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All cars · GMC Yukon · 2023

2023 GMC Yukon. Advanced data.

The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.

Lemon Index243100 = average car
Complaints245NHTSA, first 3 years
Sold82,271U.S. model year
Per 100K sold298complaints

Engines and drivetrains 6

EngineTransmissionDriveCity / hwy / combinedFuelFuel cost/yr
3.0L 6-cyl turbo dieselAuto 10-spdRWD21 / 27 / 23Diesel$4,100
3.0L 6-cyl turbo dieselAuto 10-spd4WD20 / 26 / 22Diesel$4,300
5.3L 8-cylAuto 10-spdRWD15 / 20 / 17Regular$3,650
5.3L 8-cylAuto 10-spd4WD15 / 20 / 17Regular$3,650
6.2L 8-cylAuto 10-spdRWD14 / 20 / 16Premium$4,850
6.2L 8-cylAuto 10-spd4WD14 / 18 / 16Premium$4,850

EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.

Failure mileage by system

Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 18,700 and 44,400 miles. Median 34,000, from 29 complaints with a mileage.

SystemMedianMiddle halfComplaints
Engine38,10031,000–44,00011
Transmission & drivetrain35,20016,200–51,7006
Engine34,00024,500–46,0009

Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.

Complaints by system

SystemShare of complaints
Engine65%
Transmission & drivetrain19%
Electrical11%
Fuel or ev drive system6%
Engine6%

One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.

Severity, all complaints

TotalCrashesFiresInjuriesDeathsTows
245101014

As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.

Recall campaigns 4

  • 25V274000 Apr 2025 Engine And Engine Cooling / Engine / Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical

    Defect. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.

    Risk. Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy. Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Ch

  • 24V674000 Sep 2024 Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Brake Fluid Low Warning / Lamp

    Defect. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

    Risk. Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy. The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.

  • 23V642000 Sep 2023 Suspension / Rear

    Defect. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The rear suspension outer control arm bolts may not have been properly heat-treated, which can cause the bolts to break.

    Risk. A broken suspension bolt can result in misalignment of the rear wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy. Dealers will replace both rear suspension outer control arm bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232415910.

  • 22V903000 Dec 2022 Exterior Lighting / Lighting Control Module / Software

    Defect. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    Risk. DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy. The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands prev

NHTSA investigations

StatusSubjectOpenedClosed
OpenLoss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy2026–
OpenLoss of motive power due to engine failure2025–
ClosedLoss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy20262026
ClosedLoss of motive power due to engine failure20252025

Manufacturer communications 970

GMC filed 970 service communications for this car with NHTSA.

Crash ratings by version

VersionOverallFrontSideRollover
GMC Yukon SUV 4WD★★★★☆★★★★☆★★★★★★★★☆☆
GMC Yukon SUV 2WD★★★★☆★★★★☆★★★★★★★★☆☆
GMC Yukon XL SUV 4WD★★★★☆★★★★☆★★★★★★★★☆☆
GMC Yukon XL SUV 2WD★★★★☆★★★★☆★★★★★★★★☆☆

Safety equipment

Electronic stabilityForward collision warningLane departure warning
StandardStandard & OptionalStandard & Optional

Nearby model years

YearLemon IndexComplaintsSoldTop system
202013863,440Transmission & drivetrain
2021977984,242Engine
202210710882,304Engine
202324324582,271Engine
202414110687,312Engine
20251015793,036Engine

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.

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