GMC Yukon XL Complaints

2,896 consumer complaints on file.

#11674213July 17, 2025
ENGINE
All of a sudden while driving on [XXX] in PA, the vehicle made a loud click noise, started squealing and randomly slowing down as if we were slamming on the brakes, but it was all engine related. Then it was shaking vigorously while we were parked. We got towed to a local shop in the middle of nowhere, and they just called stating it could be a valve spring that broke and they’d have to take the valve cover off to determine it. 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
#11673773July 15, 2025
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, there were abnormal sounds coming from the engine. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated and started flashing. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that part in the engine had failed, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure via email. The failure mileage was 64,747.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11673801July 15, 2025
POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
issue: Transmission safety complaint: immediate reduction in forward motion dealer: Dealer currently has the car, stuck transmission valve Solenoid's. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer: awaiting backorder part to see 30 days warning lights: Car had no current warning lights before car immediately down accelerated while on the highway.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11673181July 13, 2025
ENGINE
GMC does not seem to care about fixing this major recall. It has been 3 months and they have no fix yet.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11672770July 11, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2016 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the check engine warning light started to flash. The contact stated that the vehicle started to lose motive power. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal, and the vehicle shook violently. The contact pulled off the highway and the vehicle stalled. The contact restarted the vehicle, and the check engine warning light was flashing with DTC: P0300 displayed. The contact stated that the engine was making an abnormal knocking sound. The contact turned off the vehicle and the vehicle towed to the residence and then to a local dealer. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and determined that a bearing in the cam shaft had failed and had sent metal shavings into the engine. The dealer determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 175,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11672905July 11, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2021 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle shuddered abnormally with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V797000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission control valve had failed and needed to the replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 66,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11672798July 11, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2023 GMC Yukon XL. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11672231July 9, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The transmission quit working and we were almost in an accident. This is a known issue on the interweb and I think GM needs to step in and help!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11672294July 9, 2025
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Multiple times the windshield wipers have randomly stopped working. Other times were on short drives from home and we were able to get home safely but had issues with visibility. Eventually they would come back on and start working again. Yesterday this occurred while we were out of town and driving home on the interstate in traffic and very heavy rain. It was almost impossible to see the road and due to multiple lanes of traffic it was a very dangerous situation. This is an huge safety issue and has now put my families safety in jeopardy on multiple occasions. Other drivers have also reported this issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11672209July 9, 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); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11672077July 8, 2025
ENGINE
The Active Fuel Management (AFM) system malfunctioned causing not all engine cylinders to fire at critical times, thus causing a safety issue when the vehicle has insufficient power traveling at highway speed. The AFM is intended to transition from 8 cylinder power to 4 cylinder power to save fuel. However it malfunctioned so that it couldn't transition back from 4 cylinder power. The malfunction occurred while driving at highway speed, approximately 70 mph and towing a trailer. There were no warning messages or other symptoms prior to the failure. This malfunction necessitated removal and replacement of the engine. A certified mechanic completed the repair work.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11671699July 7, 2025
ENGINE
The contact called on behalf of her daughter who owns a 2023 GMC Yukon XL. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving on a back road at 55 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact’s daughter pulled over and attempted to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to restart. The contact stated that a bystander pulled over and assisted with towing the vehicle to a local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that failure might be related to the recall; however, parts to repair the vehicle was not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11671532July 7, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Speed control became stuck and I had to hit my breaks to stop acceleration. Vehicle stopped shifting while driving down the road periodically. Warning collision lights and traction control lights randomly come on with nothing in front of vehicle. Yesterday vehicle would not start or even unlock. When I did get the vehicle to start by manually unlocking it and trying over and over it would not go forward or backward although the engine did rev up. All warning lights were on including traction control and check engine. It did randomly start moving but the “service steering column” light and check engine light are still on . The car periodically revs up while going down a hill when it needs to downshift instead. It has completely shut off driving down the road through town and stopped. I had to hurry and turn it back on as there were cars behind me. It’s a 2023 and I don’t feel safe driving it with my kids.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11671411July 6, 2025
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
I was stopped at a traffic light and was informed by another driver that my right tail lamp was not working. There were no warning lights indicating that there was a problem. When I arrived home, it began working after I tapped on it. A few days later, the left tail lamp stopped working. I began to realize that both tail lamps were only working intermittently. Upon inspection by the mechanic, I was informed that this is a common problem with my vehicle and that each replacement part is approximately $900, totaling nearly $2,000 to replace both lamps. This is an obvious safety hazard for myself and for others who may not be able to judge when I am stopping, especially if I have to stop suddenly.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11671295July 4, 2025
ENGINE
Engine started taking extra oil then weeks later cam shaft & lifters when out
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11670715July 2, 2025
ENGINE
On every cold start this vehicle blow dark gray smoke from exhaust. I hear some knocking in from the engine. I just bought this vehicle and find out later on it got some serious engine recall. I travel with my kids and put my kids lives on line, if engine fails while I am driving it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11670578July 1, 2025
ENGINE
I was at a stop on my street needing to cross a busy one. I stepped on gas to quickly move forward and it stalled. Almost causing a wreck. I have taken it in to gm it had a recall and they said it was fixed and now there is another recall and it has been at least three months now that our dealer can not resolve this issue because they do not have parts to fix the issue. The vehicle seems to struggle moving forward and when its switching gears. It is still running but I feel like something is off. I have two small children with me and we are in this car all the time. I do not feel safe driving it anymore. What can I do about this?
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11670477July 1, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to respond as needed while depressing the accelerator pedal. The failure was more prevalent while shifting gear. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The dealer confirmed the parts were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer opened a case. The failure mileage was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11670174June 30, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The air conditioning system in my vehicle failed in April 2025. My dealership service department diagnosed the problem as a refrigerant leak requiring the compressor to be replaced. I had the $2400 repair made replacing both the compressor, condenser and the a/c system was charged. 2 months later, I am having the same issue again - failure of the a/c system due to a refrigerant leak requiring the condenser to be replaced. A quick Google search identifies a recall on the 2019 Yukon XL noting a "refrigerant leak due to thermal cycling". Though this is the precise year, make, model and distinct problem that I am experiencing, my specific VIN has not been included on the recall. We are in the height of summer, currently experiencing temperature that feel like 104-107 degrees in East Tennessee thus is has become a safety issue for myself, 4 children and husband to travel in our primary/only family vehicle. I find it unbelievable that a vehicle of this caliber has a basic (air conditioning) system failure after 6 years; however, it is incomprehensible to spend $2400, have it repaired, know there is a recall for the precise vehicle and concern, have it fail again and be expected to spend another $2400 because my specific VIN is not included. It is simply preposterous. I am requesting that my specific VIN be included on this recall, please.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11670305June 30, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Transmission jerking upon acceleration at all speeds. Reproduced and confirmed by the dealer to be a faulty transmission valve body. Part is on back order and vehicle has been returned to me as it is “driveable” as per dealership rep. No warning lamps.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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