2021 GMC Yukon Xl
Common Problems
Ranked from 65 federal NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
13 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
- 1
Engine Stalling and Seizure
20complaintsHigh severityEngineEngine stalling and seizing while driving, often leaving the vehicle inoperable and requiring immediate towing.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 25V274000
- 2
Random Engine Shutdowns
13complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine randomly shuts down while driving, often requiring multiple attempts to restart and causing traffic hazards.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 25V274000
- 3
Engine Lifter Failure
9complaintsHigh severityEngineMultiple reports of engine lifters failing, causing significant engine noise and excessive oil consumption.
Related recall: 25V274000
- 4
Engine Knocking and Ticking
7complaintsMedium severityEnginePersistent engine knocking and ticking sounds, often indicating internal component wear or failure.
Related recall: 25V274000
- 5
Engine Oil Consumption
7complaintsMedium severityEngineReports of the engine consuming an excessive amount of oil, often leading to engine failure.
$400–$4,500est. oil-consumption repair (rings/pcv) · 3–14 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 25V274000
- 6
Electrical System Failure Causing Dashboard Warning Lights
4complaintsLow severityElectricalElectrical system failures cause various dashboard warning lights to illuminate.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 7
Engine Stall at High Speeds
4complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine unexpectedly stalls at high speeds, causing the vehicle to lose power and requiring a tow.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 25V274000
- 8
Fuel Pump Control Module Failure
4complaintsHigh severityFuel systemThe fuel pump control module fails, leading to engine stalling and loss of power.
$500–$1,100est. fuel pump replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 21V739000
- 9
Transmission Failure Resulting in Reduced Power and Acceleration
4complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission fails, reducing the vehicle's power and acceleration capabilities.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 24V797000
- 10
Engine Seizure After Routine Maintenance
2complaintsHigh severityEngineAfter routine maintenance, the engine seizes, rendering the vehicle inoperable.
$4,000–$8,000est. engine replacement · 12–20 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 25V274000
- 11
Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine stalls at idle, possibly due to a malfunctioning stop-start system.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 25V274000
- 12
Excessive Oil Consumption and Abnormal Engine Noise
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine experiences excessive oil consumption and produces an abnormal noise.
$400–$4,500est. oil-consumption repair (rings/pcv) · 3–14 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 25V274000
- 13
Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunctioning with Phantom Braking
2complaintsSafety riskOtherThe forward collision avoidance system malfunctions, causing phantom braking and near accidents.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.