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GMC Yukon XL

Data refreshed October 26, 2026

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Complaints

3,767

Active records

Recalls

37

Active records

TSBs

4,523

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

0

Injuries

91

Crashes

79

Fires

15

Top reported issues — GMC Yukon XL

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Operating state

1,366

Condition issue

1,020

Lighting behavior

904

Engine behavior

706

Performance issue

695

Reporting mechanism

614

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

545

Noise

467

Braking behavior

379

Vibration/harshness

374

Fluid issue

276

Driver assistance issue

242

Starting behavior

139

Electrical issue

138

Steering behavior

119

Infotainment behavior

104

Powering on/off behavior

104

Safety restraint issue

86

Thermal issue

82

HVAC behavior

77

Recent change

74

Safety restraint behavior

49

Ride/handling behavior

45

Access/entry issue

37

Smell

35

Communication/network issue

31

Wiper/washer behavior

24

Electrified system issue

3

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2023 GMC YUKON XL

Filed Oct 22, 2026


At around 7pm on Sunday October 18th I was driving on an interstate at about 80mph in the far left lane (of 3 Lanes) when, without any warning whatsoever, the engine power completely shutoff and the car went into neutral. The dash screen said to start the engine due to no power or low battery. I hit the start button and all the lights including all controls, blinkers, dash lights shut off. So with no blinkers, no lights, no power brakes, no power steering we were coasting in the fast lane of a…

2024 GMC YUKON XL

Filed Oct 21, 2026


My 2024 GMC Yukon XL Denali Ultimate (VIN 1GKS2KKLXRR331476, 6.2L L87) has been consuming engine oil excessively since early ownership. At the 20,219-mile oil change it was already a quart low, and it has needed repeated oil additions between changes since then. The vehicle is now at about 32,400 miles. I reported the problem in writing to the selling dealer on April 30, 2026, and again on October 9, 2026. GM opened case 115829578, but no oil consumption test or repair has been done. Low oil in…

2018 GMC YUKON XL

Filed Oct 21, 2026


I was driving and the Engine light started blinking. the car started to lose power. i had to pull off the road. the blinking stopped and then i was able to get home. I had it towed to the dealership, where they told me this was a known issue with the AFM valve train system. this is a known issue and I was not made aware of it and continued to drive my car with my children inside of it. had i known, i could have had it assessed for the potential issue. But now, IT IS TOO LATE! I am now being…

2024 GMC YUKON XL

Filed Oct 21, 2026


2024 GMC Yukon XL Denali with approximately 30,000 miles. The vehicle previously completed the L87 recall remedy (NHTSA 25V274000). The dealer inspected the engine, it passed, and the higher-viscosity oil change, filter, oil-fill cap, and owner’s manual insert were performed. Despite that remedy, the vehicle later experienced a sudden loss of propulsion on the highway while traveling with family. The vehicle began shaking and the engine shut down. There were no check-engine lights, warning…

2021 GMC YUKON

Filed Oct 20, 2026


Our 2021 GMC Yukon Denali has repeatedly experienced sudden, violent braking and apparent rear-wheel lockup without the driver applying the brakes. These incidents occur without warning at highway speeds, moderate speeds, and in traffic. The vehicle abruptly decelerates, fishtails, loses stability, and produces smoke. The wheels have locked severely enough to leave skid marks on the roadway. This creates an immediate risk of losing control or being struck by another vehicle. We took the Yukon…

2023 GMC YUKON XL

Filed Oct 20, 2026


The engine of this car failed at high speeds on [XXX], in [XXX], at 40,000 miles. GMC claimed the lifters in the 3rd cylinder failed and they were replaced under warranty. The lifters in the 3rd cylinder failed again, at high speeds on [XXX], at 77,000 miles. GMC claimed the lifters and crank shaft needed to be replaced. After paying for the repair and getting the car back, the engine locked up and failed within 30 miles of being fixed at 77,000 miles. Prior to these issues, there were no…

2023 GMC YUKON XL

Filed Oct 20, 2026


vehicle keeps stall and loose power , I've been to the dealer many times and they replaced many parts (paid out of pocket)and the problem still , so after all of that and the struggle for months that i need to replace the engine . so i did replace the engine that cost me over 6k (out of pocket) and the problem is still , i went back and forth to the dealership and couldn't figure it out or reimburse me for anything.

2023 GMC YUKON XL

Filed Oct 20, 2026


The same motor in this truck is part of one of the biggest national recalls in GM history. With that said my truck experienced the exact same issue where the engine rods warp or bend when they heat up causing to damage the crank shaft and the motor to seize. This is exactly what happen to my truck, but yet my trucks vin number is not part of the national recall? I was also told that I would receive assistance for the repair and a rental reimbursement and I am yet to receive neither. Something…

2021 GMC YUKON

Filed Oct 20, 2026


VEHICLE: 2021 GMC Yukon, 5.3L V8 (L84). VIN: [XXX]. Mileage at failure: approximately 88,000. Component: Engine. INCIDENT DATE: XXX While I was driving on a highway, the engine began to misfire and I heard a ticking noise. The check engine light then began flashing, indicating a severe misfire. I pulled off the highway immediately to a rest area. The vehicle was towed to a GMC dealer. The dealer's diagnosis suspected failed valve lifters, and the repair orders call for a misfire diagnosis…

2024 GMC YUKON XL

Filed Oct 19, 2026


Loud engine knocking. Told by dealer it was the 6.2 recall issue. Previously cleared as ok.

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Updated October 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.