2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Yukon XL 1500 years
- Fewer complaints than other years 9th of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500. That ranks 9th out of 13 Yukon XL 1500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (7 complaints, 58%), typically at around 62,638 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 12owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 7 | 58% | 62,638 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 25% | 62,638 | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 25% | 59,276 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 17% | 74,288 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 8% | 900 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Steering:linkages
Problem: Gm is recalling certain model year 2011cadillac escalade, escalade esv; chevrolet silverado hd, silverado ld, suburban, tahoe; and gmc sierra hd, sierra ld, yukon, and yukon xl vehicles. The intermediate steering shaft attaching bolts may not have been tightened to the proper specification.
Risk: This could allow the joints to separate, and the driver could experience loss of steering increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Gm dealers will inspect and ensure that the intermediate steering shaft bolts are tightened to the proper specification. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about july 13, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-800-458-8006, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and gmc at 1-866-996-9463.
Suspension:rear:axle:spindle
Problem: General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche, colorado, express, silverado, suburban, tahoe; and gmc canyon, sierra, savana, yukon and yukon xl vehicles. The rear axle cross pins were not properly heat treated and could fracture and become displaced within the rear axle. Should the pin shift out of position, it could create an interference condition and cause the rear axle to lock.
Risk: The driver may not be able to maintain directional control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.
Fix: Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
Dash board panel has cracked open for unknown reasons causing a safety concern with sharp edges and openings that allow opportunities for foreign objects/items to enter vehicle controls and instrumentation panels. Passenger air bag at dash board seems defective due to cracked dash board panels and…
My dash is cracked above the instrument gauges and if the air bag deploys this will have dash board pieces flying in the cabin due to the cracks
Dash is cracking over instruments and it is cracking more and more every day if air bag deploy tit will send dash fragments into the front 2 passengers face . This is happening to thousands of people with the same car . This is obviously a defect for general motors.
Dashboard crack
Other GMC Yukon XL 1500 years
← 2010 Yukon XL 1500 · 2012 Yukon XL 1500 →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Yukon XL 1500 | 5 | 0 |
| 2011 | 12 | 2 |
| 2010 Yukon XL 1500 | 8 | 0 |
| 2009 Yukon XL 1500 | 11 | 0 |
| 2008 Yukon XL 1500 | 18 | 0 |
| 2007 Yukon XL 1500 | 60 | 0 |
| 2006 Yukon XL 1500 | 5 | 0 |
| 2005 Yukon XL 1500 | 24 | 0 |
| 2004 Yukon XL 1500 | 36 | 0 |
| 2003 Yukon XL 1500 | 63 | 0 |
| 2002 Yukon XL 1500 | 23 | 0 |
| 2001 Yukon XL 1500 | 29 | 0 |
| 2000 Yukon XL 1500 | 15 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500?
Owners most often report unknown or other, air bags, structure problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 7 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Yukon XL 1500 model years, the 2011 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.