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.

2010 GMC Yukon

● Typical for this model

2010 GMC Yukon
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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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 105
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Air bags

Complaints per year

2010: 105 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

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

Air bags

50% · 53 reports

CRASHINJURY

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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, 2016-01-12

Also filed under Structure

Structure

25% · 26 reports

Most commonly citing body and dashboard.

FIREINJURY

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Tl* the contact owns a 2010 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that there were cracks in the dashboard.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-04

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-02-10

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, 2024-07-13

Engine

8% · 8 reports

FIRE

Vehicle speed control

3% · 3 reports

Steering

3% · 3 reports

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2010-09-14Equipment10E043000 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…

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.

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2021-03-01Air bags21V050000 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.

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2021-05-11Air bags21V053000 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.

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2021-05-11Air bags21V054000 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.

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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2010 GMC Yukon — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Air bags: 53 reports on file for this year.
Structure: 26 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 8 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 10E043000 · Equipment
Recall 21V050000 · Air bags
Recall 21V053000 · Air bags
Recall 21V054000 · Air bags

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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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.