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GMC Yukon XL
Data refreshed June 26, 2026
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Complaints
2,345
Active records
Recalls
56
Active records
TSBs
4,820
Active records
Filing history
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Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
2
Injuries
109
Crashes
80
Fires
16
Top reported issues — GMC Yukon XL
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Operating state
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Lighting behavior
Braking behavior
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Engine behavior
Noise
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Driver assistance issue
Vibration/harshness
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Safety restraint issue
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Steering behavior
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Safety restraint behavior
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Smell
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Communication/network issue
Electrified system issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2022 GMC YUKON XL
Filed Jun 23, 2026
transfer case locked up at highway speeds. had to be towed to dealer not drivable. Locking up rear tires at highways speed was serious risk. It was inspected and found not to be covered under current recall even though exact same thing happed to recalled vehicles. No warning lights or messages
2024 GMC YUKON XL
Filed Jun 20, 2026
I perform all maintenance on my vehicles, I have previously been a ASE Certified Master Technician, so I know engines and vehicles very well. Vehicle is outside of current engine recall window due to the engine build date being July 15, 2024. Engine was over maintained, oil and oil filter changed 6 times in 17,732 miles, first oil and filter change performed at 544 miles, when 5W30 oil was put in engine, installed a magnetic drain plug and installed Filter Mags on oil filter. Ran 5W30 oil for 2…
2024 GMC YUKON XL
Filed Jun 19, 2026
Vehicle started making a knocking noise. Made a service appointment. While on the highway, engine suddenly died causing the vehicle to shift into neutral. After stopping on the shoulder, vehicle locked into Park and would not shift back into neutral or start again for tow truck driver. Towed to nearby dealer who said the engine is beyond repair and has to be replaced. Estimated time to get engine and replace is 4 to 6 weeks.
2018 GMC YUKON XL
Filed Jun 17, 2026
transmission lifter problems like all other GMC 2018 YUKON XL CONTACTED GMC DEALER BACK JANUARY 20,2026 GOT TRANSMISSION FIXED MYSELF TRUCK AT JOE BULLARD DEALSHIP MOS 8DAYS THEY ARE TRYING TO CONTACT U FOR APPROVAL TO FIX HONOR YOUR PRODUCT PLEASE.
2019 GMC YUKON XL
Filed Jun 17, 2026
I was driving vehicle and came up to a stop sign, once I was clear to go I stepped on the gas heard a clunking sound and the car shut off.
2021 GMC YUKON XL
Filed Jun 16, 2026
The contact owns a 2021 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the engine stalled and the vehicle failed to start. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who determined that the fuel pump power control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V739000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The…
2022 GMC YUKON XL
Filed Jun 16, 2026
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving approximately 74 MPH uphill, the vehicle suddenly lost power and shut off. The vehicle became disabled in a travel lane of the interstate. The vehicle was towed by flatbed to a local dealer to be diagnosed. The dealer determined that the vehicle had experienced engine failure. The vehicle was not repaired because the failure was not covered under recall. The vehicle was associated with special coverage. The manufacturer…
2021 GMC YUKON XL
Filed Jun 12, 2026
Check engine light comes on and an alert says acceleration reduced dealer says the coolant control valve is bad but the engine never overheats but the fans are running max speed 100% of the time.
2023 GMC YUKON XL
Filed Jun 11, 2026
My wife and I were traveling to Denver CO to pick up my son and grandson from the airport. The engine started to make a very exaggerated rattle. We found a dealership near our motel where we took the vehicle to and were told not to drive home that the engine needed to be replaced. We had to arrange our own transportation for both us and the vehicle 8 hrs back to our home in Rapid City, SD where our local dealership replaced the engine. The vehicle had approximately 65,000 miles when this…
2023 GMC YUKON XL
Filed Jun 10, 2026
lost power going down highway and coasted to a stop on the side of the road. car was towed to a nearby gmc dealership and after inspection a new 6.2 motor is needed. I did not notice any warning signals when I lost power.