Front tires out of balance will cause the steering wheel to vibrate while rear ones can cause vibration perhaps felt in the seat.tk said:I get a vibration in my Acadia starting around 60mph. I can see the steering wheel moving and feel the car vibrating also. I am going to get the tires rebalanced but I am afraid it may be something worse. Any suggestions?
It's very much like a process of elimination. Wheel balance and/or bad tires can mask other problems lurking within. Once you solve the wheel balance or bad tire issue, there could still be something else that was contributing to the overall vibration. Stick with it, you may have to go back more than once as there may be more than once problem at hand.tracybayne said:Did you get this issue resolved? I have a 2010 Acadia. Noticed a vibration in steering wheel back in January around 16,000 miles. Thought it was road issue. Husband drove it and noticed vibration especially at speeds over 60 and also when turning going on an off/on ramp. Took to dealer. They rotated and balanced tires twice. Still hapenning. Third time they road tested. Said I had a bad tire. They ordered replacement. Put replacement on and it won't road test. They ordered a 2nd replacement. I am nervous that this may not fix the problem given what I have read on the site. I will wait and see...just curious as to whether your issue was resolved.
Absolutely have had this problem. After it got bad enough, I took a look, sure enough it was snow build up that had turned into ice. After weather warmed up or had enough braking activity to assist with melting the problem went away. Back to nice smooth ride.R-D said:I randomly have this issue in the winter, huge front end vibration, steering wheel feels like a jackhammer at 100 km/h ...
Think it is snow/ice buildup underneath somewhere. It usually goes away on its own after a day or two and comes back randomly even weeks later.
This is in like -20 to -30 C temperatures normally when I notice it most.
You may have a tire issue. I would have the tires road force balanced vs. spin balanced. I also have this service performed at an independent tire shop, such as Discount Tire, and explain the vibration you are experiencing.JeffyC said:Any other ideas? Bearings? Other suspension components?
Hi JeffyC,JeffyC said:I'm having some vibration issues as well. Can not only feel it in the steering wheel, but also through the seats and console/armrest.
It's basically present at all times, although less noticeable at lower speeds.
Here's what's been done, none of which have solved the problem:
New steering gear
New passenger side front half axle
Alignment(s)
Tire rotation(s)
New brake rotors
I've had 3 alignments in 1 year of ownership... seems like it's not holding alignment.
I haven't ruled out the driver side half axle.
Any other ideas? Bearings? Other suspension components?
Do you hear a hum that changes in pitch based on the speed?frustrated said:I have a 2013 Acadia Denali and have been dealing with this vibration issue for the past year. We are on the 3rd set of tires, hard to believe that so many tires "are out of balance" and have had multiple other things done as well, all at my inconvenience of leaving my vehicle at the dealer for sometimes weeks at a time. At the last visit, the dealer told me it was a normal vibration in the Acadia. Funny how they spent the last year working on something that is 'normal'! Vibration is in the steering wheel, console and seats, and can be felt at varying highway speeds, anywhere from 62-75mph. I have since contacted GM and am working with them to intervene with the dealership to attempt to have this problem fixed. It is so frustrating; if it is something that can't be fixed, stop making the Acadias until it is worked out!
Hello there,frustrated said:I have a 2013 Acadia Denali and have been dealing with this vibration issue for the past year. We are on the 3rd set of tires, hard to believe that so many tires "are out of balance" and have had multiple other things done as well, all at my inconvenience of leaving my vehicle at the dealer for sometimes weeks at a time. At the last visit, the dealer told me it was a normal vibration in the Acadia. Funny how they spent the last year working on something that is 'normal'! Vibration is in the steering wheel, console and seats, and can be felt at varying highway speeds, anywhere from 62-75mph. I have since contacted GM and am working with them to intervene with the dealership to attempt to have this problem fixed. It is so frustrating; if it is something that can't be fixed, stop making the Acadias until it is worked out!
I too have a vibration starting about 60 but can be drove out about 70 plus. transmisson rebuilt, new tires aligment and road forced balance. all done at dealer and under warranty it a 2016 Acadia awd. I am very concerned. called GM said to take it another dealer second opinion. after running several test said its the nature of the acadia not to worry. it started about 45000 miles, I am concerned it runs out of miles and something happens I sunk.Hello there,
I deeply apologize for this ongoing vibration concern with your vehicle and can certainly understand your frustrations. Are you in contact with another GM Customer Assistance agent? If you are already working with GM Customer Care, I must refer you back to the active agent of your case, as they are in the best position to further assist you. However, if additional concerns or questions arise, please feel free to send us a private message.
Sincerely,
Laura M.
GMC Customer Care
I had the same issue with my 2016 Denali. Road Force balance made it much better, but I think the Bridgestone tires are part of the problem. They seem very hard. My 2018 Denali has Michelin tires on it and it does not have this issue. The 2016 and 2018 chassis are different though.I get a vibration in my Acadia starting around 60mph. I can see the steering wheel moving and feel the car vibrating also. I am going to get the tires rebalanced but I am afraid it may be something worse. Any suggestions?