Model year guide

2013 GMC Acadia

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 GMC Acadia is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 84 on record.

2013 GMC Acadia — representative photo
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2013 GMC Acadia at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints138
Combined19 mpg
Typical price$24,901

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2013 GMC Acadia recalls 3

Seat Belts NHTSA Campaign #14V266000 · 20/05/2014

General Motors is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured April 14, 2008, through May 14, 2014, Chevrolet Traverse vehicles manufactured June 6, 2008, through May 14, 2014, and GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured April 9, 2008, through May 14, 2014, and 2009-2010 Saturn Outlook vehicles manufactured April 14, 2008, through March 18, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the flexible steel c…

Fix: General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair and replace the lap pretensioner, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. An interim notice will be mailed to owners in July 2014. A second notice will be mailed to owners once parts become available…

Air Bags:side/window NHTSA Campaign #14V118000 · 17/03/2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Buick Enclave and GMC Acadia and 2009-2013 Chevrolet Traverse and 2008-2010 Saturn Outlook vehicles. In the affected vehicles, increased resistance in the driver and passenger seat mounted side impact air bag (SIAB) wiring harnesses may result in the SIAB and seat belt pretensioners not deploying in the event of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected harness connections with soldered connections, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2014. Buick owners may contact the owner center at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet owners at 1-866-694-6546, Saturn at 1-800-553-6000, and GMC owners …

Air Bags:critical Fasteners NHTSA Campaign #21V246000 · 08/04/2021

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017 Buick Enclave, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011-2016 GMC Acadia vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, realign or replace the weld nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2021. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer …

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2013 GMC Acadia common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 138 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
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.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2013 GMC Acadia MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,325

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2013 GMC Acadia worth?

Low
$15,500
Typical price
$24,901
High
$34,750

From 78 comparable 2013 GMC Acadia listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 GMC Acadia costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,625
Depreciation (5 yrs)$14,400
Total$31,025
Per mile$0.41

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($24,901) with the same model 5 model-years older ($10,507), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2013 GMC Acadia trims & engines on record

Trims
Denali · SLT-1 · SLE-1 · SLE-2 · SLT 1 · SLE 2 · SLE 1 · SLT-2
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl

2013 GMC Acadia vehicles on record

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2013 GMC Acadia — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 GMC Acadia have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 GMC Acadia. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 GMC Acadia?

Based on 138 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, electrical system, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2013 GMC Acadia get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2013 GMC Acadia at about 19 mpg combined (17 city / 24 highway).

How much is a 2013 GMC Acadia worth?

Comparable 2013 GMC Acadia listings run roughly $15,500–$34,750, typically around $24,901 (from 78 vehicles).

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