2025 GMC Yukon. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 6
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel | Auto 10-spd | RWD | 21 / 26 / 23 | Diesel | $4,100 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 20 / 26 / 22 | Diesel | $4,300 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | RWD | 15 / 20 / 17 | Regular | $3,650 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 15 / 19 / 17 | Regular | $3,650 |
| 6.2L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | RWD | 15 / 20 / 17 | Premium | $4,550 |
| 6.2L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 14 / 18 / 16 | Premium | $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 400 and 30,800 miles. Median 3,200, from 7 complaints with a mileage.
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
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 67% |
| Electrical | 16% |
| Automatic emergency braking | 16% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 12% |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 5% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 2
26V304000 May 2026 Wheels / Hub
Defect. General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2025–2026 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with 24-inch wheels. 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.
Risk. A bolt that loosens or breaks during vehicle operation can result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will replace the front left and right wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262554630. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became se
25V876000 Dec 2025 Equipment Adaptive/Mobility / Wheelchair Restraints/Securement / Latch/Anchor /
Defect. Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk. An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy. Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy | 2026 | – |
Manufacturer communications 459
GMC filed 459 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- This Preliminary information communicates an issuethat after starting the vehicle…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GMC Yukon SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| GMC Yukon SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| GMC Yukon XL SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| GMC Yukon XL SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Standard & Optional | Standard & Optional |
Nearby model years
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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