GMC Yukon Complaints

6,462 consumer complaints on file.

#11559602December 11, 2023
STRUCTURE:BODY, AIR BAGS
The problem started a couple of years ago as a small crack in the dashboard at the upper left corner of the airbag. The crack widened and lengthened after replacement of the air bag last year. Then the dash cracked earlier this year at the crown above the instrument cluster. It has completely separated and is nearly 12” in length. Not only does it rattle to the point of driver distraction, but I would think there is a high risk of shattering during a collision potentially causing facial lacerations, blindness and the like. I really don’t want to wait to find out. According to [XXX] , this is a well known issue with GM trucks, Suburbans and Yukons from 2007 to 2014 and GM has failed to make good on the problem. 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
#11559240December 9, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Both tail lights fail. I just bought this vehicle at Ewald Automotive in Oconmowoc Wi a month ago with 100k and I know they were aware of the problem and so is GMC. I am not paying 900 bucks for each tail light. They are absolute junk. The left side someone already messed with it because there is electrical tape on it. Ewald laughed in my face.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11557608November 30, 2023
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
Lifters
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11556923November 27, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES
Driving down the highway and brake pedal became hard to push down almost causing us to wreck. Keep seeing there was a recall for the brake vacuum pump and also brake assist warning came on. Also when driving low speed like in parking lot it takes a while for vehicle to come to a complete stop
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11557027November 27, 2023
ENGINE
On Monday, November 20, 2023, I was operating my vehicle on Interstate 80 in western Nebraska when suddenly and without any notice, apparently an engine lifter in cylinder 8 failed causing the vehicle to lose power while in heavy semi-truck traffic, while operating at approximately 80 mph, forcing me to avoid a collision. Since the incident, I have become aware that this is a known problem with GMC, and that they have extended their power train warranty under certain circumstances because so many engine lifters are failing, many without notice or warning. My vehicle is serviced every 6,000 miles at a GM dealer and also operates the OnStar system. Neither the dealer nor OnStar detected the failure or warned me of any issues that cause a stall while in traffic. Fortunately, I am an experienced driver and was able to safely pull the vehicle off the highway.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11556882November 26, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES
My 2016 GMC Yukon is hard to stop when pressing brake pedal. Vehicle shimmy’s when pressing the brake and it must be pressed very hard. Have read and watched many videos this is very common issue on 2014-2018 Yukons and Tahoes. This could be very dangerous and my question is, why has these vehicles not been recalled to prevent accidents when it seems to be a common issue and expensive to fix?
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11556278November 21, 2023
ENGINE
I own a 2018 GMC Yukon Denali that keeps burning oil. I was told that the light had to be on or the issue had to be duplicated. I did an oil change and 2000 miles later the oil light came on. I was out of town so took picture of dipstick which was bone dry. The dealership GMC of Brandywine had my SUV. I am highly upset because in other states the started a lawsuit bit nothing in MD. If GM knows this is an issue then why aren't they doing something. My SUV has been down since October 16 and no ETA for the part. No loaner or rental help from GM as well.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11556380November 21, 2023
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE
While traveling on the interstate at 70 mph with husband and child inside, the vehicle started shaking and stalled. Had to glide off onto an exit ramp where the vehicle stopped and would not restart. Onstar ran diagnostics and came back with code P129F.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11555752November 17, 2023
ENGINE, SEATS, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Engine coolant is usually water–based, and may also be oil. A three–valve–per–cylinder was originally slated for the LS7, and was abandoned imputable to design complexities. E85 ethanol should is an understatement to the ‘war on fossil fuels.’ The L98 is a modified version of the L76, with increased power and reduced redundant hardware. A Vee engine is common configurations of internal combustion consisting of two cylinder banks connected to a common crankshaft.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
2
Deaths:
2
#11555317November 15, 2023
AIR BAGS
The issue is that we have to sign off on liability for the dealer to install the new safety airbag to state that we are accepting a cracked dashboard. This is ridiculous and the manufacturer (GMC) should have to replace the dashbboard along with the air bag.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11555374November 15, 2023
POWER TRAIN
2020 GMC Yukon transmission failed at 103.000 miles
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11555219November 15, 2023
ENGINE
My 2016 GMC Yukon Denali was taken in for a tune up. When I received the vehicle back, I was told that there was possibly a microscopic pin hole in my engine because fluid (engine coolant) was under one of the injectors. I was told that I may need to trade in or get another engine. I refused both. The mileage at the time was probably 120,000. I purchased this vehicle brand new and do not see how an engine is needed so quickly. I was barely finished paying for it. I was told by a co-worker that she had to trade hers in because it was doing the same thing. She had also investigated and had learned that many of these vehicles have the same issues around 114,000 miles and beyond. I think these issues need to be addressed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11555294November 15, 2023
SEATS
The headrest in the 2nd and 3rd rows of the 2023 GMC Yukon are not adjustable or removable, reference page 39 of an owners manual. This is a major problem when installing car seats into the vehicle. Because of the design, the headrest tilt forward and do not allow car seats to properly sit against the back of the seats. This causes a gap between the back of the car seats and the seat back of the car. I have 4 kids and 3 different types of car seats. All of the car seat manuals say that for proper installation the car seats must seat flush with the seat back of the car. Well this cannot happen because of the design of the vehicle. Therefore I cannot properly install car seats of any type into this vehicle. I am not the only consumer with this issue as it is all over the internet as well. I have called GM corporate and they are not willing to address this safety concern as it would require a design change. I have attached pictures of 2 of the seats which have a gap between 2-5 inches depending on the height the car seats are set at.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11554375November 9, 2023
AIR BAGS
The contact's son owned a 2012 GMC Yukon. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V051000 (Air Bags) and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list as her son no longer owns the vehicle. The local dealer and manufacturer were contacted.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11553511November 3, 2023
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
2 different times I have been driving once at a high speed of 70 on the highway and then driving 15-20 miles an hour today my automatic braking engaged and threw me forward which is a very scary feeling. I have not taken it in for service for that as it had only happened once a few months ago and there have been no warning lamps indicating an issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11553314November 2, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
my acceleration is sticking.. have 11322 miles when i accelerate to get on freeway gas pedal gets stuck .. had to put it in neutral
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11552253October 27, 2023
STRUCTURE:BODY
Dashboard is severely cracked & rattles so badly that it interferes with hearing outside & inside noises & communication. Has gotten worse over past year. Dealer confirmed that the problem was prevalent among several GM models, including my model. I was also told that a class action suit was filed against GMC for this problem, but was dismissed by judicial system.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11551387October 23, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the vehicle slipped out of gear, causing the vehicle to independently slow down. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the failure was due to a faulty transmission. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11550593October 18, 2023
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
While driving at a low speed the vehicle suddenly hesitated, loss power and shut off. After several unsuccessful attempts to restart I had to have the vehicle towed to a local GM dealership. Their assessment was that the Fuel Pump Control Module was the cause but but my VIN was not associated with recall NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V739000 and they will not cover the replacement of the module that is now nearly impossible to get a replacement part for.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11550160October 16, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tail Brake Light failure The tail brake lights have gone out on a vehicle that isn't 10 years old yet. Tail lights should not go out this quickly and the dealership will kindly replace them at $1300 per tail light. This is absolutely absurd! It is available for inspection. This definitely puts myself and others at risk! Yes, this problem has been confirmed and inspected by a GMC dealer. Advised this is a very common problem with this vehicle. There are no warning lamps or messages to alert when the brake lights have gone out. Instrument Cluster failure The instrument cluster is also faulty in this truck. This is the 2nd time within a year that i have had issues with this. Safety concern is that you will not know if the vehicle is running hot because the gauges stop working. Also runs the battery down as the fan continues to run for about 10 minutes after the vehicle is turned off. Yes, the problem has been confirmed and inspected by a dealer. Advised that this is a very common problem with this vehicle. No, there are no warning lamps or messages to alert you of the problem. You just notice a different noise while driving, the gauges stop working and then when you turn it off, the fan continues to run.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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