2020 GMC Yukon XL vs 2022 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 | 2020 GMC Yukon XL | 2022 GMC Yukon XL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 46 | 164 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 714 | 1,165 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 16–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Yukon XL | GMC Yukon XL |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 24 | 108 |
| Power Train | 12 | 30 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 20 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 13 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 4 |
| Steering | 3 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 7 | 17 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 26 |
| Stalling | 0 | 16 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2020 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.