2022 GMC Yukon XL

◆ Worse than typical

2022 GMC Yukon XL
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:36:42.226Z

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2022: 163 complaints

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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	306
2016	200
2017	146
2018	52
2019	67
2020	46
2021	219
2022	163
2023	210
2024	69
2025	25
2026	31

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ENGINE 66%

66% of complaints: engine — 108 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

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Engine Failure (Engine Seizure) (Connecting Rod bearing Failure). Enige Failed on an interstate highway causing us to nearly be struck by traffic moving at a high rate of speed.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250320

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

We took in our Yukon for the recall letters weâve received in the mail and to check a suspension light the popped up. Our Yukon was given back to us with the ac not working properly anymore and it started to turn off on us out of nowhere.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260807

Also filed under SUSPENSION

The engine in my 2022 GMC Yukon XL equipped with the 6.2L L87 V8 experienced a sudden loss of power while traveling at interstate speed. The vehicle had previously received the GM L87 engine recall remedy.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260714

Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

POWER TRAIN 18%

18% of complaints: power train — 29 distinct reports on file.

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Iâm gettin solenoid 6 stuck codes

NHTSA ODI report, 20260814

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12%

12% of complaints: electrical system — 20 distinct reports on file.

INJURY

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 8%

8% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 13 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 8%

8% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 13 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

▮ 2022 — complaint volume: 163

R 20221101 — seat belts

General Motors, LLC (M) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with third-row seats.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rivet head formation on both the left and right side third-row seat belt buckle assemblies and replace seat belt buckle assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.

Campaign 22V617000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20230123 — exterior lighting

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles.

Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023.

Campaign 22V903000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20250116 — PE (closed 20251023)

Loss of motive power due to engine failure

R 20250618 — engine and engine cooling

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual.

Campaign 25V274000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20251023 — EA (open)

Loss of motive power due to engine failure

I 20260116 — RQ (open)

Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy

R 20260407 — power train

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles equipped with 10 Speed Transmission with ETRS (Electronic Transmission Range...

Remedy: Dealers will install new transmission control module (TCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2026.

Campaign 26V085000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2022 GMC Yukon XL — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for engine issues (108 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for power train issues (29 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for electrical system issues (20 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 22V617000 (seat belts) has been completed.
Verify recall 22V903000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Verify recall 25V274000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Verify recall 26V085000 (power train) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2026 ▲ 2005 ▲ 2020

WORST YEARS

■ 2015 ■ 2021 ■ 2023

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FAQ

Is the 2022 GMC Yukon XL reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 GMC Yukon XL is rated "worse than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2022 GMC Yukon XL?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 66% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2022 GMC Yukon XL have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.