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GMC Yukon XL Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 15 model years, NHTSA lists 25 recalls and 2,675 owner complaints for the GMC Yukon XL. Newest model year first. Data as of October 25, 2026.
GMC Yukon XL by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 GMC Yukon XL | 0 | 40 | |
| 2025 GMC Yukon XL | 1 | 28 | |
| 2024 GMC Yukon XL | 2 | 75 | |
| 2023 GMC Yukon XL | 4 | 226 | |
| 2022 GMC Yukon XL | 4 | 173 | |
| 2021 GMC Yukon XL | 12 | 229 | |
| 2020 GMC Yukon XL | 2 | 47 | |
| 2019 GMC Yukon XL | 0 | 68 | |
| 2018 GMC Yukon XL | 0 | 56 | |
| 2017 GMC Yukon XL | 0 | 147 | |
| 2016 GMC Yukon XL | 0 | 451 | |
| 2015 GMC Yukon XL | 0 | 841 | |
| 2014 GMC Yukon XL | 0 | 77 | |
| 2013 GMC Yukon XL | 0 | 133 | |
| 2012 GMC Yukon XL | 0 | 84 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All GMC models.
GMC Yukon XL: questions owners ask
Which GMC Yukon XL year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the GMC Yukon XL model years with the most are the 2015 (841), 2016 (451) and 2021 (229). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which GMC Yukon XL years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2020 (47), 2018 (56) and 2019 (68), out of 13 model years from 2012 to 2024. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the GMC Yukon XL have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 6 GMC Yukon XL model years, 25 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2021 (12), 2022 (4) and 2023 (4). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which GMC Yukon XL years have the most headlight and taillight complaints?
480 owner complaints across 3 GMC Yukon XL model years describe headlights, taillights or brake lights failing or condensation in the lamps. The most were filed for the 2015 (301), 2016 (149) and 2017 (30) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which GMC Yukon XL years have the most engine failure complaints?
303 owner complaints across 9 GMC Yukon XL model years describe complete engine failure or a replaced engine. The most were filed for the 2023 (83), 2022 (67) and 2021 (60) model years, out of 9 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which GMC Yukon XL years have the most stalling complaints?
208 owner complaints across 12 GMC Yukon XL model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2023 (45), 2021 (43) and 2022 (41) model years, out of 12 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which GMC Yukon XL years have the most check engine light complaints?
138 owner complaints across 12 GMC Yukon XL model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2021 (31), 2023 (20) and 2022 (18) model years, out of 12 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which GMC Yukon XL years have the most rough idle and misfire complaints?
69 owner complaints across 9 GMC Yukon XL model years describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. The most were filed for the 2016 (14), 2021 (12) and 2017 (11) model years, out of 9 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which GMC Yukon XL years have the most transmission failure complaints?
42 owner complaints across 4 GMC Yukon XL model years describe transmission failure, slipping or a replaced transmission. The most were filed for the 2016 (16), 2017 (13) and 2021 (9) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which GMC Yukon XL years have the most transmission shifting complaints?
37 owner complaints across 2 GMC Yukon XL model years describe harsh, jerky or delayed transmission shifting or shuddering. The most were filed for the 2016 (28) and 2017 (9) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which GMC Yukon XL years have the most engine noise complaints?
30 owner complaints across 4 GMC Yukon XL model years describe a knocking, ticking or rattling engine noise. The most were filed for the 2021 (11), 2022 (8) and 2024 (6) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which GMC Yukon XL years have the most no-start complaints?
29 owner complaints across 3 GMC Yukon XL model years describe the car failing to start. The most were filed for the 2023 (13), 2021 (9) and 2022 (7) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which GMC Yukon XL years have the most oil consumption complaints?
27 owner complaints across 3 GMC Yukon XL model years describe excessive oil consumption or oil leaks. The most were filed for the 2021 (14), 2023 (7) and 2024 (6) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which GMC Yukon XL years have the most air conditioning complaints?
12 owner complaints across 2 GMC Yukon XL model years describe the air conditioning not cooling or failing. The most were filed for the 2017 (8) and 2018 (4) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which GMC Yukon XL years have the most vibration complaints?
10 owner complaints across 2 GMC Yukon XL model years describe vibration or shaking while driving. The most were filed for the 2017 (7) and 2018 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.