What are the problems with a 2010 GMC Acadia?
1 Engine Failure 2010 Acadia Average Cost to Fix: $8,900 Average Mileage: 104,000 mi 2 Prematurely Worn Timing Chain 2010 Acadia Average Cost to Fix: $3,000 Average Mileage: 88,000 mi 3 Steering Rack Leak 2010 Acadia
What kind of SUV is the GMC Acadia?
The 2010 GMC Acadia is a large crossover SUV offered in four trims: base SL, SLE, SLT-1 and SLT-2.
How often is the GMC Acadia in the shop?
The Acadia is in the shop every 2-3 months, on average, for problems big and small not counting routine maintenance like oil changes. For comparison, my German-made vehicle is in the shop 1-2 times A YEAR. We spend many hundreds (if not thousands) more maintaining the Acadia than our other car.
Why did my steering rack fail on my GMC Acadia?
The last straw was the failure of the timing chain, a part that should not fail—ever—on any well-maintained engine (they generally outlast the engine). That was a $2k+ repair that pushed our 3-year maintenance total to ~$8,000. The steering rack also failed for the 3rd time.
What kind of car is the GMC Acadia?
The GMC Acadia offers the utility of a big SUV with the refinement and fuel-efficiency of a car. The Acadia is a crossover SUV, meaning it looks like a truck but it uses unibody construction like a car.
How much weight can a GMC Acadia haul?
Properly equipped, the GMC Acadia can tow 5,200 pounds, while a Yukon is rated to pull 7,500 pounds or more. Based on the Sierra full-size pickup, the Yukon can handle rugged terrain that the Acadia cannot.
Where was the 2010 GMC Acadia last serviced?
1st owner purchased on 02/25/10 and owned in NJ until 05/18/18 • 2nd owner purchased on 08/14/18 and owned in NJ until 12/21/20. 1st owner drove an estimated 10,732 miles/year • 2nd owner drove an estimated 7,817 miles/year. Last serviced at 106,956 miles in Bordentown, NJ on 02/11/21 • Vehicle serviced • Engine checked.
Are there any problems with the GMC Acadia?
Check out our GMC Acadia overview to see the most problematic years, worst problems and most recently reported complaints with the Acadia.
Is the GMC Acadia a good resale car?
Though higher priced than its competitors, the Acadia is expected to have excellent resale value, remaining higher than the Ford Explorer and Dodge Durango, but just below the Honda Pilot. Thanks to unit-body construction and street-focused suspension, the 2010 GMC Acadia drives more like a car than an SUV.
What’s the tow rating for a GMC Acadia?
Its available all-wheel-drive system is designed to enhance traction during on-road driving, not during off-highway adventures. A maximum tow rating of 5,200 pounds may also be a deterrent. For 2010, the Acadia receives a new USB port on its high-end audio systems, available 20-inch chrome wheels and a Yukon Denali style roof rack.