NHTSA Complaint #11485397 — 2011 GMC ACADIA ENGINE

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11485397
Vehicle	2011 GMC ACADIA
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	September 20, 2022
Date Filed	September 20, 2022
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	VA

Consumer Description

Looses power while driving. Cannot jump the battery it needs to be recharged every time. Power steering stops working while driving( low rpm and when stopped) dangerous for merging or lane changes. Engine shudders when trying to accelerate. TCM/ ECM replaced 2020. Problem still persists. Whining noise upon start of the vehicle. Auto start will not work. traction control light, check engine airbag and

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