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2026 GMC Yukon recalls & problems

The 2026 GMC Yukon has 3 safety recalls and 44 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine (34 complaints).

Recalls3safety recalls
Complaints44filed by owners
Crashes · fires0 · 0reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars

1 recall for this model year carries an NHTSA do not drive advisory. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Safety recalls

WheelsMay 14, 2026

Hub

Recall 26V3040002,457 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2025–2026 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with 24-inch wheels. Incorrect bolts may have been installed on the left and right front wheel hubs, which can result in the bolts loosening or deforming over time.
Risk
A bolt that loosens or breaks during vehicle operation can result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the front left and right wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262554630. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 14, 2026.
Power trainMay 7, 2026

Transfer case (4-wheel drive)

Recall 26V28900066 vehicles

NHTSA advisory: do not drive affected vehicles until repaired.

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with four-wheel (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and certain 2015-2020 Suburban, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Yukon, Yukon XL, and Tahoe vehicles. A component missing from the drivetrain transfer case may cause the front and/or rear wheels to lock up without warning to the driver.
Risk
Front or rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transfer case assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262557620. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 7, 2026.
EquipmentFeb 26, 2026

Other › Owners/service/other manual

Recall 26V1140005,861 vehicles

Problem
General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, “Occupant Protection.”
Risk
Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix
Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.

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

2026 GMC YUKON SUV N/A 4WD

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

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2026 GMC YUKON SUV N/A RWD

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

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

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 2WD Diesel

23mpg combined
City / highway21 / 26 mpg
FuelDiesel

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

Yukon 4WD Diesel

22mpg combined
City / highway20 / 24 mpg
FuelDiesel

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

Yukon 2WD

17mpg combined
City / highway15 / 20 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

6.2 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 10-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,850/year to fuel

Yukon 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 4WD

17mpg combined
City / highway15 / 19 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

5.3 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 10-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,950/year to fuel

Yukon 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*
Engine340004,244 mi
Power train11000—
Electrical system4000—
Unknown or other3000—
StructureBody2000—
Fuel/propulsion system1000—
Wheels1000—
Visibility/wiper1001—
Seats1000—
Back over preventionWarnings1000—
Latches/locks/linkages1000—

*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