2022 GMC Yukon problems & reliability
179 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2022 GMC Yukon, alongside 5 safety recall campaigns. 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.
Federal crash records (FARS 2020–2023): 2022 GMC Yukon vehicles were involved in 6 fatal crashes with 2 occupant deaths. Involvement counts are not adjusted for how many are on the road and do not imply fault or a vehicle defect.
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine → | 107 | 60% |
| Electrical System → | 31 | 17% |
| Power Train → | 29 | 16% |
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 13 | 7% |
| Fuel/propulsion System → | 11 | 6% |
| Unknown / Other | 10 | 6% |
| Suspension | 7 | 4% |
| Steering | 6 | 3% |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 | 3% |
| Lane Departure | 4 | 2% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
All 25 reported components →Common symptoms owners describe
Keyword analysis of complaint narratives; one complaint can describe several symptoms.
Mileage when problems occurred
Among the 28 complaints that included a usable odometer reading, the median reported incident mileage was 43,500 miles (middle 50% between 21,500 and 56,500 miles).
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power, with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was restarted after several attempts; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed and was towed to the dealer. The vehicle was…”
Engine and Engine Cooling · filed Sep 10, 2026
“Persistent lifter/valvetrain tapping noise, particularly around 1,500 RPM. 2022 Yukon 88,000 miles. Engine consumes more than 2 quarts of oil in between oil changes. Was told by dealer in the past that this was in normal range.”
Engine · filed Sep 5, 2026
“The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while attempting to make a left turn at an intersection, the vehicle lost automotive power while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle was towed to a local Firestone, where the fuel pump module was replaced. The local dealer was contacted. Upon…”
Fuel System, Gasoline · filed Sep 4, 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
- Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy
Recall Query RQ26001 · opened Jan 16, 2026 · closed Aug 20, 2026
- Loss of motive power due to engine failure
Engineering Analysis EA25007 · opened Oct 23, 2025 · open
- Loss of motive power due to engine failure
Preliminary Evaluation PE25001 · opened Jan 16, 2025 · closed Oct 23, 2025 · led to recall 25V274
Technical service bulletins
1,166 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 2022 GMC Yukon. The 10 most recent:
General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall. Certain vehicles may have a condition which can cause the fuel pump power control module to fail. If this were to occur, fuel flow to the engine could…
N262558690 · Service Campaign · issued Sep 16, 2026
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 PI is created to inform GM dealers that some vehicles may intermittently fail to connect wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto after Bluetooth pairing during the first key cycle. The condition is caused by a…
PIT6545 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 3, 2026
Emission Recall. General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall. Certain vehicles listed above may have a condition which can cause the fuel pump power control module to fail. If this were to occur…
N262558690-01 · Emissions · issued Sep 1, 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 Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues
PIC6551C · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 20, 2026
General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall. Certain vehicles may have a condition which can cause the fuel pump power control module to fail. If this were to occur, fuel flow to the engine could…
N262558690-01 · Service Campaign · issued Aug 12, 2026
This PI Communicates information to ensure Memory Recall is enabled to ensure memory mirrors return to set position after curbview assist is used.
PIT6446A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 24, 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 2022 GMC Yukon has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns — 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 2022 GMC Yukon?
- · 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.
- · Among complaints with usable mileage, the median reported incident mileage was 43,500 miles. This does not predict when a particular vehicle will develop a problem.