2010 GMC Yukon XL
Only 28 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 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 28
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2010
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2010: 28 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 28 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
15 of 28 total reports mention: air bags.
Show complaint excerpts
I was in a head-on collision (T-bone) going over 40 mph. Despite the severity of the collision no airbags deployed and both front seatbelts failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-05-19
Also filed under Seat belts
Tl* Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 GMC Yukon XL. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V381000 (Air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-08
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 GMC Yukon XL. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V381000 (Air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-10
Engine
3 of 28 total reports mention: engine.
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While driving the "Reduced engine power" Alert popped up and the engine had no power. The car started to jump. Along with the "Reduced engine power" Alert there was also a "Stabilitrak indicator light" That also came on.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-11-12
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)
Structure
3 of 28 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
Steering
2 of 28 total reports mention: steering.
Show complaint excerpts
I got in my car to take my kids to school and notice the hub above the steering wheel was cracked going down and connected to a second spot that was also cracked in a prong pattern.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-04-30
Electronic stability control (esc)
2 of 28 total reports mention: electronic stability control (esc).
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2021-03-01Air bags21V050000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL, and 2009-2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500,...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 22, 2021.
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2021-05-11Air bags21V053000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 24, 2021.
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2021-05-11Air bags21V054000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 25, 2021.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2010 GMC Yukon XL — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 15 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V050000 · Air bags
- Recall 21V053000 · Air bags
- Recall 21V054000 · Air bags
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2010 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 2010 GMC Yukon XL?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 54% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 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.