Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (front, side and curtain air bags, sensors and inflators).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2007 GMC Acadia owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2007 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power with the battery saver mode activated. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic on two occasions, where the vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the alternator and battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired on both occasions; however, the failure persisted. Additionally, the service air bag and transmission warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that there was smoke coming from the battery. The vehicle had not yet been taken back to the mechanic or a local dealer for further diagnostic test or repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the warranty had expired. The approximate failure mileage was 63,000.
I bought car from a used car dealer ship. And didn't really notice it had an air bag light on the cluster . Because newer vehicles the our bags stay off for passenger side if know one is in the seat. So that's what I thought it was til I had it put on a computer. And it say it's a sensor for passenger side air bag
Tl* the contact owned a 2007 GMC Acadia. While making a left turn at approximately 5 MPH from a stop sign, a speeding vehicle crashed head-on into the front center of the contact's vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. Both the contact and a minor passenger, seated in the rear behind the driver, sustained injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The contact's vehicle was totaled and was towed to a tow yard. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
Takata recall- on 5-3-18 a car turned into the path of the GMC and the GMC collided with it head on. The other car (2004 Toyota camry) had its airbags deployed, but the GMC did not have its airbags deployed. Over $3000 front end damage of GMC (bumper destroyed). Vehicle driver seriously hurt in GMC. Vehicle speed about 35 MPH
2007 GMC Acadia, service traction control and stabilitrack keeps popping up. It loses the power steering off and on if you drive it in the rain at any speed. Windows can not be controlled by drivers master buttons. Vehicle has 173000 miles on it. Purchased used from buckeye Nissan. Noticed issues right away but their mechanic said there is nothing coming up when they hook up the diagnostics. No warranty when purchased used, this is my first vehicle purchase. I was able to drive the vehicle for a year then got the service traction control and stabilitrack reading and the vehicle would not go over 5 MPH. Still paying payments on the vehicle, I could not afford to take it to a mechanic so I purchased a cheap car from a friend and the Acadia sat in my drive way for 2 years. After I paid it off I started to look into repairing it. …
Premature airbag deployment I was jumping the Acadia from our 2012 Ford fusion due to a no start - no crank issue. The Acadia's battery was completely discharged, so I placed jumper cables onto the positive end from the fuse box and the ground terminal. The Acadia's horn worked, indicating electrical power, so I tried to crank it but it did not crank. I turned the ignition key to the off position and sat in the driver's seat for less than a minute before the driver airbag suddenly deployed. The passenger airbag did not deploy. Before this happened, the Acadia's alternator was replaced back in July or August. The car drove fine for about a month before the charging system failed and the car would not start again. The car sat in the yard for about a month before I tried to jump it off the first time. The car did start, but it died about 5 minutes later. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, another vehicle crashed into his vehicle in the middle of the intersection. Upon impact, the air bags failed to deploy. The contact stated that he was pinned in the vehicle and could not get out. The vehicle had severe damages to the driver side and was completely destroyed. The contact sustained injuries to his head and chest. The contact was taken to the emergency room by family. The police were notified and a report was available if needed. The manufacturer was notified who stated that a representative will give him a return call. The failure mileage was 91,000. Updated 3/10/13
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 GMC Acadia. While driving at various speeds, the traction control and air bag warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. Also, while attempting to make a left turn and accelerate, the vehicle would not respond. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the air bag module failed and would need to be programmed. The details for the diagnosis of the traction control could not be provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 07V062000 (air bags). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 158,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 GMC Acadia. The vehicle was being driven 50 MPH when the driver crashed head-on with another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy and the driver sustained injuries to the left leg and head. The police reported to the scene and a report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a body shop where the body damage was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and the contact was informed that an investigator would inspect the vehicle. The inspector stated that the control module was unplugged during the impact, which caused the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 47,000. Updated 2/8/12
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that the driver side curtain air bag (where the seat belt was located) was beginning to split open. Also, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to carway used auto center (50 perry st, lowell, ma 01852, phone number: [phone]) and informed the contact to take the vehicle to a GMC dealer. The vehicle was not taken to GMC dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 138,000.
Related recalls
Air bags › Frontal › Sensor/control module-inactive
On certain vehicles, the sensing and diagnostic module (sdm), which controls the function of front air bags, May not operate properly. As a result, the front air bags May fail to deploy in a frontal crash. Also, the air bag warning lamp on the instrument panel May fail to provide warning that the system is inoperative.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the sdm computer module. This recall began on February 22, 2007. Owners May contact GMC at 1-866-966-9463 or Saturn at 1-800-972-8876.
Airbag complaints in other Acadia years
Frequently asked questions
How common are airbag problems on the 2007 GMC Acadia?
NHTSA has 64 complaints about the air bags of the 2007 GMC Acadia, 15% of the model year's 428 complaints. The component named most often is frontal (5 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2007 GMC Acadia airbag problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 07V-062 (sensor/control module-inactive, Feb 21, 2007). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2007 GMC Acadia airbag problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 90,000 miles, and 8% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 8 crashes, 0 fires and 9 injuries to air bags problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.