2010 GMC Yukon
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 PER YEAR
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| 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 | 528 |
| 2016 | 266 |
| 2017 | 196 |
| 2018 | 69 |
| 2019 | 54 |
| 2020 | 36 |
| 2021 | 323 |
| 2022 | 178 |
| 2023 | 231 |
| 2024 | 102 |
| 2025 | 51 |
| 2026 | 36 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
50% of complaints: air bags — 53 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN; I OWN A 2010 GMC YUKON. I AS WELL AS OTHERS HAVE A CRACKED DASHBOARD, ONE NEAR THE DEPLOYMENT OF MY AIRBAG AND ONE ON THE DRIVER SIDE BY THE STEERING COLUMN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160112
Also filed under STRUCTURE
25% of complaints: structure — 26 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and dashboard.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC YUKON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE CRACKS IN THE DASHBOARD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190104
Also filed under TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM and WHEELS
THE DOOR HANDLES ARE PEELING APART AND HAS CUT NUMEROUS PEOPLE. THIS ISSUE WAS PRESENTED PREVIOUSLY IN 2007 AND A RECALL WAS ISSUED. THE DEALER STATED THERE IS NO RECALL FOR 2010 AND WAS NOT WILLING TO REPAIR THE DANGEROUS DOOR HANDLES. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20150210
Engine front hood pops up into the safety latch position while driving down the road at highway speed and in cold weather or in a strong headwind.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240713
Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER
8% of complaints: engine — 8 distinct reports on file.
FIRE3% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 3 distinct reports on file.
3% of complaints: steering — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
MARATHON IS RECALLING CERTAIN SEAT COVERS, BRAND SUPERHIDES WITH PART NUMBERS 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, AND 630, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VE
Remedy: MARATHON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE SEAT COVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MARATHON AT 1-800-735-2769.
Campaign 10E043000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 21V050000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 21V053000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 21V054000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2010 GMC Yukon — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (53 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (26 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 10E043000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V050000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V053000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V054000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2010 GMC Yukon reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 GMC Yukon is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 GMC Yukon?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 GMC Yukon 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.