2024 GMC Yukon XL

Recalls, Specs & Safety Report

Expert Verdict
⚠️Elevated Concerns

The 2024 GMC Yukon XL faces notable reliability concerns, particularly with its hydraulic brakes and engine components, as highlighted by two recalls. Given the average failure mileage of approximately 12,373 miles, potential buyers should approach this model with caution and ensure any known issues have been resolved.

Key Factor:Significant brake and engine issues

📋Why This Matters

For a vehicle in the luxury SUV segment like the GMC Yukon XL, reliability is paramount. The presence of recalls related to critical systems such as service brakes and engine components signifies potential safety risks that could impact both performance and occupant safety. Faulty brake warnings can lead to undetected low brake fluid levels, while internal engine defects may result in severe mechanical failures that could leave owners stranded or facing costly repairs.

Focus Area:Safety Profile
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Expert Analysis

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    Recall Trend:No Change in recalls
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    Primary Risk Area:Warning
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    Vs Brand: Worse than avg (1.6)
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    Summary: The 2024 GMC Yukon XL's recall history raises flags about engineering decisions during this production cycle. While the brand generally has a solid reputation for durability, these specific issues suggest a deviation from their usual standards when compared to previous model years.

Safety & Reliability Score

82/100

Score Breakdown

Recall Impact-16
Complaint Impact-1.8
Investigation Impact-0

Technical Specifications

Key specifications for the 2024 GMC Yukon XL

Model Year2024
MakeGMC
ModelYukon XL
Fuel TypeGasoline
Body ClassPassenger Vehicle

Safety History Timeline

Jan24
NEWProduction
Jan24
RECALLRecall Issued
Dec24
RECALLRecall Issued
Jan25
ISSUEFirst Report

Consumer Complaint Analysis

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Most Reported Issue

12 complaints (33% of total)
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Complaint Trend

Stable
No trend data

Safety Incidents

No critical incidents

Complaint Severity Distribution

Breakdown of 36 consumer complaints by severity level.

🟠High
5(14%)
🟡Medium
5(14%)
🟢Low
26(72%)

Mileage Failure Analysis

⚙️Engineering Insight

The peak failure range of 0-20k miles indicates that problems may surface early in a vehicle's life cycle. For current owners, this means proactive monitoring and maintenance are essential during the initial ownership phase to prevent significant breakdowns or failures.

📊 Mileage data extracted from 13 of 36 complaints (36% coverage)
0-20k
11 reports (85%)
20k-40k
2 reports (15%)
40k-60k
0 reports (0%)
60k-80k
0 reports (0%)
80k-100k
0 reports (0%)
100k+
0 reports (0%)
* Analysis based on mileage data extracted from consumer complaint descriptions. Actual failure rates may vary.

🛠️ DIY Diagnosis Center

Experiencing an issue? Select a symptom to find official manufacturer solutions (TSBs).

Primary Risk Areas

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

🎯Risk Areas & Recommended Actions

Based on recall data, these components require verification:

1

Service Brakes

Issue: Potential malfunction of brake fluid warning light leading to undetected low fluid levels.

Immediately verify that the brake fluid level is consistently monitored and serviced as necessary.

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Request detailed service records related to brake system checks or repairs.

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Engine Components

Issue: Manufacturing defects in internal hard parts could lead to severe engine damage.

Schedule a diagnostic PICO test if any unusual noises or performance issues arise.

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'Ensure checks have been conducted for any recent recall work on engine components before purchase.'

💡Visit NHTSA.gov or contact your GMC dealer to verify recall completion status.

Official Safety Recalls (2)

Campaign: 24V674000

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING: LAMP

Summary

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Consequence

Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

Campaign: 25V274000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

Summary

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.

Consequence

Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-888-275-9171) or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

NHTSA Investigations

0 investigations

No active investigations for this vehicle.

Consumer Complaints

36 total complaints

Consumer-reported issues submitted to NHTSA for 2024 Yukon XL.

Common Reported SymptomsAI Analysis

Warning33%
Noise19%
Check Engine Light14%
Stall14%
Acceleration Issues14%
Battery11%
Peel8%
Display6%
Crack6%
Explode6%
Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

vehicle parked for extended period, 7-10 days, entered vehicle on 12/05/25 and proceeded to start - immediately service transmission appeared in display, check engine light on, dash flashing and door locks going up and down and chiming of alarms. was able to place in reverse, backed up, put into drive and vehicle would move approx 5-8 ft, lock up and stop, start again and repeat, etc.. put vehicle in low1 was able to get back in driveway and parked. had vehicle towed to closest dealer who had a transmission specialist available and worked with GM warranty plus GM CarBravo warranty to address issues (multiple dealers refused or didn’t have available personnel and/or were multiple weeks out for repairs). called and advisor said i needed a new battery (22mo of a 36mo free battery replacement GM AC Delco) and to have transmission valve body replaced and no tcm, 3-5 days for part delivery and that this was under a GM Service bulletin # PIP6069 (which i pulled up online), stated this repair (valve body) fixed most vehicles but knew of a few instances where complete GM 10spd transmissions had to be replaced. glad this happened in my driveway versus while being on a long distance trip. waiting on part delivery and unable to use vehicle due safety issue with transmission.

Engine/Powertrain🔶 Medium
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE

Vehicle was operating on the interstate with cruise control activated. Time was approximately 9:15pm. Weather was fair with temperatures in the lower 60's. Speed was approximately 73mph. Without any audible or warning light notifications the engine stalled and all exterior lighting, power assisted braking and steering was lost. The emergency flashers were immediately activated to warn vehicles in nearby proximity of our emergency status. I tried to restart the engine(the transmission was showing to be in N)with no success. During the attempt to restart, the exterior lighting was restored. With the path of travel now visible, I was able to slow the vehicle to a safe speed and exit from the roadway onto the shoulder. Upon stopping, the vehicle was placed into P and OnStar was notified of the event. We remained in the vehicle until one of our friends was able to take us home. Onstar contacted AAA to remove the vehicle to the nearest GM dealership.

Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low
ENGINE

Misfiring, blue smoke and black smoke coming out the tail fight engine problem 6.2 L87 engine

Electrical🔵 Low
EXTERIOR LIGHTING

ChatGPT said: There is a design flaw with the automatic light function. When you turn the knob to disable the automatic lights to avoid blinding someone while parked, the knob returns to the auto position as expected. This is a good system to ensure that the next time you start the car, the lights are in auto again. The issue is with the way the system indicates what is happening to the driver. When the lights are set to auto, the “auto” indicator on the knob is illuminated. If you turn the knob to running lights or full lights, the corresponding indicator lights up as expected. However, when you turn the lights off, the indicator light returns to “auto” even though the lights are actually off. While the physical knob should return to auto to make sure the system resets properly at the next startup, the indicator should switch to the “off” position so the driver knows the lights are off. I drove off in the city and assumed my lights were on because the knob said auto, but I later realized they were off. This creates a serious safety hazard. There is no way to know in that situation if your lights are actually on by looking at the knob unless you cycle the lights again. A recall should be issued to change the software or replace the button to make sure that this is clear to the driver.

Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

The contact owns a 2024 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and decelerated. The contact was able to coast over to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and was diagnosed with crankshaft and rod bearing failure. The vehicle was previously included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, it was determined that the engine was not defective and did not need to be replaced. The vehicle was scheduled for engine replacement, but had not yet been repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 24,000.

Engine/Powertrain⚠️ High
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE,ENGINE

Check Engine and transmission alerts appeared in the app; vehicle showed “Check 4x4” while driving, cleared next day •Engine not sounding normal •Paint peeling •Fading plastic trim •Front bumper misaligned •Rear bumper misaligned •Loose front door frames •Marker lights collecting bugs •Plastic becoming loose at the rear hatch •Plastic near auto steps: one side has gaps, the other side fits properly •PPF (paint protection film) peeling •Taillights movable by hand •Fog lights movable by hand •Rear spoiler, hatch glass, and surrounding trim loose/movable •Cargo protector loose on exterior trunk sill •Cracking turn signal stalk •Rust developing within the first year •Finger can fit into gaps at door frames •Exhaust tips showing burnt discoloration •Significant loss of vehicle value: ~$70,000 down from $100,000 at purchase

Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low
ENGINE

It’s been 7 months of the recall and dealers are not sending repair notices/remedy how IS GM allows to take 7 months this is an untimely manner yall need to investigate further and issue buybacks I contacted GM saying the engine is making noise they they I HAVE TO PAY FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION…THAT IS ILLEGAL

Engine/Powertrain🔶 Medium
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,ENGINE

Windshield needs replacement – one side window installed incorrectly (huge gap) •Trim peeling (inside and outside) •Heavy rust in engine area •Sunroof seals need replacement •All window tints need replacement •Headlights not aligned – need new ones •Taillights not aligned – need new ones •Spoiler damaged – needs replacement •Dashboard feels loose – needs replacement •Door panel misaligned •Rubber gaskets/seals smushed •Seat covers smushed (from dealer) •Paint peeling (sunroof, edges near wheels) •Plastic components worn / damaged •Front bumper misaligned •Two front fenders need replacement •Tow hitch cover needs replacement •Cargo protector installed on exterior trunk sill •Check engine / transmission alert showed in app (vehicle displayed “check 4x4” while driving) •Bluetooth system not working Everything on this car is not aligned this is a huge safety hazard on everything electrical,engine,visibility they won’t take responsibility they said they don’t have no update on recall it’s 7 months and the NHSTA all won’t take responsibility I contacted them multiple times they just say contact GM for recall info 7 months

Other🔵 Low
UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Hello,I would like to file a complaint for General Motors for untimely recall remedy and failure to fix recall it’s been 6 months since the recall and there’s no remedy no estimate on it and no update from dealer or GM .My vehicle turned on the check engine and transmission on the app (In car said check 4x4) the turned off the next day why is that is it going bad ? The paint is peeling the exterior plastic is fading white ,bumper in not aligned the front door frames are not aligned and plastic near auto steps ,and are loose the marker lights are getting bugs in and the turn signal stalk is cracking and the vehicle is also rusting this is very unacceptable and you need to take action against GM and make them give updates and immediately issue the remedy if not I need a buy back . VIN -1GKS2JKL0RR162207 TX also the vehicle value went down 30,000 it’s worth 70,000 I bought it for 100,000 what will be the resolution on this will I get it back what is GM doing to fix that yall need to take action or your issue buy backs brand new 25 Yukon or 30,000 towards next car

Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

I am filing this complaint regarding GM Recall N252494000 (NHTSA Campaign Number 25V274) for my 2024 GMC Yukon XL (VIN: [XXX] ). The issue involves a serious engine defect related to the crankshaft and/or connecting rods, which can result in catastrophic engine failure and loss of propulsion while driving—a clear and dangerous safety risk. I first became concerned when early reports of this issue began circulating publicly. As a father of young children, I became increasingly uneasy that my vehicle could potentially fail while in operation. Receiving GM’s formal recall letter only validated my growing concern for my family’s well-being. It’s deeply frustrating and unsettling. The notice states that parts to repair or replace the engine are not currently available, and offers no clear timeframe for when a remedy will be provided. I feel like we are being strung along while forced to continue using a vehicle that may become unsafe at any moment. This delay is unacceptable. There has been no offer of a loaner vehicle, no proactive communication from the dealer, and no assurance from GM that they are prioritizing driver safety over logistics. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate whether GM is doing enough to provide timely remedies to affected customers. I also urge you to consider whether interim solutions (such as alternative transportation or more aggressive recall execution) should be mandated. Thank you for your attention to this matter. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I know about the recalls on the 2024 GMC Yukon XL?

'The recalls primarily address critical issues with service brakes and internal engine components, focusing on safety-related defects that could affect performance. It's advisable to review recall resolutions and ensure they have been addressed before purchasing.'

'How can I protect myself from buying a problematic used GMC Yukon XL?'

'To mitigate risks when purchasing a used GMC Yukon XL, it's vital to obtain comprehensive service histories and verify that all recall work has been completed. Pay particular attention to brake system maintenance records and any signs of past engine repairs.'

📊Year-over-Year Context

📈Improving Trend

Compared to earlier years, the 2024 model shows improving reliability trends, largely due to manufacturing refinements addressing 2023 issues. Recall frequency decreased 50%.

🧭What This Means for You

This analysis is particularly important for drivers who navigate steep terrain, tow regularly, or drive in frequent rain or snow.

If you're unsure, we recommend starting with a VIN check or consulting a certified mechanic.

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If You Own This Vehicle

  • Immediate Action: If any recalls are listed as 'incomplete', contact a certified GMC service center—repairs are performed at no cost to you.
  • Unaddressed recalls pose real-world risks. Prioritize scheduling any pending repairs to maintain vehicle integrity.
  • Proactive tip: Enroll in GMC's owner notification program for real-time safety updates.
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If You're Buying Used

  • Request the VIN from the seller and verify the 'Clean' recall status via NHTSA.
  • This specific Yukon XL year is noted for its strong reliability foundations.

This page is designed to help you decide, not alarm you.

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Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Last updated: February 23, 2026.