The Lemon Index2025 GMC Yukon.
The 2025 GMC Yukon is so far about average by owner complaints: 57 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 101, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 2 recalls, and it gets 16 to 23 mpg combined. The best GMC Yukon year is 2012.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 57 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every GMC Yukon year. 2025 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 0K to 30K miles on the car (7 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 2
- wheels 2026
Incorrect bolts may have been installed on the left and right front wheel hubs, which can result in the bolts loosening or deforming over time.
- equipment adaptive/mobility 2025
Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information.
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 459 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- This Preliminary information communicates an issuethat after starting the vehicle…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenLoss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy2026
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 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| GMC Yukon SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| GMC Yukon XL SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| GMC Yukon XL SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3800–5000 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.0L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl.
In owners' words
Warning about reduced acceleration and need for immediate servicing. Dealership reports notice about this issue by using diagnostic codes. Needs engine and turbo charger replaced. Vehicle has only 6500 miles on it.
2025 GMC Yukon owner · NHTSA complaint 11712217
More owner reports
My engine completely failed on March 19, 2026 and it is currently at Sterling GMC in Bryan Texas waiting for a backorder engine as it needs to be completely replaced
NHTSA complaint 11729983
Vehicle loss of power on the Interstate at a high rate of speed. Vehicle would not start and could not be put in Neutral to safely remove from road.
NHTSA complaint 11758878
Quick answers
Is the 2025 GMC Yukon reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn about average per car sold, against other 2025 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 101; 100 is average). The best GMC Yukon year by this measure is 2012.
What are the most common 2025 GMC Yukon problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (67%), electrical (16%) and automatic emergency braking (16%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2025 GMC Yukon have?
2 safety recalls (latest: wheels). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2025 GMC Yukon get?
16 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2025 GMC Yukon safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2025 GMC Yukon have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 12% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2025 GMC Yukon cost in fuel a year?
About $3800 to $5000 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2025 GMC Yukon have?
3.0L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl.
What GMC Yukon year is better than the 2025?
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