2018 GMC Yukon
This year had at least 30% fewer 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 58 |
| 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 | 185 |
| 2009 | 94 |
| 2010 | 105 |
| 2011 | 158 |
| 2012 | 62 |
| 2013 | 116 |
| 2014 | 56 |
| 2015 | 528 |
| 2016 | 264 |
| 2017 | 194 |
| 2018 | 69 |
| 2019 | 51 |
| 2020 | 33 |
| 2021 | 290 |
| 2022 | 162 |
| 2023 | 207 |
| 2024 | 86 |
| 2025 | 46 |
| 2026 | 19 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
39% of complaints: engine — 27 distinct reports on file.
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I own a 2018 GMC Yukon Denali that keeps burning oil. I was told that the light had to be on or the issue had to be duplicated. I did an oil change and 2000 miles later the oil light came on.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231121
26% of complaints: power train — 18 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE AND EXITING THE HW. THE REAR WHEEL OF THE DRIVER SIDE BROKE OFF AND SEPARATED FROM THE CAR WHICH CAUSED MY CAR TO HIT THE CEMENT BEERIER ON FRONT AND THE SIDE OF THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20201208
No warning light presented to warn of transmission issues. While driving is hesitating sluggish when accelerating and stalling around 60mph then shifts . Putt Putt then pick up a bit then back down.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240208
12% of complaints: suspension — 8 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: steering — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2019.
Campaign 19V645000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782.
Campaign 19V761000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon vehicles equipped with either a 5.3L or 6.2L V8 engine.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2020.
Campaign 20V603000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2018 GMC Yukon — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 19V645000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V761000 (electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V603000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2018 GMC Yukon reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 GMC Yukon is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2018 GMC Yukon?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 GMC Yukon have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.