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2025 GMC Yukon XL: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2025 GMC Yukon XL — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Middle-of-the-pack complaint volume for SUV.
Owners filed 22 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 50% of 2025 SUVs. Engine leads the reports (41%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2025 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
22
Reports to NHTSA, 2025
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
16.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 50% of 2025 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2025 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Engine issues lead owner complaints (41% of 22 reports), followed by electrical system (23%).
Share of all 22 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11742654, ODI 11729589, ODI 11726253, ODI 11726102, ODI 11711967.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
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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 searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 14, 2026.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2025 GMC Yukon XL SUV RWD NHTSA source
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2025 GMC Yukon XL SUV 4WD NHTSA source
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yukon XL 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 10-spd | 21 | 26 | 23 |
| Yukon XL 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 10-spd | 20 | 26 | 22 |
| Yukon XL 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 10-spd | 15 | 20 | 17 |
| Yukon XL 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 10-spd | 14 | 19 | 16 |
| Yukon XL 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 10-spd | 14 | 18 | 16 |
| Yukon XL 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 10-spd | 15 | 19 | 16 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2025 GMC Yukon XL: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2025 GMC Yukon XL?
Owners filed 22 NHTSA complaints about the 2025 GMC Yukon XL — fewer complaints than 50% of comparable 2025 SUVs, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2025 GMC Yukon XL?
The most-reported problem areas are Engine (41% of complaints) and electrical system (23%).
How many recalls does the 2025 GMC Yukon XL have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2025 GMC Yukon XL, covering components such as wheels. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2025 GMC Yukon XL get?
The EPA rates the 2025 GMC Yukon XL between 16 and 23 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.