Model year guide

2016 GMC Acadia

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 GMC Acadia is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 38 on record.

2016 GMC Acadia — representative photo
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2016 GMC Acadia at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints232
Combined18 mpg
Typical price$21,010

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2016 GMC Acadia recalls 4

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor NHTSA Campaign #15V609000 · 29/09/2015

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, and Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured August 18, 2015 to September 24, 2015. Due to a manufacturing defect, the windshield wiper motor may overheat when used.

Fix: GM has notified owners, and dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor cover assembly, free of charge. Owners are advised not to use their front windshield wipers until the wiper cover has been replaced. If weather conditions prevent operation of the vehicle without using the windshield wipe…

Seats NHTSA Campaign #15V833000 · 11/12/2015

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, and Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured November 6, 2015, to November 12, 2015. The affected vehicles have a the third row left lower seat frame that may have welds that are not in the correction location.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third row left side lower seat frame, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Buick customer serv…

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 …

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #23V334000 · 10/05/2023

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. GM began mailing final owner letters February 23, 2024 and will continue mailing through December 2025. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer serv…

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.

2016 GMC Acadia common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 232 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Lane Departure
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2016 GMC Acadia MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway22 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,500

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

What's a 2016 GMC Acadia worth?

Low
$16,902
Typical price
$21,010
High
$24,998

From 33 comparable 2016 GMC Acadia listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 GMC Acadia costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,150
Total$19,650
Per mile$0.26

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 ($21,010) with the same model 5 model-years older ($18,860), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2016 GMC Acadia trims & engines on record

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

2016 GMC Acadia vehicles on record

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Other GMC Acadia model years

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2016 GMC Acadia — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 GMC Acadia have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2016 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 2016 GMC Acadia?

Based on 232 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, power train, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2016 GMC Acadia get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 GMC Acadia at about 18 mpg combined (15 city / 22 highway).

How much is a 2016 GMC Acadia worth?

Comparable 2016 GMC Acadia listings run roughly $16,902–$24,998, typically around $21,010 (from 33 vehicles).

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