NHTSA Complaint #11495493 — 2021 GMC ACADIA

SERVICE BRAKES issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11495493
Vehicle	2021 GMC ACADIA
Component	SERVICE BRAKES
Date of Incident	August 16, 2022
Date Filed	November 30, 2022
Mileage	26,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	TX

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2021 GMC Acadia. The contact stated while reversing out of her parking space, the contact heard a squeaking sound coming from the brakes. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the brakes were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The dealer was contacted and stated that there was an upcoming recall and to wait for the recall. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle needed to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 26,000.

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