2019 GMC Yukon XL
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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
- 68
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2019
None on file
50% of complaints
Complaints per year
2019: 68 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
50% · 34 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Unknown Truck engine will cut off in the middle of high speed traffic. More than three times.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-15
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Yukon XL.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-15
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving and while the vehicle was parked on several occasions, there was a tapping sound coming from the engine compartment.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-13
Power train
22% · 15 reportsEngine and engine cooling
9% · 6 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving, there was a loud knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was cautiously driven to the residence and parked.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-29
Electrical system
9% · 6 reportsShow complaint excerpts
it's been a known fact and on social media there has been many complaints, why is there nothing being done.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-28
Service Trailer Brake System keeps coming on while driving. Dealership says nothing wrong although they replaced fuse. Still happening. Only thing that seems to work is pulling off road and restarting vehicle. That is only a,temporary "fix".
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-29
Forward collision avoidance
9% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
Show complaint excerpts
My vehicle keeps showing a front camera warning and we went to the dealership multiple times and they were unable to diagnose the problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-26
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2018-11-07Seat belts18V673000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Cadillac CT6, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Volt, and GMC Yukon XL vehicles.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seatbelt retractors and replace them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2018.
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2026-05-18Power train26V289000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with four-wheel (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and certain...
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transfer case assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026.
Buy-smart checklist
2019 GMC Yukon XL — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 34 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 15 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 6 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V673000 · Seat belts
- Recall 26V289000 · Power train
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- Is the 2019 GMC Yukon XL reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 GMC Yukon XL is rated "typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 GMC Yukon XL?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2019 GMC Yukon XL 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.