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2018 GMC Yukon: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues

What the public record actually says about the 2018 GMC Yukon — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.

The read

Middle-of-the-pack complaint volume for SUV.

Owners filed 73 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 52% of 2018 SUVs. Engine leads the reports (25%). 3 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.

Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2018 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.

Complaints filed

73

Reports to NHTSA, 2018

Safety recalls

3

NHTSA campaigns on record

NHTSA crash test

Overall NCAP rating

Combined MPG

18

EPA estimate

Complaint volume vs. segment peers

Fewer complaints than 52% of 2018 SUVs

The bar is this car's percentile among 2018 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 (25% of 73 reports), followed by power train (22%).

Engine25% · 18 reports
Power Train22% · 16 reports
Suspension10% · 7 reports
Unknown Or Other10% · 7 reports
Service Brakes7% · 5 reports
Steering5% · 4 reports
Air Bags4% · 3 reports
Electrical System3% · 2 reports

+ 10 more component categories with fewer reports.

Share of all 73 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11737607, ODI 11724184, ODI 11695994, ODI 11691429, ODI 11688970.

Recalls(3)

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.

Service BrakesJan 2020 · 20V603000Details +

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon vehicles equipped with either a 5.3L or 6.2L V8 engine. The output of the mechanical vacuum pump can decrease over time, decreasing the amount of vacuum/power brake assist.

Risk: A decrease in brake assist can increase the brake pedal effort and distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438. GM's number for this recall is N202300860.

Service BrakesJun 2019 · 19V645000Details +

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.

Risk: As the vacuum level drops, the brake assist decreases, increasing braking effort, extending the distance required to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192268490.

Service Brakes · 19V761000Details +

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.

Risk: Unintended activation of the driveline-protection system will cause unintended braking on the wheel on the opposite side of the failed sensor, causing the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192261050.

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

2018 GMC Yukon SUV 4WD NHTSA source

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2018 GMC Yukon SUV RWD NHTSA source

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Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Fuel economy by trim

TrimEngineDrivetrainCityHwyCombined
Yukon C1500 XL 2WD5.3L 8-cylRear-Wheel Drive162319
Yukon C1500 XL 2WD5.3L 8-cylRear-Wheel Drive162319
Yukon C1500 2WD5.3L 8-cylRear-Wheel Drive162319
Yukon C1500 2WD5.3L 8-cylRear-Wheel Drive162319
Yukon K1500 XL 4WD5.3L 8-cyl4-Wheel Drive152218
Yukon K1500 XL 4WD5.3L 8-cyl4-Wheel Drive152218
Yukon K1500 4WD5.3L 8-cyl4-Wheel Drive162218
Yukon K1500 4WD5.3L 8-cyl4-Wheel Drive162218
Yukon K1500 4WD6.2L 8-cyl4-Wheel Drive142217
Yukon C1500 XL 2WD6.2L 8-cylRear-Wheel Drive142317
Yukon C1500 2WD6.2L 8-cylRear-Wheel Drive142317
Yukon K1500 XL 4WD6.2L 8-cyl4-Wheel Drive142116

EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.

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2018 GMC Yukon: frequently asked

What does the complaint record show for the 2018 GMC Yukon?

Owners filed 73 NHTSA complaints about the 2018 GMC Yukon — fewer complaints than 52% of comparable 2018 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 2018 GMC Yukon?

The most-reported problem areas are Engine (25% of complaints) and power train (22%).

How many recalls does the 2018 GMC Yukon have?

3 recalls have been issued that affect the 2018 GMC Yukon, covering components such as service brakes. 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 2018 GMC Yukon get?

The EPA rates the 2018 GMC Yukon between 16 and 19 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.