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GMC Acadia Parts
in Abu Dhabi
& the UAE

The single most reliable fact about ordering Acadia parts: a model year alone does not tell us the platform. GMC ran the first-generation Lambda body (2007–2016) alongside the all-new C1XX second generation through the same 2017 model year, selling both as 2017 vehicles. The Acadia Limited carried the old Lambda suspension and service parts; the new 2017 Acadia ran C1XX geometry and nothing from Lambda crosses to it. A third-generation VSS-S arrived for 2024, again with an entirely different architecture. We stock ACDelco and GM Genuine at Musaffah for all three. Send the VIN on WhatsApp and we confirm the correct platform before anything leaves the shelf.

INVENTORY

GMC Acadia Spare Parts: Three Generations on the Shelf

At the Musaffah counter we hold brake pads and rotors, suspension control arms and bushings, wheel bearings, sway bar links, oil filters, cabin and engine air filters, and spark plugs for all three Acadia generations. Lambda (2007–2016) and C1XX (2017–2023) are both stocked in depth. Third-generation VSS-S (2024-on) is covered for service parts. ACDelco and GM Genuine are the OEM lines across all three.

Which oil filter and which spark plug depends on the engine in your specific build, and the engine list changed at each platform transition. Lambda ran the 3.6L V6 throughout. C1XX launched with a 2.5L naturally aspirated I4 and 3.6L V6; a 2.0L turbocharged I4 joined for the 2020 model year and became standard from 2022 when the naturally aspirated 2.5L was dropped. VSS-S carries only the 2.5T turbocharged I4. Give us your year, engine, and VIN on WhatsApp and we pull the right references before any quote goes out.

GENERATION DECODER

Acadia Generation Decoder: Lambda, C1XX, and VSS-S

Here is how the fitment trap works. GMC offered the redesigned second-generation Acadia alongside the old-body Acadia Limited during the 2017 model year. Both wore the GMC badge. Nothing underneath them was shared. The table below is the map: each row gives the platform code, the years it covered, and what changed at each boundary.

Within the Lambda generation, a 2013 exterior refresh changed nothing mechanical. A Lambda suspension arm from a 2007 Acadia fits the 2016 model. Engine service parts split at 2009 though: LLT replaced LY7 that year, so plug and oil filter part numbers differ across that boundary. Step across to the C1XX and you are on a different suspension geometry entirely; a nine-speed automatic arrived alongside the 2.0T in 2020. Send the 17-digit VIN on WhatsApp and we decode generation, platform, and engine code in a single check.

GMC Acadia generation decoder: match your year to the platform code and confirm parts fitment via WhatsApp with your VIN
GenerationYearsPlatform codeWhat changes for parts
First generation2007–2016Lambda3.6L V6 (LY7 at launch, LLT from 2009); MacPherson strut front, H-link independent rear; 2013 refresh updated exterior and interior only, suspension geometry unchanged; service and suspension parts do not cross to the C1XX second generation
Acadia Limited (carryover)2017 onlyLambdaFirst-gen body carried over for 2017 model year alongside the all-new second generation; shares all Lambda platform parts with 2007–2016 Acadia; production ended March 2017; ordering a C1XX second-gen part for this vehicle is a common fitment error
Second generation2017–2023C1XXDownsized to mid-size, roughly 700 lb (320 kg) lighter than first gen; 2.5L I4 and 3.6L V6 at launch; 2.0T turbocharged I4 added for 2020 with a new 9-speed automatic; 2.5L I4 discontinued for 2022; engine choice drives different oil filter, air filter, and spark plug part numbers; no service parts cross from Lambda
Third generation2024–presentVSS-SSized back up to full-size; 2.5T turbocharged I4 exclusively; all-new suspension architecture; no parts cross from the C1XX second generation; shares VSS-S platform with the third-generation Chevrolet Traverse

FITMENT CHECK

2017 Acadia: Two Bodies, Two Platforms, No Shared Parts

What does a 2017 Acadia look like? It depends which one. The second-generation C1XX model went shorter and narrower than the first generation, losing roughly 700 lb in the process. The Acadia Limited is the original Lambda body carried over for one final year, unchanged in platform or suspension. GMC sold both through the same 2017 model year. They share a name and nothing else relevant to service or suspension parts.

A customer who sends us '2017 GMC Acadia' without a VIN gets one reply before we touch the stock: send the 17-digit VIN. Acadia Limited production ran until 31 March 2017. Any 2017 build that reached the UAE could be either vehicle. The VIN is the only reliable identifier; generation confirmation comes before any part is pulled.

Lambda-platform Acadias share underpinnings with the first-generation Traverse, Enclave, and the discontinued Saturn Outlook. Part numbers can cross between these siblings in some categories, but they vary with year, trim, and configuration. We do not confirm Lambda cross-fitment from model name alone. Send the VIN for your Acadia and the specific part; we run the number and confirm before you commit.

OEM & AFTERMARKET

ACDelco and GM Genuine for Acadia: Three Generations Covered

Two lines cover the Acadia at the Musaffah counter: ACDelco and GM Genuine. ACDelco Gold (Professional) is what most brake, filter, and suspension jobs call for; it matches OEM specification at the mid price point. ACDelco Original Equipment (OE) carries the factory part number exactly, which matters on geometry-sensitive suspension items where tolerance is tight. GM Genuine Parts is GM's own single-tier factory line. All three generations are covered across both brands.

Within the C1XX second generation, the engine determines what goes on the car. A 2.5L I4 and 3.6L V6 do not share an oil filter, and the 2.0T turbocharged I4 that joined in 2020 has different service items again. Tell us the year and engine on WhatsApp; with the VIN we confirm the exact filter and plug references before anything is pulled. Aftermarket alternatives are available if the job calls for them. Electrical parts are non-returnable once fitted regardless of brand; WhatsApp the part number and fault code before fitting anything you are uncertain about.

DELIVERY & HOURS

Acadia Parts Delivery and Musaffah Shop Hours

Motronix Shop is at Musaffah Industrial Area M-40, Abu Dhabi, open Monday to Saturday from 08:30 to 19:30. Before you drive over, WhatsApp the year, engine, and VIN. We check what is on the shelf and confirm the generation before you leave home.

Orders on shelf stock confirmed before midday go out the same day to Abu Dhabi addresses. Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, and the Northern Emirates get next-working-day delivery. Remote locations: ask about lead time on WhatsApp before placing the order. We hold parts for confirmed orders only. Give us the Acadia generation and VIN and we reserve once that is settled.

WARRANTY

What Warranty Covers on ACDelco and Aftermarket Acadia Parts

Manufacturing-defect warranty applies to ACDelco and GM Genuine parts for all three Acadia generations: brake pads and rotors, suspension arms and bushings, filters, and mechanical items all qualify. Aftermarket parts we supply for the Acadia also carry warranty cover when the fault is documented. Bring the workshop report or put the fault description in writing; we need that to process a claim.

Electrical components for the Acadia are sold non-returnable once fitted. ABS wheel speed sensors, TPMS modules, and engine management sensors all fall in this category regardless of brand. If you are uncertain about an electrical part, WhatsApp the part number and fault code before you commit to fitting it. We cross-reference the specification against your Acadia VIN and confirm the correct unit for your generation before you go ahead.

ON THE SHELF

Commonly Stocked GMC Acadia Parts at Musaffah

The table below draws on Motronix stock and sales records for the GMC Acadia, reviewed September 2026. Ranking reflects actual transaction and enquiry volume across all three generations (Lambda, C1XX, and VSS-S), not catalogue coverage.

What the counter holds day-to-day is captured here; it is not a live availability check. WhatsApp the 17-digit VIN before you travel and the desk confirms today's shelf position and generation fitment before quoting.

The pattern in the data is predictable: V6 3.6L powertrain seals and service items account for a large share of Acadia demand, with second-generation C1XX brake pads alongside them. The Lambda fleet from 2007–2016 still runs in quantity in the UAE, and ageing C1XX builds are adding to the same counter queue.

Commonly stocked for GMC Acadia, from Motronix stock records (reviewed September 2026): confirm via WhatsApp + VIN
Part NumberPartFitsYears
41-109Iridium spark plug (also 12681660, 41-103)GMC Acadia (3.6L V6, LLT engine family)Confirm by VIN
12607600Spark plug tube sealGMC Acadia 3.6L V6Confirm by VIN
13540603Tyre pressure sensor (also 13528563)GMC Acadia2018
252-962Water pump (also AW5103, 19195148)GMC Acadia 3.6L V62007-2013
12608750Timing cover oil seal (also 12565949, 12592355)GMC Acadia, GMC Terrain (3.6L V6)Confirm by VIN
20958479Cabin air filter (also CF179C, 84970042)GMC AcadiaConfirm by VIN
12637710Rear crankshaft oil seal with plate (also 12592243)GMC Acadia 3.6L V6Confirm by VIN
171-1231Front brake pads (also 84323140, D1896)GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave2016-2018

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the 2017 GMC Acadia and the 2017 Acadia Limited?
Two separate vehicles, two separate platforms. The 2017 Acadia is second-generation C1XX: shorter, narrower, roughly 700 lb lighter than what came before. The 2017 Acadia Limited is the original Lambda body held over for one additional model year. Neither vehicle can use the other's suspension, brake, or engine service parts. WhatsApp the 17-digit VIN and we tell you which one you have before any order is placed.
Do you stock parts for both the first-generation Lambda and second-generation C1XX Acadia?
Both are on the shelf here at Musaffah. For the Lambda first generation (2007–2016) we hold suspension arms and bushings for the MacPherson strut front and H-link rear, brake pads and rotors, and 3.6L V6 service items. For the C1XX second generation (2017–2023) we cover the revised suspension geometry, brakes, and service parts for the 2.5L I4, 3.6L V6, and 2.0T I4. Send your year and VIN before you drive out and we confirm the right part for your generation.
Can I use Chevrolet Traverse or Buick Enclave parts on a first-generation GMC Acadia?
Lambda underpinnings connect the first-generation Acadia, Traverse, and Enclave, so cross-fitment is possible on some service part categories. The specific part number changes with year, trim, and configuration, so we cannot confirm fitment from model name alone. Send the VIN for your Acadia and tell us the part you are after. We run the number and confirm whether it applies to your build before you commit.
Which GMC Acadia engine families do you cover for service parts?
Lambda ran a single 3.6L V6 through its whole production life: LY7 at launch in 2007, LLT from 2009 onward. C1XX added two more families alongside the 3.6L V6: 2.5L naturally aspirated I4 (2017–2021) and 2.0T turbocharged I4 (from 2020, standard from 2022). VSS-S carries only the 2.5T turbocharged I4. Each engine family has its own oil filter, air filter, and plug references. WhatsApp the year and engine with your VIN and we confirm what applies to your build.

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