I recently encountered a major issue with my acadia overheating. I am wondering if I am the only one! I have about 1500 miles on the vehicle and I was driving back from thanksgiving break. After sitting in traffic outside of New Jersey (45 degree weather) for about 20 minutes I noticed my temperature starting creeping up to 220. It normally runs near 210 degrees. After ten more minutes, the temperature was at 250 degrees, but I was sitting in traffic with no where to go. When the temp hit 260, the car went crazy.....the traction control kicked off....the service engine light came on...and the car went into a reduced power mode. I was able to pull the car off the turnpike onto a service road and tried to get On star to help me out. They were anything but helpful.....told me to take the vehicle to the nearest dealership on a Sunday (sure they will be open) while I was 400 miles away from home. After letting the car sit for about an hour...it cooled down. I checked the fluids....oil and coolant levels were fine. Anyone else have this happen. My acadia is now in the shop and I have a feeling they will not be able to find anything.
Bob
2008 FWD Acadia SLT2
Bob
2008 FWD Acadia SLT2