2025 GMC Yukon XL
Only 26 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 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 26
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2025
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2025: 26 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 26 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
15 of 26 total reports mention: engine.
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Engine (L87) blew up on I-80 in passing lane with no warning 14,635 miles. Almost got hit by several cars trying to get off the interstate. Sat alongside the road for 1 1/2 hours until tow truck arrived in 101 degree weather.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-31
During first oil change at 1200 miles, found a lot of metal flex in the oil filter element after cutting the oil filter open.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-13
Electrical system
6 of 26 total reports mention: electrical system.
Forward collision avoidance
6 of 26 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
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On August 9th at 5:30PM roughly, while attempting to park using the vehicleâs Park Assist feature, the system failed to function properlyâspecifically, it failed to detect a pole at the rear of a parking space, did not slow or brake the vehicle,...
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-09-18
Also filed under Back over prevention
Service brakes
5 of 26 total reports mention: service brakes.
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Roughly one to two times per day, a notification pops up on the infotainment screen stating that the brakes need to be serviced due to the brake assist system failing.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-25
Back over prevention
3 of 26 total reports mention: back over prevention, most commonly citing warnings and rearview system braking.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2026-06-18Wheels26V304000 General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2025â2026 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with 24-inch wheels.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front left and right wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2026.
Buy-smart checklist
2025 GMC Yukon XL — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 15 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Forward collision avoidance: 6 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V304000 · Wheels
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2025 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 2025 GMC Yukon XL?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 58% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2025 GMC Yukon XL have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.