2017 GMC Yukon XL engine problems
26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2017 GMC Yukon XL — 18% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2017 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, there was a loud ticking and tapping sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to two independent mechanics, where it was diagnosed and determined that there was…”
filed Sep 1, 2026
“The contact owns a 2017 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while idling, the vehicle started shuddering violently. The contact stated that while driving to the residence at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and…”
filed Dec 8, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other Yukon XL years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Yukon XL | 20 | 63% |
| 2025 Yukon XL | 16 | 59% |
| 2024 Yukon XL | 53 | 76% |
| 2023 Yukon XL | 142 | 67% |
| 2022 Yukon XL | 108 | 66% |
| 2021 Yukon XL | 135 | 61% |
| 2020 Yukon XL | 24 | 52% |
| 2019 Yukon XL | 34 | 51% |
| 2018 Yukon XL | 14 | 26% |
| 2016 Yukon XL | 26 | 13% |
| 2015 Yukon XL | 26 | 8% |
| 2013 Yukon XL | 1 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 GMC Yukon XL
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.