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2023 GMC Yukon XL Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 5.7× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
185Complaints
4Recalls
1Crashes
0Fires
13Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Engine (65.9% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.

Engine complaints here are 5.7× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.

2 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 4 rest on owner reports alone.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Engine122 · 65.9%RecalledRecall 25V274000
Power Train32 · 17.3%No official action
Electrical System31 · 16.8%No official action
Fuel/propulsion System16 · 8.6%No official action
Engine And Engine Cooling11 · 5.9%RecalledRecall 25V274000
Vehicle Speed Control7 · 3.8%No official action

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

ENGINE122 · 65.9%
POWER TRAIN32 · 17.3%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM16 · 8.6%
Unspecified / other15 · 8.1%
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING11 · 5.9%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL7 · 3.8%
SERVICE BRAKES7 · 3.8%
VISIBILITY/WIPER6 · 3.2%
STEERING4 · 2.2%

Percentages are the share of the 185 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 4 campaigns

Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module:software

NHTSA campaign 22V903000 · 2022 · reported 12/08/2022

DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: YES

Suspension:rear

NHTSA campaign 23V642000 · 2023 · reported 09/20/2023

A broken suspension bolt can result in misalignment of the rear wheel, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:brake Fluid Low Warning: Lamp

NHTSA campaign 24V674000 · 2024 · reported 09/12/2024

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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: YES

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical

NHTSA campaign 25V274000 · 2025 · reported 04/24/2025

Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“Driving and pulling up into my driveway when suddenly the message “push start button to start engine” comes on with an alert sound - I…”NHTSA complaint 11679574 — filed 08/09/2025 · ENGINE
“I have had two incidents. The vehicle is hesitant. It’s spudders, it stalls. You can hear it in the engine at idle and especially at…”NHTSA complaint 11677292 — filed 07/30/2025 · ENGINE
“GM issued a recall, N25249000 after hundreds if not thousands of complaints of catastrophic engine failure. My engine was impacted. It failed Sunday, [XXX]. I…”NHTSA complaint 11675314 — filed 07/22/2025 · ENGINE

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2023 GMC Yukon XL?

Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 122 of 185 NHTSA complaints (65.9%), followed by power train (32), electrical system (31), fuel/propulsion system (16). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2023 GMC Yukon XL have?

185 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 1 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 13 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2023 GMC Yukon XL have any recalls?

Yes — 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 22V903000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2023 GMC Yukon XL's reported problems?

2 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.