. *tr...updated 05/29/13 *bf the consumer stated the failure recurred . the pump and gear assembly were replaced april. 2013. updated 06/11/2013 *js

2007 gmc acadia fwd power steering failure. first instance feb 2008 (vehicle 9 months of age 38k miles), steering had a whine noise and become very difficult to turn. steering very heavy. took to dealer, power steering pump was replaced. nov 2008 steering starting failing again with the same symptoms. took to dealer and once again they replaced the power steering pump (mileage at 79k). feb 2009 steering again started failing with same conditions. took it to the dealer and they now replace the steering gear (mileage 89k). nov 2010 steering began failing again. took it to the dealer and they said it needed another power steer gear replaced. *tr

As i was driving on a major highway, i hit a water puddle with the right front wheel during a rain storm as i was about to make a right-hand turn into a parking lot. as i began the turn the power steering stopped working. had i not slowed down to make a turn, i would have hit a car in the parking lot, but i was able to avoid it, because i was going so slow at the time. i had all i could do, to turn the wheel and keep from hitting another vehicle. i called "onstar" and reported the problem. they asked if i wanted roadside assistance. i said i would wait awhile and see if it would work later. about an hour later it worked, but was whistling and groaning. i was able to make it home. the next day (sunday) i took it to the dealer and they didn't see anything wrong. they advise me to call the next day for an appointment, which i did. it went in to the dealer at 10:30 am that day. apparently there as a service bulletin about that problem and the fender liner/splash guard has been re-designed. a recall or letter notifying owners may prevent a serious accident. *tr

The 2007 gmc acadia and other vehicles built on the lambda platform are extremely dangerous. these vehicles intermittently loose power steering during the rain. gmc is aware of this aware of this problem and has created a service bulletin, but the alleged repair does not fix the problem. gm has known about this very dangerous problem and continues to allow these dangerous vehicles to be on the road. gm has refused to recall the effected vehicles. i have repeatedly reported this problem to the dealer, gm executives, gm engineers and the gm engineers have been aware of this dangerous product defect, but refused to act. *tr

When ever it rains producing puddles the power steering stops making it hard to turn. it has done this since having car. i checked with other owners they are having same problem. *kb

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 gmc acadia. whenever the contact attempts to turn the vehicle in either direction, the steering becomes very difficult. the contact noticed a clicking sound coming from the steering column. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and was serviced for the power steering rack and pinion. the contact did not notice any differences prior to the failures. the failure still persists. the current mileage was 25,000 and failure mileage was 8,500.

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 gmc acadia. while driving at any speed, the contact felt a vibration in the steering wheel and heard a grinding noise coming from the dashboard area of the vehicle. the steering wheel would lock up and made turning the vehicle very difficult. she took the vehicle to two dealers. the first dealer was unable to find any failures. the second dealer heard the noise and felt the vibration, but could not repair the failures. weeks after the incident, she took the vehicle back to the dealer from where it was purchased and was informed that the power steering pump failed. the failure was deemed to be a severe safety hazard. the dealer has been unable to repair the failure and they currently have possession of the vehicle. the failure mileage was 3,000 and current mileage was 9,000.

2007 gmc acadia with several serious safety issues. she states that the vehicle has had these problems: a large puddle of oil under the vehicle, windshield wipers stopped working, battery died and side curtain airbags deployed while driving. *kb the dealer told the consumer the front shaft seal needed to be replaced to correct the leak from the transmission. they also stated there was a drain on the system that caused the battery to fail. the consumer took the vehicle back to the dealer where they upgraded the transmission, which had to be done twice. the power steering made a loud noise, the consumer stated it sounded as if the pump was about seize and then the steering becomes hard. the vehicle rolled backwards while in drive on a slight incline.*jb updated 04/10/08