2017 GMC Yukon XL vs 2018 GMC Yukon XL
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 GMC Yukon XL | 2018 GMC Yukon XL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 147 | 53 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,186 | 917 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 55,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Yukon XL | GMC Yukon XL |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 36 | 8 |
| Engine | 26 | 14 |
| Exterior Lighting | 39 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 31 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 22 | 10 |
| Suspension | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 16 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 7 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 5 | 0 |
2017 GMC Yukon XL
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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.