NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 GMC Acadia Safety Ratings
The 2025 GMC Acadia scores 87 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 58 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 GMC Acadia earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 87/100, placing it in the Strong band. With five-star overall NHTSA crash performance and zero active recalls, it presents a solid safety profile for this model year, though a one-point dip from 2024 and complaint volume merit attention.
The 2025 GMC Acadia received a five-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, based on NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 153 SUVs from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 GMC Acadia ranks 93 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 87 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 18.5% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 58 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 93 of 153 SUVs tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 GMC Acadia?
The 2025 GMC Acadia sits one point below its 2024 predecessor, slipping from 88 to 87 on the NHTSA Safety Index while remaining firmly in the Strong band. The decline is narrow and does not signal a structural safety change, but it is worth understanding where the numbers land. Crash protection is the engine of the score, contributing 66 of a possible 70 points, anchored by five-star frontal and side ratings from NHTSA. The avoidance technology sub-score of 2 out of 10 is the softest segment of the index, reflecting the mixed standard-and-optional status of forward collision warning and lane departure warning rather than an absence of the technology. The defect record sub-score of 19.25 out of 20 is bolstered by the clean recall slate, a genuine distinction for a vehicle this new. What pulls the year into sharper focus is the complaint picture: 58 reported allegations, with Service Brakes accounting for 36 of them and Forward Collision Avoidance accounting for 19. These are unverified consumer reports, not confirmed defects, but the concentration in two specific systems is a pattern worth monitoring as NHTSA continues to receive filings.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 GMC Acadia perform in crash tests?
The 2025 GMC Acadia achieves a top overall safety rating from NHTSA, matching this score in both frontal and side impact protection. The rollover assessment is the only category where the Acadia does not earn a perfect score, instead receiving a 19-percent estimated risk of rollover. This result is, however, contextualized by a "No Tip" outcome in the dynamic tip test, indicating a stable response during that specific maneuver.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20422
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 GMC Acadia have any recalls?
The 2025 GMC Acadia has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for this model year. There are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this vehicle. Shoppers should still run a VIN check directly through NHTSA, as campaigns can be issued at any time after a model year launches.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 GMC Acadia?
Fifty-eight unverified consumer allegations have been reported to NHTSA for this model year. The top components cited in these unverified reports are Service Brakes with 36 allegations and Forward Collision Avoidance with 19. One alleged crash and one alleged injury appear in the dataset, though none of these claims have been established as fact.
58 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 GMC Acadia?
The 2025 GMC Acadia currently has no open recalls. A VIN check through NHTSA's recall database remains advisable to confirm this status at the time of purchase. Recall campaigns can be initiated at any point, therefore verifying remedy completion is critical for any buyer considering this model year in the used market.
- The 2025 GMC Acadia has zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file for this model year, a clean defect record that contributes 19.25 out of 20 points to its Safety Index.
- NHTSA crash testing awarded this model year five stars overall, five stars frontal, five stars side, and four stars rollover with a 19-percent rollover risk and a No Tip dynamic result.
- Fifty-eight unverified complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, with Service Brakes and Forward Collision Avoidance together accounting for 55 of those alleged issues.
- The 2025 Safety Index of 87 represents a one-point drop from the 2024 model year score of 88, both within the Strong band, with the avoidance technology sub-score of 2 out of 10 being the primary drag on the overall figure.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 GMC Acadia places
The 2025 GMC Acadia qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 GMC Acadia safety questions
Was the 2025 GMC Acadia crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 GMC Acadia, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 GMC Acadia crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 GMC Acadia earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 18.5%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 GMC Acadia have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 GMC Acadia as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 GMC Acadia?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 58 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 GMC Acadia. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Acadia years
Rivals in SUV (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Tesla Model X | 96/100 | not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Acura ADX | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Buick Envision | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20422), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the GMC Acadia 2025.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 93 of 153 in the SUV class for 2025.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.