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2025 GMC Yukon XLProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 28 owner complaints about the 2025 GMC Yukon XL, most often about the engine. It is covered by 1 safety recall.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 5, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 GMC Yukon XL has problems
28 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
17Engine
6Electrical system
6Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
5Service brakes
3Back over prevention1 crash/fire/injury
2Fuel/propulsion system
2Power train
1Wheels
1Seats
22 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 17 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 6 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 6 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 |
| 2 other systems | 2 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2025 GMC Yukon XL recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with GMC.
Best & worst years
2025 vs. every other Yukon XL year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Yukon XL median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2025 GMC Yukon XL safety ratings
2025 GMC Yukon XL SUV 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
- Rollover: 3 stars (21.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional
- Lane departure warning: Standard & Optional
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2025 GMC Yukon XL, and the recalls they led to.
- Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedyOpen
In owners' words
What Yukon XL owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2025 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, there was a tapping sound coming from the vehicle and the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light illuminated and then turned off. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The dealer was contacted by phone…
The car stopped without warning in the middle of a very busy highway that could have caused an accident. The car had to be drug onto a wrecker because the wheels would not turn to be loaded on tow truck. Towed to dealership and have been advised that the engine will have to be replaced due to…
The contact owns a 2025 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the engine. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that there was a…
Own a 2025 Yukon XL?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.