The Lemon Index2013 GMC Yukon.
The 2013 GMC Yukon is better than average by owner complaints: 19 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 54, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about airbags, it has 4 recalls, and it gets 15 to 21 mpg combined. The best GMC Yukon year is 2012.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 146 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every GMC Yukon year. 2013 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 48K to 91K miles on the car (96 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- airbags complaints mostly came at 48K–84K miles
- body structure complaints mostly came at 50K–90K miles
Recalls 4
- airbags 2021
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
- airbags 2021
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
- electrical 2014
In the affected vehicles, the chassis electronic module may be internally contaminated, resulting in an electrical short.
Show all 4 recalls
- steering 2013
102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect", and FMVSS No. 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention." The vehicles may have be.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems GMC told dealers about
GMC sent dealers 1787 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Some customers may comment that the vehicle has reduced acceleration at low speed and/or…
- This informational bulletin provides information on how to inspect the upper valve body to…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenDesiccated air bag inflator rupture2021
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GMC Yukon SUV RWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| GMC Yukon SUV 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| GMC Yukon Denali SUV 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| GMC Yukon Denali SUV RWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3050–4300 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl.
In owners' words
Lately I have experienced a loud popping or cracking noise when I am driving. My airbag light has also been on. Today I noticed a very big crack on the dashboard above the instrument panel.
2013 GMC Yukon owner · NHTSA complaint 10671446
Quick answers
Is the 2013 GMC Yukon reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.9× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 54; 100 is average, lower is better). The best GMC Yukon year by this measure is 2012.
What are the most common 2013 GMC Yukon problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are airbags (21%), body structure (11%) and seats (5%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2013 GMC Yukon have?
4 safety recalls (latest: airbags). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2013 GMC Yukon get?
15 to 21 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2013 GMC Yukon safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2013 GMC Yukon problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 48,500 and 91,800 miles. The middle report was at 60,000 miles, from 96 complaints.
Does the 2013 GMC Yukon have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 5% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2013 GMC Yukon cost in fuel a year?
About $3050 to $4300 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2013 GMC Yukon have?
5.3L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl.
What GMC Yukon year is better than the 2013?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2012, 2020 and 2019.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works