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GMC Yukon XL 2500

Data refreshed May 30, 2026

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Complaints

2,304

Active records

Recalls

57

Active records

TSBs

4,859

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

107

Crashes

78

Fires

14

Top reported issues — GMC Yukon XL 2500

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Operating state

785

Condition issue

599

Reporting mechanism

397

Lighting behavior

328

Engine behavior

309

Braking behavior

308

Performance issue

298

Noise

286

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

245

Driver assistance issue

187

Vibration/harshness

172

Fluid issue

150

Safety restraint issue

128

Electrical issue

98

Steering behavior

82

Starting behavior

75

Safety restraint behavior

53

Thermal issue

48

Powering on/off behavior

47

Infotainment behavior

41

Access/entry issue

39

HVAC behavior

35

Smell

29

Ride/handling behavior

25

Recent change

21

Wiper/washer behavior

14

Communication/network issue

12

Electrified system issue

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2021 GMC YUKON XL

Filed May 24, 2026


The vehicle suddenly began vibrating noticeably when idling and at low speeds. About 30 minutes after this started happening a warning lamp lit up. We drove the vehicle about 2 miles to a local auto parts store to get an initial computer diagnosis of the issue. The test resulted in a code of P0304 which detected a cylinder #4 misfire and recommended a fuel injector replacement. We brought the vehicle to a local mechanic to get the issue further evaluated. After this evaluation, it was…

2018 GMC YUKON XL

Filed May 23, 2026


The vehicle keep jerking in and out of gear the issue almost made me crash due to the harsh conditions Took to repair they stated this is a known problem. That is what worries me now

2026 GMC YUKON XL

Filed May 20, 2026


Car Engine stopped , shut down on I 475 South Macon GA at 70 mph in left lane. Had to coast to right shoulder. Towed to Hutchinson GMC in Macon GA and it was determined the Engine had locked up. 2026 with 4200 miles, Purchased January 2nd 2026.

2019 GMC YUKON XL

Filed May 20, 2026


Truck Trembling/Rumbling notices when idle . The truck has seen 2 mechanics dealers inspection, concluding that the truck needs a new engine.

2022 GMC YUKON XL

Filed May 19, 2026


Engine seized up while driving 60 mph on a known GM recall, after passing recall pico test

2022 GMC YUKON XL

Filed May 19, 2026


My 2022 GMC Yukon XL with the 6.2L L87 engine was previously subject to NHTSA Recall 25V-274 / GM Recall N252494000 for L87 engine loss of propulsion. The recall was closed by the dealer as “PicoScope Inspection — Engine Passed / Update Engine Oil Type,” with the oil/cap/filter remedy. The vehicle was later brought back to the dealer for engine noise/knocking, check-engine light, and engine oil light/oil warning concerns. The dealer has now confirmed that the dipstick was not picking up oil,…

2024 GMC YUKON XL

Filed May 19, 2026


Engine failed- threw a rod Available for inspection Engine failed in the middle of a 6 lane interstate with 70mph speed limit. Locked up. Loss of power. No warning. Engine replacement needed- confirmed by dealer. This is the second engine replacement in less than 2 years Vehicle purchased in June 2024 Engine replaced June 2025 Vehicle taken to Glockner of Ironton Ohio in Aug 2025, Jan 2026, Feb 2026 and March of 2026 due to a knocking and ticking noise in motor. I was consistently…

2022 GMC YUKON XL

Filed May 18, 2026


Engine failure occurred while driving with two children in the vehicle, creating a serious safety hazard. The vehicle experienced a sudden loss of power and stalled completely while in motion, with no prior warning lights, alerts, or messages. Prior to this failure, the vehicle had already failed the GM PICO test related to the known L87 engine issue, and the recommended corrective action was changing the oil to 0W-40 synthetic and replacing the oil cap. Despite that intervention, the engine…

2021 GMC YUKON XL

Filed May 16, 2026


I took my GMC Yukon in for a recall. They changed the oil, programmed my module, changed the cap, and tested the engine, saying it was good. I took it on a trip, 7000 miles later engine locked up.

2025 GMC YUKON XL

Filed May 16, 2026


Driving the vehicle with my family in it on merrit parkway in ct 230 am on May 10 th Car rpm start going up and making noises and felt like gear not shifting in few seconds later car all sudden on its own shifted to neutral as my speed 55-60 mph was during that moment. And screen on dash went blank dark .i was able to move to side of the road safe as possible .road is only two lane and no room to park on side . Immediately turn hazards lights on and try to restart the car and vehicle will…

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