2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500
Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2011
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2011: 12 complaints
View as data table
| 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
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
3 of 12 total reports mention: air bags.
Structure
3 of 12 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body and tailgate.
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Pressed tailgate button to open and as opening tailgate fell onto child removing a bag from tailgate. Motor for the tailgate attempted to reopen tailgate and tailgate fell again on child. Passerby and parent held tailgate open to remove child.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-21
Electrical system
2 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system.
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The NHTSA website shows that for our VIN campaign 14V827000 calls for its ignition switch to be inspected and possibly replaced.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-11-02
Power train
1 of 12 total reports mentions: power train.
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2011 2-wd Yukon XL 1500 engine stall. Took delivery 7/1/2011. On 7/5/2011, while driving at city speeds, engine stalled (Shut off), was able to restart. This happened twice consecutively. Did not experience again until 7/14/2011.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-07-25
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2011-01-11Suspension11V007000 General Motors is recalling certain model year 2011 Cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; Chevrolet avalanche, Colorado, express, silverado, suburban, tahoe; and GMC Canyon, Sierra, Savana…
Remedy: Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge. The safety recall began on January 11, 2011. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at…
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2011-07-25Steering11V339000 GM is recalling certain model year 2011Cadillac escalade, escalade esv; Chevrolet silverado hd, silverado ld, suburban, tahoe; and GMC Sierra HD, Sierra ld, yukon, and yukon xl vehicles. The…
Remedy: GM dealers will inspect and ensure that the intermediate steering shaft bolts are tightened to the proper specification. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about July 13, 2011. Owners…
Buy-smart checklist
2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 11V007000 · Suspension
- Recall 11V339000 · Steering
FAQ
- Is the 2011 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 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.