2025 GMC Yukon Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Yukon years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 27th of 33 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 57 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 GMC Yukon. That ranks 27th out of 33 Yukon model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (38 complaints, 67%), typically at around 5,919 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 57owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2025 GMC Yukon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 38 | 67% | 5,919 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 9 | 16% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 7 | 12% | 30,765 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 4% | 16 | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 2% | 3,150 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2025 GMC Yukon recalls (2)
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Wheels:hub
Problem: General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2025â2026 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.
Fix: 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 searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 14, 2026.
Equipment adaptive/mobility:wheelchair restraints/securement:latch/anchor:
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy (EA26005) — opened Aug 20, 2026, still open.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While driving my vehicle, i noticed no sound coming from infotainment, signaling or lights being able to turn on. After pulling over at the nearest gas station, i parked and turned the vehicle off and waited for 30 minutes. Soon after that time, i turned the vehicle on and sound came back. However…
[XXX] - Catastrophic engine shutdown. Yes engine is still at Don Ledford Automotive Group, Cleveland, TN During the engine shutdown, we were still moving on a two lane highway in rural South Carolina. Other vehicles had to swerve/pass to avoid our sudden slowdown. On [XXX], I had the car…
Engine failure at 20,959 miles (GM 6.2L V8). Sudden knocking noise. I heard noise at idle, accelerating, and decelerating. Sounds increased in volume / frequency within a 24hr period and driving it only a few miles. GM dealer verified engine failure and is ordering a replacement under warranty.
The contact owns a 2025 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle started shuddering. The failure was a recurring failure. The dealer was contacted in person, and the failure was associated with the dynamic fuel management system. The manufacturer was contacted by phone…
The contact owns a 2025 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly lost motive power and came to a complete stop in traffic. There was no warning light illuminated during the failure. The vehicle was restarted; however, the vehicle failed to…
Other GMC Yukon years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Yukon | 1 | 0 |
| 2026 Yukon | 41 | 3 |
| 2025 | 57 | 2 |
| 2024 Yukon | 106 | 3 |
| 2023 Yukon | 244 | 4 |
| 2022 Yukon | 184 | 5 |
| 2021 Yukon | 337 | 13 |
| 2020 Yukon | 36 | 4 |
| 2019 Yukon | 55 | 2 |
| 2018 Yukon | 70 | 3 |
| 2017 Yukon | 196 | 3 |
| 2016 Yukon | 270 | 5 |
| 2015 Yukon | 529 | 10 |
| 2014 Yukon | 56 | 3 |
| 2013 Yukon | 117 | 4 |
| 2012 Yukon | 63 | 3 |
| 2011 Yukon | 158 | 5 |
| 2010 Yukon | 105 | 3 |
| 2009 Yukon | 94 | 5 |
| 2008 Yukon | 187 | 4 |
| 2007 Yukon | 428 | 4 |
| 2006 Yukon | 27 | 2 |
| 2005 Yukon | 85 | 3 |
| 2004 Yukon | 159 | 2 |
| 2003 Yukon | 204 | 4 |
| 2002 Yukon | 158 | 3 |
| 2001 Yukon | 197 | 6 |
| 2000 Yukon | 166 | 6 |
| 1999 Yukon | 204 | 1 |
| 1998 Yukon | 80 | 2 |
| 1997 Yukon | 133 | 0 |
| 1996 Yukon | 70 | 3 |
| 1995 Yukon | 90 | 6 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2025 GMC Yukon?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 38 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2025 GMC Yukon?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2025 GMC Yukon a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Yukon model years, the 2025 has far fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.