NHTSA Complaint #11701250 — 2021 GMC ACADIA

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11701250
Vehicle	2021 GMC ACADIA
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	January 1, 2025
Date Filed	November 24, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NC

Consumer Description

"STEERING ASSIST REDUCED. DRIVE WITH CARE" message, fan runs nonstop, even after the vehicle is off. Sounds like a plane taking off. This seems to be EXTREMELY common after doing my research. Please consider turning this into a recall!

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