P0455 Code: 2019 GMC Acadia – What It Means & Cost to Fix

2019 GMC Acadia P0455: Large EVAP Leak Fix

Solving P0455 on Your 2019 GMC Acadia

P0455 on your 2019 Acadia means a large EVAP leak. Your 2.5L, 3.6L V6, or 2.0L turbo is unaffected. Check for P0449 companion code. Gas cap first.

Symptoms

  • Check engine light with P0455
  • P0449 may also appear
  • Fuel smell possible
  • Emissions test failure

Causes by Likelihood

  1. Gas Cap Seal (Very High Likelihood): Degraded. $10–$20.
  2. Vent Valve Solenoid (Medium Likelihood): GM vent valve. $90–$200 installed.
  3. Purge Solenoid (Medium Likelihood): Age-related. $100–$220 installed.
  4. Vapor Hose (Low Likelihood): Heat damage. $70–$190.
  5. Charcoal Canister (Low Likelihood): Saturated. $170–$350 installed.

Warranty

Basic warranty (3yr/36k) has expired. Federal emissions (8yr/80k) covers EVAP through 2027.

Safe to Drive?

Yes. P0455 is vapor only.

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