GMC

Yukon (K2XX)

2015-2020 · Full-Size SUV · 7 engines
Best Engine Recommended (4.4)
5,199 NHTSA Complaints
14 Recalls
30 Fire Reports
114 Crash Reports

Engine Reliability Comparison

LWN - EUR04, DI: Direct Injection

2.8L 4-cyl Turbo
Recommended (4.4)
2 complaints 2.0 per year Diesel
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Complaint Breakdown

exterior
2

Known Issues

Exterior Issues (2 complaints)

Also found in

CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 (2014-2018)GMC Canyon (2015-2025)CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 (2007-2013)CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 (2000-2006)GMC Sierra 1500 (2007-2013)CHEVROLET Colorado (2015-2025)GMC Yukon (2015-2020)

LMG

5.3L 8-cyl
Recommended (4.0)
6 complaints 4.0 per year Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV)
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Complaint Breakdown

safety systems
6

Known Issues

Safety Systems Issues (6 complaints)

Also found in

GMC Yukon (2007-2014)GMC L Series (2003-2003)CHEVROLET Avalanche (2008-2008)CHEVROLET HHR (2006-2011)CHEVROLET Tahoe (2007-2014)CHEVROLET Suburban (2007-2014)GMC Savana (2003-2025)CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 (2014-2018) +25 more

LY6

6.0L 8-cyl / 364 hp
Recommended (4.0)
4 complaints 4.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

electrical
4
exterior
4

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (4 complaints)
Exterior Issues (4 complaints)

Also found in

GMC Yukon (2007-2014)CHEVROLET Suburban (2007-2014)GMC Savana (2003-2025)GMC Acadia (2007-2016)CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 (2007-2013)CADILLAC SRX (2010-2016)CHEVROLET Silverado HD (2007-2014)CHEVROLET Silverado HD (2015-2019) +5 more

LLT

3.6L 6-cyl
Recommended (4.0)
4 complaints 4.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

exterior
4

Known Issues

Exterior Issues (4 complaints)

Also found in

JEEP Grand Cherokee (2011-2021)GMC Yukon (2007-2014)CHEVROLET HHR (2006-2011)SATURN Outlook (2007-2010)GMC S Utility (2003-2003)CHEVROLET Camaro (2010-2015)PONTIAC Solstice (2006-2010)FORD Edge (2007-2014) +18 more

LML

6.6L 8-cyl Turbo
Recommended (3.5)
12 complaints 12.0 per year Diesel
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Complaint Breakdown

brakes
4
electrical
4
body
4
fuel system
4

Known Issues

Brakes Issues (4 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (4 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (4 complaints)

Also found in

GMC Yukon (2007-2014)GMC Savana (2003-2025)CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 (2014-2018)GMC Canyon (2015-2025)GMC Acadia (2007-2016)GMC Terrain (2010-2017)CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 (2007-2013)GMC Canyon (2004-2012) +12 more

L86 - VVT, AFM, E85 Max, Aluminum

6.2L 8-cyl
Avoid (1.7)
1,740 complaints 221.5 per year Gasoline
8 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

exterior
584
engine
356
transmission
315
electrical
295
brakes
191

Known Issues

Exterior Issues (584 complaints)
Engine Issues (356 complaints)
Transmission Issues (315 complaints)

Also found in

CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 (2014-2018)GMC Canyon (2015-2025)GMC Acadia (2007-2016)GMC Terrain (2010-2017)GMC Sierra 1500 (2014-2018)GMC Sierra 1500 (2007-2013)GMC Yukon (2015-2020)CADILLAC Escalade (2015-2020)

L83 - VVT, Active Fuel Management, Aluminum.

5.3L 8-cyl
Avoid (1.2)
3,169 complaints 499.8 per year Gasoline
20 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

exterior
1507
brakes
670
electrical
553
transmission
325
other
223

Known Issues

Exterior Issues (1,507 complaints)
Brakes Issues (670 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (553 complaints)

Also found in

CHEVROLET Tahoe (2007-2014)CHEVROLET Suburban (2007-2014)CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 (2019-2025)GMC Savana (2003-2025)CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 (2014-2018)GMC Canyon (2015-2025)GMC Acadia (2007-2016)GMC Terrain (2010-2017) +15 more

Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the GMC Yukon regardless of engine variant.

Exterior Issues (2,101 complaints)
exterior serious
Brakes Issues (865 complaints)
brakes critical
Electrical System Issues (856 complaints)
electrical critical
Transmission Issues (640 complaints)
transmission serious
Engine Issues (550 complaints)
engine serious

Recalls (14)

21V115000Feb 24, 2021serious
Tires

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.

20V603000Jan 9, 2020serious
Service Brakes

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. The output of the mechanical vacuum pump can decrease over time, decreasing the amount of vacuum/power brake assist.

19V761000Oct 23, 2019serious
Service Brakes

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. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.

19V837000Nov 20, 2019serious
Fuel System

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.

19V645000Jun 8, 2019serious
Service Brakes

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.

18V586000Jul 8, 2018serious
Steering

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe and Suburban, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon, and Cadillac Escalade vehicles. Electric power steering (EPS) assist may be lost momentarily, followed by a sudden return of EPS assist.

17V437000Oct 6, 2017serious
Air Bags

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles, and 2015-2017 GMC Sierra HD 2500 and 3500 vehicles. While being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition. Without the update, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.

16V256000Apr 27, 2016serious
Suspension

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2016 Cadillac Escalade, Cadillac Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Sierra, GMC Yukon and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. The front upper control arms may have inadequate welds near the control arm bushing.

16V651000Aug 8, 2016serious
Air Bags

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.

14V152000Mar 30, 2014serious
Powertrain

General Motors LLC (GM ) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Silverado Light Duty Regular Cab, Double Cab, and Crew Cab 1500 series and model year 2015 Suburban and Tahoe; GMC model year 2014 Sierra Regular Cab, Double Cab, and Crew Cab 1500 Series and model year 2015 Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (feature code MYC). The subject vehicles may have a transmission oil cooler line that is not securely seated in the fitting.

14V374000Jun 26, 2014serious
Powertrain

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra vehicles, and model year 2015 GMC Yukon and Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. In the affected vehicles, an electrical signal short may cause the transfer case to shift to neutral without the driver's input.

14V451000Jul 22, 2014serious
Air Bags

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Suburban, Suburban LTZ, Tahoe, Tahoe LTZ, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL Denali vehicles manufactured on May 13, 2014. The affected vehicles were assembled with a roof rail air bags (RRAB) that were not reinforced at the points were the bags contact the hardware used to attach the roof carrier.

14V007000Jan 12, 2014serious
Engine & Cooling

General Motors is recalling certain 2014 model year Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, and 2015 model year Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV; Chevrolet Silverado HD; and GMC Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL, equipped with a 4.3L engine or 5.3L engine.

14V719000Oct 10, 2014serious
Steering

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra, and Yukon XL vehicles, equipped with electric power steering (EPS). Due to a problem with the EPS module, the affected vehicles may experience a sudden loss of power steering assist during vehicle operation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2015-2020 GMC Yukon problems?

The 2015-2020 GMC Yukon has accumulated 5,199 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Exterior, Brakes, Electrical System. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.

Which GMC Yukon engine is most reliable?

The 2015-2020 GMC Yukon was offered with 7 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 5.3L 8-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2015-2020 GMC Yukon a good used car?

The 2015-2020 GMC Yukon can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 5,199 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2015-2020 GMC Yukon have?

The 2015-2020 GMC Yukon has 5,199 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2015-2020 GMC Yukon?

There are 14 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2015-2020 GMC Yukon vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used GMC Yukon?

Before buying a used GMC Yukon, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Exterior, Brakes, Electrical System, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 5,199 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-04-06.

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