GMC Yukon XL Complaints

2,896 consumer complaints on file.

#11682477August 22, 2025
SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE
The contact owns a 2011 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while attempting to refuel the vehicle at the gas station, fuel was leaking out of the fuel tank. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where the vehicle was lifted. The mechanic then informed the contact that the fuel pump was rusted and that the frame were severely rusted. The contact was informed that the frame was fractured and had holes and was being held up by the body. Additionally, the mechanic informed the contact that the alignment had failed due to the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The used car dealer where the vehicle was purchased was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 271,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11682518August 22, 2025
POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I bought 2016 Yukon XL 9/2020. At 74k miles (2022), the transmission was replaced by warranty. Now (2025), at 126k miles, the transmission needs replaced again. This can’t be normal.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11682533August 22, 2025
POWER TRAIN
2019 GMC Yukon XL. Purchased pre-owned from a dealership in July 2023. This month, August 2025, my transmission has failed. Apparently this defect is notorious for this particular year of GMC Yukon XL. There was a lawsuit against GMC but it was closed in June 2025. The issue is real and widespread and GMC should ABSOLUTELY be responsible. There’s no reason a six year old vehicle should require this extensive repair.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11682320August 22, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel pump power control module failed while driving. This part was included in a recall in 2021 but our VIN appears to not have been impacted.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11682102August 21, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2021 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that after start-up, the vehicle was driving roughly before the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The contact had previously received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). The mechanic related the failure to the recall, but parts were not yet available for the recall repair. The failure mileage was 50,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11681921August 20, 2025
ENGINE
Engine Knock, possible piston rods bent. oil in cylinder. cylinder has not enough compression. No safety issues, was able to drive to mechanic without harming myself or others. this is the second vehicle in my family to have lifter or rods issues leading to major engine work. Check engine light came on after the vehicle began to misfire.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11681671August 19, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2021 GMC Yukon XL. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). The dealer was contacted; however, the contact was informed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about parts not being available. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over, and the vehicle was towed to a local dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11681355August 18, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
A recall notice was issued in April 2025. I have tried to get the recall issue fixed but my dealership has stated they cannot touch it yet as parts are not available. I have been told to continue driving my car and use only the oil as stated on the oil cap. My tab renewal notice has the recall listed, my GMC app shows the recall and NHTSA shows the recall. I have not been told when I can get my potentially faulty engine fixed or even looked at.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11681351August 18, 2025
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
I was driving from New Orleans with my family when traveling at 75 mph when it’s like the transmission started straining and the engine was losing power/pressure it’s like the engine or transmission was struggling I’m not sure what was causing it but it was a scary experience knowing I’d my kids and my wife with me and we were out in the middle of nowhere.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11681036August 16, 2025
ENGINE
GM is unable to remedy this recall. I have been waiting since April 2025 (when the recall was issued) to our family vehicle in to be corrected. This is a serious recall that GM is not taking serious, and this is our family car.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11680952August 15, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The onboard accident emergency notification system has failed after 2 years. The SOS and Onstar are not functional. Car has no data communication with the network. Was confirmed by Crenwelge Motors in Kerrville Texas. It is a GMC dealer. This is an ongoing problem with many Yukons made from 2022 to 2024. GM has not addressed the issue with a recall and does not have the parts to repair this safety system.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11680893August 15, 2025
ENGINE
Complete engine failure and lock up driving 70MPH. I was very lucky to not wreck the vehicle when this occurred with my family of 5 present. Had towed to the dealership and diagnostics performed. Diagnostics confirmed crankshaft issue and complete engine failure requiring engine replacement. I was informed that this was the same issue that is under current recall, but the 5.3L is not part of it. This is the same crankshaft issue that has been recalled in over 700K 6.2L GM motors. I am being told that the 5.3L engine is not covered under the recall and i am 100% responsible for all costs related. I want this 5.3L issue reported and documented to help extend the recall to the 5.3L engines in the future
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11680537August 13, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The transmission is going out and it started with a shudder. The change for the transmission filter and oil was only a temporary fix. It also shifts hard or there is a delay in the shift.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11680443August 13, 2025
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
The Yukon has stopped while driving twice. The check engine light came on, the dealership says there is an oil problem and the oil pump is bad along with bad lifters. There is wear to the motor as well.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11680242August 12, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there were two loud pops followed by an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment, before the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was pulled over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the connecting rod bearings. The vehicle was repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The VIN was included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 60,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11680065August 12, 2025
ENGINE
Nothing has yet failed, but my engine has consumed oil but is apparently within the GM standard of less than 1 quart in 2,000 miles. My vehicle is also involved in the GM loss of engine propulsion recall that I was notified of on 4/24, but a remedy for my vin is still not available. How can something that could lead to loss of engine function take this long to remedy?
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679994August 11, 2025
POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
10 speed transmission It’s been at the dealer for a month and they checked it today. Same issues as the mass recall Dash alert for reduced speed drive with caution. It was extremely dangerous because it malfunctioned on curvy winding roads
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679574August 9, 2025
ENGINE
Driving and pulling up into my driveway when suddenly the message “push start button to start engine” comes on with an alert sound - I notice my gear is lighting up “N” and when I pushed the start button it sounded like my engine restarted. I remained in neutral and had to change it back to drive myself. The engine randomly cut off
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679453August 8, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
It has been several months since recall on L87 was issued. My truck now has over 44k miles and I’ve contacted the dealer, they note there’s no fix in sight. I’ve been having some issues with engine sluggishness on acceleration at times and I’m concerned this is related to the recall. I’m now stuck with this potentially dangerous vehicle with no fix, and am concerned. I also can’t get a fiar trade in value due to open recall. Overall, I’m stuck with a defective vehicle that GM refuses to address.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679325August 8, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that the "Check Oil" warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that engine oil was being added to the engine more frequently. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the dealer was contacted to schedule an appointment; however, the contact was informed that the part was not yet available. The contact attempted to schedule an appointment for the vehicle to be inspected; however, the dealer refused to schedule the appointment. The contact had related the oil consumption to the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the recall and referred the contact back to the dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was 34,305.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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