2022 GMC Yukon power train problems
26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2022 GMC Yukon — 16% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that there was an abnormal moaning and grinding sound coming from the vehicle. The contact became aware of the uneven wear on the tires. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed…”
filed Jul 16, 2026
“with no warning ,the GMC 6.2L engine failed on my family trip to Colorado. The engine seized at HWY speeds, stopped running, failed to restart and had to be towed to local dealer. This issue is a known GMC defect with numerous reports and a safety recall issue. I was fortunate to be able to move…”
filed Jun 22, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Transmission control valve may fail and lock up the rear wheelsCampaign 26V085000 · Feb 13, 2026
Power Train problems in other Yukon years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Yukon | 7 | 33% |
| 2025 Yukon | 6 | 12% |
| 2024 Yukon | 12 | 14% |
| 2023 Yukon | 36 | 17% |
| 2021 Yukon | 48 | 16% |
| 2020 Yukon | 14 | 41% |
| 2019 Yukon | 12 | 23% |
| 2018 Yukon | 18 | 26% |
| 2017 Yukon | 48 | 24% |
| 2016 Yukon | 34 | 13% |
| 2015 Yukon | 46 | 9% |
| 2014 Yukon | 3 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2022 GMC Yukon
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.