GMC Yukon XL Complaints

2,896 consumer complaints on file.

#11692970October 12, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Part number 15816854 and says replaced by 15756444 cab pressure releaf vent rubber degrades and is open allowing exhaust fumes to go into cab of vehicle they are located above taillights of vehicle while driving sucks exhaust fumes into vehicle no parts available to fix vehicle and not normal serviceable part
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11692285October 9, 2025
ENGINE
Subject: Assistance Request – Vehicle Engine Failure Shortly After Purchase I am reaching out for assistance regarding a serious issue with a vehicle I recently purchased. Approximately two weeks after purchasing the vehicle, the engine failed completely. I was driving it to pick up my daughter from school and when I went to go from stopping at a red light the engine light started flashing, the car said lowering for stabilization, and it started smoking and wouldn't go. I was almost hit due to the engine just stalling. When I was able to drive it was shaking and I couldn't go past 30. I made it to the dealership that was 7 mins away and had a guy from service come out. There wasn't any warnings before the engine went out. The dealership has informed me that I am responsible for the repair cost even though vehicles of the same year, make, and model have an active engine recall for this exact issue. Despite this, the dealership and manufacturer have refused to cover or assist with the repair, and there is currently no estimated time for replacement parts or a loaner vehicle. I have documentation from Greg Hubler on there diagnosis. I believe this situation may involve a warranty, recall, or consumer protection concern, and I would like to know what steps I can take or if your office can assist with resolving this matter.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11692142October 8, 2025
ENGINE
I had a complete engine failure in my 2021 Yukon XL Denali while driving 70mph on the highway. My vehicle warning lights all of a sudden came on and my cruise control was disengaged. My vehicle started shaking and then started smoking. It was taken to our GMC dealership immediately and it was discovered that the engine had failed even though my VIN is not listed in the L87 Recall. No warning lights appeared prior to this failure. I will attached our invoice from the dealership and their description of the problems.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11692069October 8, 2025
ENGINE
While operating the vehicle at normal highway speed, the engine suddenly failed without warning. The vehicle immediately lost power, forcing me to coast to the shoulder. This created a dangerous situation in active traffic. The vehicle was later towed to an authorized GM dealership. The dealer inspected the vehicle but refused to provide assistance or take responsibility for the engine failure. Based on the symptoms and information available, the failure appears to be caused by a known GM engine defect. This issue poses a serious safety hazard since the engine can fail abruptly during highway driving, increasing the risk of accidents or injury. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate this matter and that GM be held accountable for addressing this known defect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11691609October 6, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Faulty Transmission at 90,000
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11691466October 5, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Engine check light on, Code P0302 cylinder 2 misfire. loud mortar ticking, car makes abrupt jump/move forward.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11691336October 4, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My telecommunications module is no longer working for OnStar, which means I can no longer call if something happened. The Wi-Fi is not working. The vehicle thing is on recall and now my check engine light is on.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11690347September 29, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The rear view camera is not sufficient for full time use. The camera is positioned too low and during times of dawn/night/dusk if a truck of similar size pulls up behind you, your camera is completely blinded by headlights. Leaving you unable to see anything in the rear view camera. This is a serious safety concern as you are unable to see if anyone is approaching your vehicle to cause you harm. The low camera placement also does not allow for an acceptable/comparable view as using the rear view mirror. The zoom does not pull out far enough to see multiple lanes of traffic and even during the daylight, if someone is approaching the vehicle to cause you harm, it would not be visible. The camera placement only allows you to view the front grill or hood of the vehicle behind you.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11690164September 28, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
the digital gauge cluster suddenly black out and do not show any information such as speed, rpm, signal, etc at all. this is very serious issue for driver and passenger safety.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11690084September 27, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Windshield needs replacement – one side window installed incorrectly (huge gap) •Trim peeling (inside and outside) •Heavy rust in engine area •Sunroof seals need replacement •All window tints need replacement •Headlights not aligned – need new ones •Taillights not aligned – need new ones •Spoiler damaged – needs replacement •Dashboard feels loose – needs replacement •Door panel misaligned •Rubber gaskets/seals smushed •Seat covers smushed (from dealer) •Paint peeling (sunroof, edges near wheels) •Plastic components worn / damaged •Front bumper misaligned •Two front fenders need replacement •Tow hitch cover needs replacement •Cargo protector installed on exterior trunk sill •Check engine / transmission alert showed in app (vehicle displayed “check 4x4” while driving) •Bluetooth system not working Everything on this car is not aligned this is a huge safety hazard on everything electrical,engine,visibility they won’t take responsibility they said they don’t have no update on recall it’s 7 months and the NHSTA all won’t take responsibility I contacted them multiple times they just say contact GM for recall info 7 months
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11690049September 27, 2025
ENGINE
It’s been 7 months of the recall and dealers are not sending repair notices/remedy how IS GM allows to take 7 months this is an untimely manner yall need to investigate further and issue buybacks I contacted GM saying the engine is making noise they they I HAVE TO PAY FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION…THAT IS ILLEGAL
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11690048September 27, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY, ENGINE, EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Check Engine and transmission alerts appeared in the app; vehicle showed “Check 4x4” while driving, cleared next day •Engine not sounding normal •Paint peeling •Fading plastic trim •Front bumper misaligned •Rear bumper misaligned •Loose front door frames •Marker lights collecting bugs •Plastic becoming loose at the rear hatch •Plastic near auto steps: one side has gaps, the other side fits properly •PPF (paint protection film) peeling •Taillights movable by hand •Fog lights movable by hand •Rear spoiler, hatch glass, and surrounding trim loose/movable •Cargo protector loose on exterior trunk sill •Cracking turn signal stalk •Rust developing within the first year •Finger can fit into gaps at door frames •Exhaust tips showing burnt discoloration •Significant loss of vehicle value: ~$70,000 down from $100,000 at purchase
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11689875September 26, 2025
AIR BAGS
Airbags did not deploy. A car run a red light. I hit it on its passenger side. I was going about 45mph before the crash. I did slam my breaks before impact but I would guess I was still going 30-35mph at impact. Car has not been inspected yet. It is still in our possession. We have made in insurance claim. No warning light of any kind were on before the crash.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
2
Deaths:
0
#11689782September 25, 2025
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Driving today and car started rattling and pouring transmission fluid on the way home today. Barely made it home.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11689744September 25, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Hello,I would like to file a complaint for General Motors for untimely recall remedy and failure to fix recall it’s been 6 months since the recall and there’s no remedy no estimate on it and no update from dealer or GM .My vehicle turned on the check engine and transmission on the app (In car said check 4x4) the turned off the next day why is that is it going bad ? The paint is peeling the exterior plastic is fading white ,bumper in not aligned the front door frames are not aligned and plastic near auto steps ,and are loose the marker lights are getting bugs in and the turn signal stalk is cracking and the vehicle is also rusting this is very unacceptable and you need to take action against GM and make them give updates and immediately issue the remedy if not I need a buy back . VIN -1GKS2JKL0RR162207 TX also the vehicle value went down 30,000 it’s worth 70,000 I bought it for 100,000 what will be the resolution on this will I get it back what is GM doing to fix that yall need to take action or your issue buy backs brand new 25 Yukon or 30,000 towards next car
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11689727September 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Lifters failed
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11689682September 25, 2025
AIR BAGS
The contact owned a 2021 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the “Service Safety Restraint Device” warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and the contact was informed that the air bag was not repaired correctly because there was electrical tape and packing foam inside the air bag housing. The air bag was replaced and the front driver seat belt was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened a case. The approximate failure mileage was 117,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11689531September 24, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2021 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving 6 MPH, the vehicle experienced a complete loss of automotive power and all electrical components shut off, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the engine had failed and needed to be towed to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed a second time, and the contact was advised that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) as a possible cause of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 133,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11689292September 23, 2025
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
[XXX] [XXX] Phone: [XXX] Email: [XXX] [Date] National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE Washington, D.C. 20590 Subject: Safety Complaint Regarding 2020 GMC Yukon XL Denali – Repeated Engine Failures (VIN: [XXX] ) To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to formally file a safety complaint regarding my 2020 GMC Yukon XL Denali (VIN: [XXX] ) which I purchased in 2021. This vehicle has experienced repeated and dangerous mechanical failures that raise significant safety concerns. •March 2024: The oil pump failed, resulting in immediate engine issues. Repairs were completed under warranty, but the check engine light remained on afterward. •April 2024: The vehicle broke down again. At that time, the cams and lifters were replaced in addition to other service, but the underlying issues were not resolved. •August 2025: The vehicle failed once again. After taking it in, the service department could not determine the cause. When they believed they had identified the issue and took it for a test drive, the vehicle broke down again and had to be towed back to the shop. At that point, I was informed that the vehicle now requires a complete motor replacement and a new fuel pump. Each of these failures has left me stranded and placed me and my family in unsafe situations on the road. Despite contacting the dealership (Joseph Cadillac of Dublin), General Motors, and the warranty company, none have taken responsibility to properly resolve the issues. I believe this represents a potential defect in the engine or related systems that could impact many other consumers. I respectfully request that the NHTSA investigate this matter to determine whether a broader safety recall or manufacturer action is warranted. Thank you for your attention to this matter and for helping ensure consumer safety. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11688897September 22, 2025
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the ECM had failed. The mechanic reset the check engine warning light, and an unknown repair was performed; however, the failure recurred once. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to an unknown recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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