2007 GMC Yukon XL 1500
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 63 |
| 2004 | 36 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 60 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
25% of complaints: air bags — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing sensor/control module.
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TAKATA RECALL MY WIFE FILED A COMPLAINT FOR THIS VEHICLE WHICH IS SHARED AND REGISTERED TO BOTH OF US BUT REALIZED AFTER FILING SHE TYPED 2017 INSTEAD OF 2007. RECEIVED A NOTICE FOR DEFECTIVE AIR BAGS. TAKATA WAS TO REPLACE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171120
TAKATA RECALL. WE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FROM GMC IN JULY 2016. THEY STILL DO NOT HAVE PARTS TO REPAIR THIS RECALL. HOW CAN THEY MAKE AN ENTIRE YEAR'S WORTH OF NEW CARS AND STILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE CURRENTLY OWNED CARS SAFE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171101
18% of complaints: electrical system — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
MY 2007 GMC YUKON XL; SELF COMBUSTED WHILE PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY. MY WIFE DROVE IT ON AN ERRAND, RETURNED TO OUR HOME, PARKED AND LOCKED THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160323
THERE IS A MAJOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEM WITH SUV I BOUGHT THE DENALI BECAUSE THAT IS SUPPOSE TO BE THE BEST BUT IT HAS BEEN FAR FROM IT... MY NAV SCREEN DOSE NOT WORK IT HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE AND STILL DOSE NOT WORK..
NHTSA ODI report, 20080323
CRACKS IN DASHBOARD. DIGITAL DISPLAY WENT OUT AND WONT SHOW ANYTHING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171211
15% of complaints: structure — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and door.
INJURY13% of complaints: engine — 8 distinct reports on file.
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ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL LIGHT COMES ON. VEHICLE USES OVER A QUART OF OIL EVERY 2000 MILES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120516
8% of complaints: power train — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) and automatic transmission.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
2007 GMC DENALI ROLLED BACKWARD AFTER KEY WAS REMOVED AND VEHICLE IN "PARK". CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO STOP VEHICLE AS IT ROLLED ABOUT 100 YARDS IN LENGTH DOWN APPROXIMATELY 20 FEET.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060930
THE TRANSMISSION WAS LEAKING AND RECALLED AND THAT WAS FIXED BY GM. THE BRAKE LIGHTS SOMETIMES OVER HEAT AND I HAD TO REPLACE THE SADDLES ON THEM. I DO NOT EVEN KNOW THEY GO OUT BUT I HAVE PEOPLE HONKING AT ME THAT I HAVE NO LIGHTS IN THE REAR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120816
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
NON-CRASH ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
NON-CRASH ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
Interior Door Handle Laceration Risk
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 GMC Yukon XL 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (9 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2007 GMC Yukon XL 1500 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 2007 GMC Yukon XL 1500?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 GMC Yukon XL 1500 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.