2006 GMC Yukon
Only 27 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 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 27
- 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: 27 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 59 |
| 1995 | 90 |
| 1996 | 70 |
| 1997 | 133 |
| 1998 | 80 |
| 1999 | 204 |
| 2000 | 166 |
| 2001 | 197 |
| 2002 | 158 |
| 2003 | 204 |
| 2004 | 158 |
| 2005 | 85 |
| 2006 | 27 |
| 2007 | 428 |
| 2008 | 187 |
| 2009 | 94 |
| 2010 | 105 |
| 2011 | 158 |
| 2012 | 62 |
| 2013 | 117 |
| 2014 | 56 |
| 2015 | 529 |
| 2016 | 269 |
| 2017 | 196 |
| 2018 | 70 |
| 2019 | 55 |
| 2020 | 37 |
| 2021 | 340 |
| 2022 | 184 |
| 2023 | 243 |
| 2024 | 105 |
| 2025 | 55 |
| 2026 | 43 |
| 2027 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 27 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
5 of 27 total reports mention: steering.
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2006 Yukon makes a clunking noise when turning the wheel, vibration is also noticed when driving 65 MPH. *ts a month after the vehicle was purchased the consumer started to noticed noises coming from the front end.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-12-08
Also filed under Seats and suspension
Air bags
5 of 27 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing srs malfunction warning lamp/light.
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Airbag failed function due to lack of inflator performance during my husbands head-on crash and he suffered collar bone and rib fractures,massive head trauma resulting in a crainiotomy,brain damage and death one month later.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-12-02
Also filed under Seats and structure
My father was driving from dialysis on the decline of a bridge when he passed out behind the wheel. He was wearing his seatbelt, and the vehicle rested after hiting a tree. The airbags did not deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-10-06
Electrical system
4 of 27 total reports mention: electrical system.
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This is the 2nd GMC Yukon with a faulty drivetrain I've acquired in 3 years. Both occasions were directly after the vehicle had professional service done related to the faulty system.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-05
Also filed under Power train
Latches/locks/linkages
3 of 27 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages.
Electronic stability control (esc)
3 of 27 total reports mention: electronic stability control (esc).
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2005-10-14Steering05V455000 Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with a power steering hose that is not to specification. Under extreme steering maneuvers, such as turning the steering wheel fully to the left or…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the power steering hose(S) for two suspect date codes and replace them if required. The recall will begin on October 14, 2005. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438…
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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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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 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 05V455000 · Steering
- Recall 05V552000 · Equipment
- Recall 07E106000 · Wheels
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2006 GMC Yukon 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?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 GMC Yukon 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.