Model year guide

2013 GMC acadia denali

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 GMC acadia denali is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2013 GMC acadia denali — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2013 GMC acadia denali at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints134
Overall safety5 / 5 ★

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2013 GMC acadia denali recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2013 GMC acadia denali.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2013 GMC acadia denali common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 134 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2013 GMC acadia denali safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 15.5% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2013 GMC Acadia Denali SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

Seat Belt Anchor Cable Failure Closed

On May 19, 2014, General Motors LLC (GM) notified the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) that it would conduct Safety Recall 14V266 to address fatigue and separation of the flexible steel cable that connects the front outboard seat belts to the seat-mounted belt pre-tensioner in 1.4 million model year (MY) 2009-2010 Saturn Outlook, 2009-2014 Buick Enclave, GMC Acadia and Chevrolet Traverse (Lambda Platform) vehicl…

NHTSA #RQ19003 · Seat Belts · opened May 2019 · closed Aug 2020

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 1522

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 1522.

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902S · Jun 2025

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P2097 or P2099. Technician will need to perform an inje…

Bulletin PIP4964F · May 2025

This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.

Bulletin PI0281L · Steering, Suspension, Power Train · Apr 2025

This service bulletin provides a procedure to flush and bleed power steering system to correct a power steering noise or fluid leak concern that is caused during extremely low temperatures.

Bulletin 13-02-32-001H · Steering · Apr 2025

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.

Bulletin 07-00-89-037W · Apr 2025

This service bulletin provides information on the proper Reflective High Temperature Heat and/or Insulating Tape to use for certain repairs, such as Wiring Harness Repairs.

Bulletin 25-NA-087 · Electrical System · Apr 2025

The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.

Bulletin 13-08-116-001K · Electrical System · Mar 2025

This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to oil in system.

Bulletin 25-NA-052 · Engine · Mar 2025

This service bulletin provides a procedure on how to clean and resurface aluminum wheel bead seats for vehicles that have the condition of Tire Slowly Goes Flat, Tire Air Loss, Low Tire Pressure Warning Light Illuminated, Aluminum Wheel Bead Seat Corrosion.

Bulletin 08-03-10-006I · Wheels · Mar 2025

This service bulletin provides information to diagnose batteries that have set for a long period of time and/or cold weather climates and testing those batteries.

Bulletin 15-06-03-001F · Electrical System · Mar 2025

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the ACADIA DENALI FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2013 GMC acadia denali trims & engines on record

Trims
Denali
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl

2013 GMC acadia denali vehicles on record

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2013 GMC acadia denali — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 GMC acadia denali have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2013 GMC acadia denali. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 GMC acadia denali?

Across all 134 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, air bags, power train.

What is the 2013 GMC acadia denali safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2013 GMC acadia denali an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.