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 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
58% of complaints: engine — 94 distinct reports on file.
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The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240202
I was driving approximately 25 to 30 mph in a round about on two different occasions within the last 10 days and the vehicle completely shut off in a busy traffic area almost causing an accident on both occasions.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230911
15% of complaints: power train — 25 distinct reports on file.
15% of complaints: electrical system — 25 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 12 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 9 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 22V617000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 22V903000 — check if this car was fixed
Loss of motive power due to engine failure
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.
Campaign 25V274000 — check if this car was fixed
Loss of motive power due to engine failure
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.
Campaign 25V619000 — check if this car was fixed
Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy
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.
Campaign 26V085000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2022 GMC Yukon — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (94 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (25 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (25 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 22V617000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V903000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V274000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V619000 (fuel system, diesel) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V085000 (power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
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 58% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 GMC Yukon have?
5 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.