2025 GMC Yukon XL problems & reliability
27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2025 GMC Yukon XL, alongside 1 safety recall campaign. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several components.
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine → | 16 | 59% |
| Electrical System | 6 | 22% |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 6 | 22% |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 19% |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | 11% |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 7% |
| Power Train | 2 | 7% |
| Seats | 1 | 4% |
| Steering | 1 | 4% |
| Unknown / Other | 1 | 4% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
All 12 reported components →Common symptoms owners describe
Keyword analysis of complaint narratives; one complaint can describe several symptoms.
What owners report
“The car stopped without warning in the middle of a very busy highway that could have caused an accident. The car had to be drug onto a wrecker because the wheels would not turn to be loaded on tow truck. Towed to dealership and have been advised that the engine will have to be replaced due to engine failure. The were…”
Steering · filed Sep 17, 2026
“The contact owns a 2025 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the engine. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that there was a catastrophic engine failure…”
Engine · filed Aug 31, 2026
“Engine (L87) blew up on I-80 in passing lane with no warning 14,635 miles. Almost got hit by several cars trying to get off the interstate. Sat alongside the road for 1 1/2 hours until tow truck arrived in 101 degree weather. GM provided no roadside assistance since it was a Sunday. They were incorrect with their…”
Engine · filed Aug 31, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Federal defect investigations
- Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy
Engineering Analysis EA26005 · opened Aug 20, 2026 · open
Technical service bulletins
438 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 2025 GMC Yukon XL. The 10 most recent:
This PI is to instruct dealer on diagnostic procedures that need to be completed prior to replacing a radio or IPC display
PIC6629F · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 10, 2026
This preliminary information communicates diagnostic tips for air leveling suspension system.
PIT5801F · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 10, 2026
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
PIP4902W · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 4, 2026
This preliminary information is to inform technicians and customers that GM is aware of the issue and the vehicle can still be driven. When a repair is available, this PI will be updated.
PIT6544 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 2, 2026
This Preliminary Information is to inform technicians and customers to not replace any parts for the missing hitch view. Engineering is investigating and the camera is still operational at this time.
PIT6540 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 31, 2026
This preliminary information is to inform technicians that GM is placing the B174W Front View Camera Module (ACP2) on part restriction due to elevated replacement rates and ongoing engineering investigation. Technicians…
PIT6503E · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 27, 2026
This Preliminary information communicates to the technicians a diagnostic tip if a technician loses communication with the image processor #2 and how to restore communication
PIT6541 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 27, 2026
This Preliminary information communicates ordering process for the night vision camera that are on restriction for all listed vehicles for Technical Assistance review.
PIT6516C · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 27, 2026
This PI provides a diagnostic tip when fuse F4DR is opening and dealerships are to inspect the wiring at the center console lid.
PIT5869B · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 26, 2026
This is a diagnostic PI to assist on a repair to fix a concern for the HVAC temperature doors binding at times
PIT6452E · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 22, 2026
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
The 2025 GMC Yukon XL has 1 NHTSA recall campaign — recall repairs are free at franchised dealers regardless of the vehicle’s age.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →Buying a used 2025 GMC Yukon XL?
- · Decode the seller’s VIN with our free VIN decoder to confirm the exact year, engine and trim.
- · Check for unrepaired recalls by VIN on NHTSA’s official lookup — recall repairs are free.