GMC Yukon XL 1500 Recalls & Safety Complaints
NHTSA lists 2 recalls covering the GMC Yukon XL 1500 (model years 2000–2012), and drivers have filed 309 safety complaints about it. The problem area named most often is electrical system.
GMC Yukon XL 1500 recalls and complaints by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 GMC Yukon XL 1500 | 0 | 5 |
| 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500 | 2 | 12 |
| 2010 GMC Yukon XL 1500 | 0 | 8 |
| 2009 GMC Yukon XL 1500 | 0 | 11 |
| 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 | 0 | 18 |
| 2007 GMC Yukon XL 1500 | 0 | 60 |
| 2006 GMC Yukon XL 1500 | 0 | 5 |
| 2005 GMC Yukon XL 1500 | 0 | 24 |
| 2004 GMC Yukon XL 1500 | 0 | 36 |
| 2003 GMC Yukon XL 1500 | 0 | 63 |
| 2002 GMC Yukon XL 1500 | 0 | 23 |
| 2001 GMC Yukon XL 1500 | 0 | 29 |
| 2000 GMC Yukon XL 1500 | 0 | 15 |
Problems drivers report most
Component named in complaints, all model years. One complaint can name more than one.
All 2 GMC Yukon XL 1500 recalls
Jun 28, 2011 Steering: linkages · 2011
Problem: GM is recalling certain model year 2011cadillac escalade, escalade esv; chevrolet silverado hd, silverado ld, suburban, tahoe; and gmc sierra hd, sierra ld, yukon, and yukon xl vehicles. The intermediate steering shaft attaching bolts may not have been tightened to the proper specification.
Risk: This could allow the joints to separate, and the driver could experience loss of steering increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM dealers will inspect and ensure that the intermediate steering shaft bolts are tightened to the proper specification. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about july 13, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-800-458-8006, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and gmc at 1-866-996-9463.
NHTSA campaign 11V339000 · filed by GENERAL MOTORS LLC · 739 vehicles potentially affected (all makes and models in the recall) · model year 2011 · NHTSA record
Jan 6, 2011 Suspension: rear, axle, spindle · 2011
Problem: General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche, colorado, express, silverado, suburban, tahoe; and gmc canyon, sierra, savana, yukon and yukon xl vehicles. The rear axle cross pins were not properly heat treated and could fracture and become displaced within the rear axle. Should the pin shift out of position, it could create an interference condition and cause the rear axle to lock.
Risk: The driver may not be able to maintain directional control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
NHTSA campaign 11V007000 · filed by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 30,566 vehicles potentially affected (all makes and models in the recall) · model year 2011 · NHTSA record
Where GMC Yukon XL 1500 complaints come from
| State | Complaints |
|---|---|
| California | 35 |
| Texas | 33 |
| New York | 17 |
| Florida | 17 |
| New Jersey | 16 |
| Georgia | 14 |
| Michigan | 12 |
| Pennsylvania | 11 |
| Virginia | 11 |
| Indiana | 10 |
Repeated problems with a newer vehicle?
Every state has a lemon law for new vehicles that can't be fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts, and some cover used vehicles too. The rules (how many attempts, how long you have) differ by state. Recall repairs are generally done free by an authorized dealer, and keeping every repair record helps with any later claim.
Source: recall and complaint records published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), for model years 2000 and later, last updated November 9, 2026. Complaints are reports drivers file with NHTSA; NHTSA doesn't verify each one, and a complaint isn't a finding that a vehicle is defective. Crash, injury and death figures are what complainants reported.
Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not every car of a model and year. To see whether yours has an open recall, enter your VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup. Lawbamba is not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer, and this page is general information, not legal advice.