Why did my GMC Acadia need a steering pump replaced?
The initial diagnosis by my GMC Service Dept, was a failed steering box which was replaced at a cost to me of $1,300. Two weeks later the same problem re-occurred. This time the steering pump had to be replaced because it was damaged due to fluid starvation from the first leak (no cost to me).
Why is my steering rack leaking on my GMC Acadia?
Has some good info on diagnosing PS issues. If the steering rack is NOT leaking, that means it is likely able to hold pressure, so it points to the PS pump failing to make pressure, which could be felt like a “locking” problem. Hope this helps. Click to expand… Here is what a 20 year experienced GM tech says about the power steering issues.
Where does the fluid go in a GMC Acadia?
Prior to these problems, there were no indications of a fluid leak on the garage floor or driveway. The GMC technician explained this to me as the leaking fluid goes into a rubber boot near the gearbox which can hold the entire contents of the pump.
What happens if you lose control of a GMC Acadia?
A young inexperienced driver could quite easily panic and lose control of the car and cause a serious accident and possibly a death. This is no time to play the ostrich game . . . Verbatim what happened to my 2011 at 19k miles. Just hit 48k miles on it and the same problem is returning.
The initial diagnosis by my GMC Service Dept, was a failed steering box which was replaced at a cost to me of $1,300. Two weeks later the same problem re-occurred. This time the steering pump had to be replaced because it was damaged due to fluid starvation from the first leak (no cost to me).
Has some good info on diagnosing PS issues. If the steering rack is NOT leaking, that means it is likely able to hold pressure, so it points to the PS pump failing to make pressure, which could be felt like a “locking” problem. Hope this helps. Click to expand… Here is what a 20 year experienced GM tech says about the power steering issues.
Prior to these problems, there were no indications of a fluid leak on the garage floor or driveway. The GMC technician explained this to me as the leaking fluid goes into a rubber boot near the gearbox which can hold the entire contents of the pump.
Why did my steering pump have to be replaced?
This time the steering pump had to be replaced because it was damaged due to fluid starvation from the first leak (no cost to me). Prior to these problems, there were no indications of a fluid leak on the garage floor or driveway.
Are there any problems with the 2008 GMC Acadia?
The 2008 Acadia suffers from widespread transmission failure around 75,000 miles. This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov’t agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem. So how do you find out what problems are occurring?
Why is my GMC Acadia steering wheel hard to turn?
The contact owns a 2008 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that the steering wheel was extremely difficult to turn in either direction. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the power steering pump was faulty and diagnostic testing was required. The vehicle was not repaired.
The 2008 Acadia suffers from widespread transmission failure around 75,000 miles. This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov’t agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem. So how do you find out what problems are occurring?
Why is my steering wheel difficult to turn?
The contact owns a 2008 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that the steering wheel was extremely difficult to turn in either direction. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the power steering pump was faulty and diagnostic testing was required.
How much does it cost to replace a power steering pump?
Know what price you should pay to get your vehicle fixed. The average cost for a GMC Acadia power steering pump replacement is between $583 and $925. Labor costs are estimated between $328 and $415 while parts are priced between $255 and $510. Estimate does not include taxes and fees.