Model year guide

2019 GMC Acadia

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 GMC Acadia is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 24 on record.

2019 GMC Acadia — representative photo
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2019 GMC Acadia at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints365
Combined22 mpg
Typical price$30,931

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2019 GMC Acadia recalls 2

Tires NHTSA Campaign #21V115000 · 25/02/2021

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long du…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac cu…

Power Train:automatic Transmission NHTSA Campaign #20V668000 · 29/10/2020

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet custo…

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.

2019 GMC Acadia common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 365 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2019 GMC Acadia MPG & running costs

Combined22 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,875

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

What's a 2019 GMC Acadia worth?

Low
$26,999
Typical price
$30,931
High
$38,499

From 20 comparable 2019 GMC Acadia listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2019 GMC Acadia costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,375
Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,400
Total$18,775
Per mile$0.25

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 ($30,931) with the same model 5 model-years older ($26,509), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2019 GMC Acadia trims & engines on record

Trims
SLT 1 · SLE 2 · SLE 1 · Denali · SLT 2
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl · 2.5L 4-cyl

2019 GMC Acadia vehicles on record

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2019 GMC Acadia — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 GMC Acadia have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2019 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 2019 GMC Acadia?

Based on 365 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, electrical system, forward collision avoidance.

What gas mileage does the 2019 GMC Acadia get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2019 GMC Acadia at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 25 highway).

How much is a 2019 GMC Acadia worth?

Comparable 2019 GMC Acadia listings run roughly $26,999–$38,499, typically around $30,931 (from 20 vehicles).

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