2008 GMC Yukon Hybrid

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2008 GMC Yukon Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:40:57.328Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Complaints
32
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Air bags

28% of complaints

Complaints per year

2008: 32 complaints 2008 32 2009: 14 complaints 2009 2010: 2 complaints 2010 2011: 5 complaints 2011 2012: 2 complaints 2012 2013: 0 complaints 2013
2008: 32 complaints 2008 32 2009: 14 complaints 2009 2010: 2 complaints 2010 2011: 5 complaints 2011 2012: 2 complaints 2012 2013: 0 complaints 2013
2008: 32 complaints 2008 32 2009: 14 complaints 2009 2010: 2 complaints 2010 2011: 5 complaints 2011 2012: 2 complaints 2012 2013: 0 complaints 2013

2008: 32 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200832
200914
20102
20115
20122
20130

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Air bags

28% · 9 reports
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Takata recall. Dealer won't fix it. I'm concerned about family safety.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-29

Engine

22% · 7 reports

Electrical system

16% · 5 reports
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75% of the electric door locks on the above described GMC Yukon, including both rear door locks have failed in the locked position. This failure makes it difficult/impossible to open the doors - especially the rear doors.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-04-01

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 GMC yukon denali hybrid. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH, he applied the brakes but noticed that the vehicle had independently converted from the gasoline mode to electrical hybrid mode.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-09-10

Power train

13% · 4 reports

Service brakes

13% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds

Buy-smart checklist

2008 GMC Yukon Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

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  • Air bags: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.

FAQ

Is the 2008 GMC Yukon Hybrid reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 GMC Yukon Hybrid?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 GMC Yukon Hybrid have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.