2009 GMC Yukon Hybrid
Only 14 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 32 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 2 |
| 2013 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
5 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system.
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ALL THREE OF MY DOOR LOCKS NO LONGER LOCK ELECTRONICALLY. THEY MUST BE LOCKED MANUALLY. I HAVE TWO CHILDREN AND THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN. MANY COMPLAINTS HAVE BEEN FILED TO GM INDICATING THAT THIS IS A MANUFACTURING ERROR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180226
11/25/2012 - HYBRID SHUT DOWN WITH NO WARNING AT 65MPH ON I-80 GOING WEST NEAR OHIO BORDER - THUS LOST POWER STEERING AND PROPULSION. I GOT TO SHOULDER SAFELY; TOWED TO GMC DEALER - RESULT HYBRID FAULT CODE BUT NO CAUSE DETERMINED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130325
4 of 14 total reports mention: air bags.
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"TAKATA RECALL" REPAIR STILL PENDING...NEED A FIX AS TAKATA IS FILING FOR BK
NHTSA ODI report, 20171219
2 of 14 total reports mention: structure.
2 of 14 total reports mention: steering.
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11/25/2012 - HYBRID SHUT DOWN WITH NO WARNING AT 65MPH ON I-80 GOING WEST NEAR OHIO BORDER - THUS LOST POWER STEERING AND PROPULSION. I GOT TO SHOULDER SAFELY; TOWED TO GMC DEALER - RESULT HYBRID FAULT CODE BUT NO CAUSE DETERMINED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130325
2 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 GMC YUKON HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED DAILY SINCE 2016.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180817
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
Pedestrian alert sounds
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2009 GMC Yukon Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2009 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 2009 GMC Yukon Hybrid?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 GMC Yukon Hybrid have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.