2016 GMC Yukon vs 2018 GMC Yukon
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 GMC Yukon | 2018 GMC Yukon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 265 | 69 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,700 | 1,114 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 55,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Yukon | GMC Yukon |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 104 | 2 |
| Engine | 33 | 27 |
| Service Brakes | 52 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 53 | 3 |
| Power Train | 34 | 18 |
| Suspension | 7 | 8 |
| Steering | 10 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 26 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 12 | 6 |
| Stalling | 11 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
2016 GMC Yukon
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.