2021 GMC Yukon XL vs 2021 Hyundai Palisade
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 | 2021 GMC Yukon XL | 2021 Hyundai Palisade |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 220 | 434 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,231 | 127 |
| Investigations | 5 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–23 | 21–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 66,000 mi | 10,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Yukon XL | Hyundai Palisade |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 135 | 56 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 108 |
| Power Train | 47 | 23 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 55 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 48 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 27 | 9 |
| Suspension | 6 | 30 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 7 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 26 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 23 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 23 | 17 |
| Stalling | 21 | 17 |
| Oil consumption | 12 | 28 |
| Clunking / rattling | 11 | 15 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
2021 GMC Yukon XL
2021 Hyundai Palisade
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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.