2006 GMC Yukon XL
Only 17 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 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 17
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2006
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2006: 17 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 3 |
| 2000 | 69 |
| 2001 | 120 |
| 2002 | 95 |
| 2003 | 102 |
| 2004 | 87 |
| 2005 | 42 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 97 |
| 2008 | 69 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 28 |
| 2011 | 47 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 308 |
| 2016 | 201 |
| 2017 | 146 |
| 2018 | 56 |
| 2019 | 68 |
| 2020 | 47 |
| 2021 | 230 |
| 2022 | 172 |
| 2023 | 224 |
| 2024 | 74 |
| 2025 | 26 |
| 2026 | 38 |
Known problem areas
Only 17 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electronic stability control (esc)
7 of 17 total reports mention: electronic stability control (esc).
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Codes P1516, P2135, and P0120 have returned for a third time. I was driving and my car went into reduced power mode. Luckily, I was just a mile away from home and limped my car home. I've since cleaned the mass air flow sensor and throttle body.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-07-27
Periodic "Traction active" Indicator light along with gas pedal inoperable. Became more frequent and during long road trip for work, almost got into 3 accidents. Only occurs when starting out or during acceleration while going slow.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-06-25
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
Service brakes
5 of 17 total reports mention: service brakes.
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Full brake failure in 7/19 and again in 10/19. We were able to avoid hitting other vehicle as little traffic. Had them completely repaired both times.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-02-04
Steel brake line corrosion caused brake line to rupture causing brakes to fail.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-04-07
Vehicle speed control
3 of 17 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 17 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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I noticed a gasoline odor coming from my fuel tank area, I immediately had a mechanic inspect the issue as I was fearing a possible fire hazard. Upon inspection he found the fuel lines to the fuel pump to have disintegrated and spewing fuel .
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-10-15
Engine
2 of 17 total reports mention: engine.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2006 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, there was a complete loss in the engine power for a brief moment. The vehicle then resumed normally. The failure recurred two times.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-26
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2006-03-31Equipment05V552000 Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire selection and rims." These vehicles were shipped with tire and…
Remedy: Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on March 31, 2006. Owners may…
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2006-08-31Engine and engine cooling06V289000 On certain trucks equipped with an 8.1L V8 (Rpo L8-VIN g) engine have a condition in which the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture resulting in inadequate retention of the damper.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2006. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and GMC trucks at…
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2008-02-07Wheels07E106000 Certain federal-mogul replacement wheel hub assemblies with the brand names: national, carquest p/nos. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, and 515060, shipped between January 23, 2006…
Remedy: Federal-mogul will notify customers and will replace the hub assembly free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2008. Owners can contact federal-mogul toll-free at 877-489-6659.
Buy-smart checklist
2006 GMC Yukon XL — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electronic stability control (esc): 7 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 05V552000 · Equipment
- Recall 06V289000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 07E106000 · Wheels
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- Is the 2006 GMC Yukon XL 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 2006 GMC Yukon XL?
- The most-reported component is electronic stability control (esc), accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 GMC Yukon XL have?
- 3 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.