2019 Gmc Acadia Safety Report
2019 GMC Acadia Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2019 Gmc Acadia
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2019 Gmc Acadia. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Moderate (2) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (343) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 6 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Power Train | Compare power train issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2022 | Compare against the 2022 Gmc Acadia with 44 complaints and 3 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2017 | Check the 2017 Gmc Acadia before buying across this generation. |
Gmc Acadia Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Gmc Acadia years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Gmc Acadia | 82 | 6 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2018 Gmc Acadia | 368 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2021 Gmc Acadia | 133 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2017 Gmc Acadia | 680 | 4 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2022 Gmc Acadia | 44 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2016 Gmc Acadia | 227 | 4 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2019 Gmc Acadia Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2019 Gmc Acadia, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Power Train
98 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Gmc onlyUnknown Or Other
57 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Gmc onlyElectrical System
34 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Gmc onlyElectrical System,Unknown Or Other
17 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Unknown Or Other issues Gmc onlyEngine
16 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Gmc onlyPower Train,Electrical System
10 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Electrical System issues Gmc onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2019 Gmc Acadia
Reliability Score
The 2019 Gmc Acadia receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2019 Gmc Acadia
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2019 Gmc Acadia
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2019 Gmc Acadia:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission Failure Transmission issues have been reported, leading to slow takeoff and shuttering. This can be dangerous, especially in traffic. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Steering Assist Issues Steering assist codes, such as P0128, have been reported due to a stuck thermostat. This can reduce the effectiveness of the steering assist system. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Shift To Park Error The 'Shift to Park' error is a common issue, causing the vehicle to not register as in park and continue running. This can be unsafe. |
High | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System Issues Electrical system failures, including ABS lights and tire traction lights, have been reported. These can indicate underlying issues with the vehicle's systems. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2019 Gmc Acadia:
Transmission issues are a common problem, with 23% of reported issues related to this component.
Steering assist issues are a significant concern, with 15% of reported issues related to this component.
Electrical system issues are a frequent problem, with 10% of reported issues related to this component.
The 'Shift to Park' error is a common issue, with 8% of reported issues related to this component.
Recall Details for the 2019 Gmc Acadia
The following 2 recalls have been issued for the 2019 Gmc Acadia by NHTSA:
Summary: 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 during production.
Consequence: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Remedy: 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 customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this r...
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2019 Gmc Acadia
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2019 Gmc Acadia with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
It has the ABS lights on and tire traction light on check engine light on and given signs of failed transmission Slow to takeoff shuttering of transmission
I see where GMC Acadia is have a recall on transmission and if it’s the description of my two GMC Acadia’s, but when I put my Vin number in it doesn’t have a recall
Loss of steering assist code P0128 due to stuck thermostat.
In November 2022, I started getting a dashboard "shift to park" on my 2019 Acadia after I had parked and shut the vehicle off. At the time I took it into service to have it looked at/repaired, they told me there would probably be a recall on this issue,as it seemed to be a frequent problem, and I would get a refund for the repair. That recall never happened, and now my car is once again displaying...
My Acadia keeps an error message of "Shift to Park" this has been happening on and off for about 8 months. Now it goes on every time I try to shut my car off. I have to stop and start it up to 20 times before it shuts off. I am concerned that I may be somewhere and won't be able to turn it off. I know there have been recalls for this and I need this repaired. It's obviously a flaw on GMC and hones...
Error shift to park it come and go all the time. You cannot lock your car when this happens. Cost 500.00 to repair.. common problem for r This year.
Shift to park error on dashboard When turning the car off and it is in park, the car does not register that it is in park and continues to run electronics in the car. Causing the car to show the error on the dashboard. This runs the battery down and car may jump out of park and roll. Asked dealer to look at it and they refused due to it not being on the recall list for my vin #. No, dealer refuse...
The engine temperature gauge was reading cold when driving for 40 minutes and the fan was running on high. Also said steering assist reduced. Brought it in and had to replace the thermostat, because of the code they received. That fixed the issue.
Owner of a 2019 GMC Acadia Denali (VIN: [XXX] , current odometer ~87,164 miles), purchased new. In early February 2026, the check engine light came on. Independent diagnostic scan confirmed persistent P0420 code (“Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1”) as current, history, pending, and permanent. Inspection showed the front exhaust pipe bracket had snapped, damaging the flex pipe and ...
My car will be in park and it always says shift to park when its in park , this is very unsafe. Also when I change gears from park to drive or reverse the RPM revs up gets stuck then drops quick causing the hesitation and then kicks in.
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while attempting to park the vehicle, the gear shifter failed to shift into park(P). The vehicle failed to turn off, with the message "Shift to Park" displayed with an audible chime. The contact was forced to move the gear shifter back and forth before it was recognized that the transmission was in park(P). A dealer was notified of the fa...
My 2019 Acadia often will not turn off because it has a Shift to Park issue. Apparently it is caused by a faulty microswitch in the shifter assembly that fails to signal the Body Control Module when in park, leading to a persistent warning message, inability to turn off the vehicle and battery drain. It has been going on for at least 4 years. It appears there is a recall for this problem but wh...
Parts # 84733196 Harness ASM-TRAS CONT WRG and 84955379 SWITCH ASM-TRNS CONT have been replaced three times. This is described by dealer as a faulty PARK SWITCH. When this switch fails the vehicle is unable to be shifted to park. Vehicle needed to be located in a level position, wheels chocked and battery disconnected to safely disable the vehicle. Dealership and General Motors has been made awa...
Vehicle experiences multiple simultaneous failures including “Steering Assist Reduced / Drive With Care” warning, extremely loud cooling fan operation, temperature gauge not functioning, tire pressure monitoring system failure, and widespread electrical issues (windows, mirrors, infotainment delay). Issues occurred together and are consistent with numerous owner reports for 2019 GMC Acadia models....
My 2019 GMC Acadia has shift to park warning light that repeatedly keeps coming on I've tried to park it have to turn it off two to three times maybe four times I have paperwork that I have went to the dealer and they have fixed it twice with a harness that is failing it only is a temporary band-aid fix. Even though in Indiana we do not have a recall as I know of for this year I would need to have...
Shift to park alert continues to come on when car is already shifted into park. Car will not shut off without pulling car back out of park and shifting back into park. Causing a delay in all electrical attached to power down, potentially draining the battery.
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled unexpectedly. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The contact also stated that while coming to a stop and attempting to depress the brake pedal, the vehicle lost motive power but unexpectedly lunged forward. There was no warning light illu...
Started getting a warning indication when starting the vehicle that stated some portion of driver assist was not functioning (or some verbiage close to that). We didn't notice any difference in the operation of the vehicle and took it to a service shop after about a week. They did some testing and discovered the problem. I am not mechanical at all but they said there were several technical bulle...
My park to shift to park warning keeps coming on. It was replaced under warranty once and came on again comes and goes and dealership is not replace it again saying it isn’t tripping a code so it won’t get covered under the parts warranty.
Shift to park caused by a faulty micro switch. Woukd take up to 30 min to get car in park, leading to engine shutdown failures and possibly battery drain I did replace battery before I knew this was causing this. Messages did appear saying this was an issue ,must shift to park but no indication of how to do it. I got this repaired at barkley GMC Dec 29:30
Showing 20 of 343 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2019 Gmc Acadia
Has the 2019 GMC ACADIA been recalled?
Yes, the 2019 GMC ACADIA has 2 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2019 GMC ACADIA have?
The 2019 GMC ACADIA has 343 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 5 involved crashes. 2 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2019 GMC ACADIA?
The 2019 GMC ACADIA received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 GMC ACADIA?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2019 GMC ACADIA involve power train (98 complaints), unknown or other (57 complaints), electrical system (34 complaints). Other affected components include electrical system,unknown or other, engine, power train,electrical system.
How many crash reports does the 2019 GMC ACADIA have?
There are 5 crash reports associated with the 2019 GMC ACADIA out of 343 total complaints (1.5% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2019 GMC ACADIA have?
There are 1 fire reports for the 2019 GMC ACADIA out of 343 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2019 GMC ACADIA?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 GMC ACADIA.
How many injuries are reported for the 2019 GMC ACADIA?
2 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 GMC ACADIA. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2019 GMC ACADIA?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2019 GMC ACADIA is research thoroughly before purchasing. It has 343 complaints, 2 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2019 GMC ACADIA?
The components with the most failures on the 2019 GMC ACADIA are: 1. POWER TRAIN (98 complaints), 2. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (57 complaints), 3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (34 complaints), 4. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER (17 complaints), 5. ENGINE (16 complaints). POWER TRAIN is the single most-reported problem area with 98 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2019 GMC ACADIA?
Regular maintenance and monitoring of the transmission, steering assist, and electrical systems are crucial to ensure the safety and reliability of your 2019 GMC Acadia. The 2019 GMC ACADIA has 343 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2019 GMC ACADIA?
The 2019 GMC ACADIA receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 343 owner complaints, 2 recalls, and 6 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Transmission Failure and Steering Assist Issues.
What are the known issues with the 2019 GMC ACADIA?
Known issues with the 2019 GMC ACADIA include: Transmission Failure, Steering Assist Issues, Shift to Park Error, Electrical System Issues. These are based on patterns found across 343 NHTSA complaints. 2 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2019 GMC Acadia?
The most common issues include transmission failures, steering assist problems, and electrical system issues.
How can I check if my 2019 GMC Acadia has a 'Shift to Park' error?
Check the dashboard for the 'Shift to Park' warning light. If it comes on, the vehicle may not register as in park.
What should I do if my 2019 GMC Acadia has a 'Shift to Park' error?
Take the vehicle to a dealership for diagnosis and repair. This issue can be unsafe and should be addressed promptly.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Regular maintenance and monitoring of the transmission, steering assist, and electrical systems are crucial to ensure the safety and reliability of your 2019 GMC Acadia.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2019 Gmc Acadia
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2019 Gmc Acadia. The data includes 343 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 2 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 5 reported crashes, 1 fire incidents, 2 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2019 Gmc Acadia an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16