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P0303 on GMC ACADIA

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2009, 2010

What P0303 Means on Your GMC ACADIA

Real GMC ACADIA Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"I was driving the vehicle on the highway with a steady acceleration. i noticed the car start to shake a little and the tachometer fluttering until it appeared the car down shifted. i took the vehicle to the dealer where they test drove the vehicle and found no problems."

— 2009 GMC ACADIA owner • ENGINE • Filed 03/10/2014

"At 80,000 miles, after pulling out of parking, when i applied brakes the car started making rumbling noise from the engine and lurched forward despite pressing on brakes to stop."

— 2010 GMC ACADIA owner • POWER TRAIN,ENGINE • Filed 07/22/2016

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0303 on GMC ACADIA

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2009
1
2010
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

P0303 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026