2008 GMC Acadia vs 2008 Honda CR-V
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 GMC Acadia | 2008 Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 854 | 960 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 11 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,124 | 97 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 44 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 22–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 83,000 mi | 76,650 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Acadia | Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 150 | 325 |
| Electrical System | 153 | 218 |
| Power Train | 279 | 37 |
| Steering | 133 | 70 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 200 |
| Structure | 87 | 93 |
| Engine | 124 | 23 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 57 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 74 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 68 | 7 |
| Stalling | 44 | 23 |
| Water leaks | 44 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 34 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 31 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 23 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 15 | 0 |
2008 GMC Acadia
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.