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2017 GMC Yukon XL problems, recalls and owner complaints

What the 2017 GMC Yukon XL has been recalled for and what owners report, from official government data. Updated October 25, 2026.

  • 0safety recalls
  • 147owner complaints
  • 7crash reports
  • 0fire reports
  • 2injuries reported

147 complaints, against an average of 180 for the other 14 GMC Yukon XL model years.

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What goes wrong with the 2017 GMC Yukon XL?

The components named most often in the 147 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.

  1. Exterior Lighting39 (26.5%)
  2. Power Train36 (24.5%)
  3. Electrical System31 (21.1%)
  4. Engine26 (17.7%)
  5. Service Brakes25 (17%)
  6. Fuel/Propulsion System5 (3.4%)
  7. Air Bags4 (2.7%)
  8. Seats4 (2.7%)

What symptoms do 2017 GMC Yukon XL owners describe?

Found by reading the text of all 147 owner complaints. Tap a symptom for the answer, a real owner quote and any related recall.

Has the 2017 GMC Yukon XL been recalled?

NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2017 GMC Yukon XL as of October 25, 2026. Recalls can be issued at any time, so check your VIN before you rely on this.

What do 2017 GMC Yukon XL owners report?

12 of the 147 complaints, the most recent for the most-reported components, as the owners wrote them. NHTSA removes names and VINs; long reports are trimmed. CarHooq has not verified individual claims.

The contact owns a 2017 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, there was a loud ticking and tapping sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to two independent mechanics, where it was diagnosed and determined that there was a lifter failure caused by the AFM system and an engine misfire, and that the lifters, camshaft, and timing chain needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 137,000.
EngineNHTSA complaint 11761383 · Sep 1, 2026
Vehicle is shuddering during acceleration and while changing gear during driving affected by either the transmission or power train
Power Train, Unknown Or OtherNHTSA complaint 11759749 · Aug 26, 2026
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V645000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the failure occurred after the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle continued to move forward and rear-ended the vehicle ahead. There was no air bag deployed. There were no injuries sustained. A Police report was not filed. The contact stated that there was damage to the front…
Service Brakes, HydraulicCrashNHTSA complaint 11759142 · Aug 24, 2026
Transmission shudders and shifts very hard in lower gears. Going from drive to reverse the transmission shifts hard.
Power TrainNHTSA complaint 11755665 · Aug 8, 2026
The daylight running light in the rear do not work, which is needed for night time driving. At night when parked or driving the rear is completely dark, except the license plate lights. When I press the brakes they turn on, the signal lights work even the reverse lights. I've switched them to manual mode still no luck. I've checked some fuses, they all check out, nothing blowen. From some research it's all conctrolled by the body control module. There are alot of cars with this same issue there should be a recall for gm to fix properly, dues to safety of the driver and public. We just bought…
Electrical System, Exterior LightingNHTSA complaint 11748197 · Jul 3, 2026
There has been 3 different incidents. First incident I was going 45mph merging into 5 lanes of traffic when the back of my driver seat randomly layed down flat and stayed there. I had to get off an exit, get out pull up on front of seat and then it layed back up. 2nd incident I was going about 40mph it folded completely forward and pinned me against the steeling wheel. I had to stop immediately in the middle of the road put my 4 ways on and wiggle and slide out of the car started pulling up on front of seat and was finally able to put it back in place. The 3rd time I was going 20 mph it folded…
SeatsNHTSA complaint 11746793 · Jun 26, 2026
Engine stalling, a rough-running engine, reduced power mode (sluggish acceleration), a "Check Engine" light, or the vehicle failing to start. It started puttering really bad and died in the middle of the intersection. Check engine light came on. I got it to start, was really hard start and puttered bad then it died again and then I got it to start again, was a really hard start and puttered and died again. I was able to start it again get in the driveway but couldn’t go very fast. Check engine codes present are P2635 and P018B
Fuel/Propulsion SystemNHTSA complaint 11726235 · Mar 22, 2026
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while idling, the vehicle started shuddering violently. The contact stated that while driving to the residence at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. The vehicle was pushed into a church parking lot. The contact's father used a scanner to scan the vehicle, and a DTC for engine misfire was retrieved. The contact's father replaced the spark plugs, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was…
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, EngineNHTSA complaint 11703695 · Dec 8, 2025
At stop light vehicle began to sputter and make noise, I was very close to my home, no engine light on. Upon turning vehicle off and using a code reader codes P0106 and P0506 was on scanner. I had vehicle towed to Complete Car Care. Mis fire on multiple cylinders. Vehicle has 69,801 miles. 3 push rods bent and I valve spring broken. The right Cylinder head assembly had to be removed and replaced with 8 new push rods, 8 new lifters, gaskets, seals, and valve spring. Cost was 3304.79. In addition the rear tail light has been sporadic on and off, GM was to replace up to 70,000 miles. When I took…
Electrical System, Exterior Lighting, EngineNHTSA complaint 11702112 · Nov 30, 2025
At stop light vehicle began to sputter, run rough, and make noise. I was less than a mile from my home, no check engine light on. I turned the vehicle off, used a scanner to have codes P0106 and P0506 show. I had vehicle towed to Complete Car Care. Misfire on multiple cylinders, 3 push rods bent, one valve spring broken. The right Cylinder head assembly had to be removed and replaced with 8 new push rods, 8 new lifters, gaskets, seals, and valve spring. Total cost 3304.79, the vehicle only has 69,801 miles on it. In addition one of the rear tail lights has a known issue (found out on google)…
Electrical System, Exterior Lighting, EngineNHTSA complaint 11702118 · Nov 30, 2025
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to an independent mechanic for repair, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 203,000 and at the time of the vehicle servicing, it was discovered that the mileage was 335,142 in the diagnostic report.
Electrical SystemNHTSA complaint 11676119 · Jul 25, 2025
Noting that prior to this we only had one issue with transmission and we did the flush and it did fine for several thousand of miles. Fast forward to a few days ago. As I was driving down the highway I came to a stop at the red light. Once it was green and I pressed on the accelerator with my foot per usual. And it did not move it pushed the gas peddle and nothing at all happened. I was stuck in the highway could not move until I’m assuming the transmission finally shifted jarring my entire car and it allowed me to get to a safe place at 20 miles an hour max. Keep in mind I was in the middle…
Suspension, Power Train, Air BagsNHTSA complaint 11619743 · Oct 14, 2024

2017 GMC Yukon XL: questions owners ask

Is the 2017 GMC Yukon XL reliable?

NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 147 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 GMC Yukon XL; the most common categories were exterior lighting (39, 26.5%), power train (36, 24.5%), electrical system (31, 21.1%). There are no safety recalls listed for this model year. 7 complaints mention a crash, 2 injuries were reported.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 GMC Yukon XL?

Across 147 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are exterior lighting (26.5% of complaints), power train (24.5% of complaints), electrical system (21.1% of complaints), engine (17.7% of complaints), service brakes (17% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.

Does the 2017 GMC Yukon XL have any recalls?

As of October 2026, NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2017 GMC Yukon XL. Recalls can be issued at any time, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Why do the headlights or taillights fail on my 2017 GMC Yukon XL?

30 of the 147 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 GMC Yukon XL (20.4%) describe headlights, taillights or brake lights failing or condensation in the lamps. One owner wrote: "drivers side tail light flickering and sometimes not working a $900+ cost! I issue with right hand side when suv has 32k miles, seems like this is an ongoing issue, luckily it was still under warranty the 1st time." (NHTSA complaint 11593458, June 2024). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Has the 2017 GMC Yukon XL had transmission failures?

13 of the 147 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 GMC Yukon XL (8.8%) describe transmission failure, slipping or a replaced transmission. One owner wrote: "There was a pump in the heart of the transmission. The dealer said told me that was leaking fluid. Apparently this was a faulty hose within the transmission which leaked fluid in the transmission. Therefore, my transmission died." (NHTSA complaint 11574273, February 2024). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Why does my 2017 GMC Yukon XL idle rough, misfire or hesitate?

11 of the 147 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 GMC Yukon XL (7.5%) describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. One owner wrote: "The vehicle is misfiring and rough idling while driving. This vehicle has four of the eight fuel injectors misfiring while in operation. Although the dealership only diagnosed two of them I took it to another shop who diagnosed that 4 and 8 are also misfiring." (NHTSA complaint 11423909, July 2021). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Why is the check engine light on in my 2017 GMC Yukon XL?

10 of the 147 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 GMC Yukon XL (6.8%) describe the check engine light coming on. One owner wrote: "Engine stalling, a rough-running engine, reduced power mode (sluggish acceleration), a "Check Engine" light, or the vehicle failing to start. It started puttering really bad and died in the middle of the intersection. Check engine light came on." (NHTSA complaint 11726235, March 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Why does my 2017 GMC Yukon XL stall, lose power or shut off while driving?

9 of the 147 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 GMC Yukon XL (6.1%) describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. One owner wrote: "Engine stalling, a rough-running engine, reduced power mode (sluggish acceleration), a "Check Engine" light, or the vehicle failing to start. It started puttering really bad and died in the middle of the intersection. Check engine light came on." (NHTSA complaint 11726235, March 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Why does my 2017 GMC Yukon XL transmission jerk, shudder or shift hard?

9 of the 147 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 GMC Yukon XL (6.1%) describe harsh, jerky or delayed transmission shifting or shuddering. One owner wrote: "Vehicle is shuddering during acceleration and while changing gear during driving affected by either the transmission or power train" (NHTSA complaint 11759749, August 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Why is the air conditioning not blowing cold in my 2017 GMC Yukon XL?

8 of the 147 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 GMC Yukon XL (5.4%) describe the air conditioning not cooling or failing. One owner wrote: "AC stopped blowing cold air. Took it to the dealer and they are saying based on where the leak is it needs a new compressor. There is a recall / special coverage for other GMC 2015-2017 for this exact issue." (NHTSA complaint 11520885, May 2023). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Why does my 2017 GMC Yukon XL vibrate or shake while driving?

7 of the 147 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2017 GMC Yukon XL (4.8%) describe vibration or shaking while driving. One owner wrote: "Passenger rear tail lamp/brake lamp failure. This is a known issue with GMC Yukon vehicles MY 2015-2019 with LED tail lamps. Metal within the lamp vibrates loose and cause the brake lamp to fail - thus resulting in no BRAKE Lamps illuminating at braking." (NHTSA complaint 11438993, November 2021). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Check your own Yukon XL

Counts are a starting point, not a verdict: popular models collect more complaints because more of them are on the road, and NHTSA does not verify individual reports. To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (U.S.) or your registration at check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk (UK). Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations and recalls.

Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall and complaint databases (public domain), retrieved October 25, 2026. Model year 2017 only.

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