2022 GMC Yukon
This year had 30% to 100% more 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
- 184
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 3
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2022
Opened by NHTSA
61% of complaints
Complaints per year
2022: 184 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.
Engine
61% · 112 reportsShow complaint excerpts
My engine catastrophically failed and caught on fire. This was the second engine that was related to the recall that was replaced once at 21,000…
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-16
Also filed under Seats and structure
Vehicle lost all power and shutdown coming off the highway. This all happened even after the heavier ow-40 oil was added from the initial engine inspection. Been waiting almost 2 months for a total engine…
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-22
Also filed under Power train
We were driving back from vacation in a 2022 Yukon Denali with less than 40,000 miles on it when our engine completely seized. We were going highway speeds in a remote area. 4 kids were in our car, one of them only 1 month old.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-22
Electrical system
17% · 32 reportsMost commonly citing ignition and horn.
Power train
16% · 29 reportsMost commonly citing differential unit.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that there was an abnormal moaning and grinding sound coming from the vehicle. The contact became aware of the uneven wear on the tires. There were no warning lights illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-16
Fuel/propulsion system
8% · 14 reportsEngine and engine cooling
7% · 13 reportsSafety timeline
5 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first
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2022Complaint volume 184 complaints filed for this model year.
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2022-11-01Seat belts22V617000 General Motors, LLC (M) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with third-row seats.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rivet head formation on both the left and right side third-row seat belt buckle assemblies and replace seat belt buckle assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.
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2023-01-23Exterior lighting22V903000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles.
Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023.
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2025-01-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2025-10-23 Loss of motive power due to engine failure
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2025-06-18Engine and engine cooling25V274000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual.
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2025-10-23Engineering analysisOpen Loss of motive power due to engine failure
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2025-11-05Fuel system, diesel25V619000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade, 2021, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, and 2022 and 2024 GMC Yukon vehicles equipped with a 6-cylinder diesel engine.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for the correct fuel tank and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 5, 2025.
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2026-01-16Recall queryOpen Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy
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2026-04-07Power train26V085000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles equipped with 10 Speed Transmission with ETRS (Electronic Transmission Range...
Remedy: Dealers will install new transmission control module (TCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2026.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 GMC Yukon — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 112 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 32 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 29 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V617000 · Seat belts
- Recall 22V903000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 25V274000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 25V619000 · Fuel system, diesel
- Recall 26V085000 · Power train
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- Is the 2022 GMC Yukon reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 GMC Yukon is rated "worse than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 GMC Yukon?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 61% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 GMC Yukon have?
- 5 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.