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2024 GMC Yukon XL recalls & problems

The 2024 GMC Yukon XL has 2 safety recalls and 75 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine (56 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints75filed by owners
Crashes · fires0 · 0reported in complaints
NHTSA overall4 ★crash-test stars

Safety recalls

Engine and engine coolingApr 24, 2025

Engine › Hard parts internal/mechanical

Recall 25V274000597,571 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Risk
Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.
Service brakes, hydraulicSep 12, 2024

Power assist › Electric › Control module › Software

Recall 24V674000449,671 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk
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.
Fix
The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.

Components: Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Electric › Control module › Software; Service brakes, hydraulic › Brake fluid low warning › Lamp

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2024 GMC Yukon XL SUV 4WD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk21.9%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard & Optional

2024 GMC Yukon XL SUV RWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk21.2%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard & Optional

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Yukon XL 2WD Diesel

23mpg combined
City / highway21 / 27 mpg
FuelDiesel

3 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 10-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,150/year to fuel

Yukon XL 4WD Diesel

22mpg combined
City / highway20 / 26 mpg
FuelDiesel

3 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 10-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $4,350/year to fuel

Yukon XL 2WD

17mpg combined
City / highway15 / 20 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

5.3 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 10-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,950/year to fuel

Yukon XL 2WD

16mpg combined
City / highway14 / 19 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

6.2 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 10-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $5,150/year to fuel

Yukon XL 4WD

16mpg combined
City / highway15 / 18 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

5.3 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 10-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $4,200/year to fuel

Yukon XL 4WD

16mpg combined
City / highway14 / 18 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

6.2 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 10-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $5,150/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Engine56000—
Electrical system12000—
Power train12000—
Fuel/propulsion system9000—
Engine and engine cooling700024,000 mi
Exterior lighting4000—
Vehicle speed control3000—
Steering3000—
Unknown or other2000—
StructureBody2000—
Service brakes2000—
Suspension2000—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.

NHTSA defect investigations