2006 GMC Yukon XL 2500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 16, 2015 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Yukon XL 2500 years
Not enough data 8th of 11 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 GMC Yukon XL 2500. That ranks 8th out of 11 Yukon XL 2500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electronic stability control (esc) (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 119,560 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2006 GMC Yukon XL 2500 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electronic Stability Control (esc)1 · ~119,560 mi
Engine1 · ~119,560 mi
Service Brakes1 · ~124,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electronic Stability Control (esc)150%119,560——
Engine150%119,560——
Service Brakes150%124,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2006 GMC Yukon XL 2500 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2006 GMC Yukon XL 2500.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

On april 2 2015 i experienced "reduced engine power" while taking my daughter to urgent care. The vehicle has had over $2000 work with many different repairmen involved. Gm advised they were sorry but no recalls - nothing they would do to help. Numerous times, we have come close to being involved…

Electronic Stability Control (esc) · received Dec 16, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10810686

I know the investigation is closed on rusted brake lines but id like for it to be reopen. I am not sure why the nhtsa is not finding gmc liable for this negligence. Brake lines rust from time to time. We got it. But my 2006 denali is driven approx. 4,000 miles per year, garaged when not driven. I…

Service Brakes · received Jun 22, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10726685

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2006 GMC Yukon XL 2500?

Owners most often report electronic stability control (esc), engine, service brakes problems. The top one, electronic stability control (esc), accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2006 GMC Yukon XL 2500?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2006 GMC Yukon XL 2500 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Yukon XL 2500 model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.