Is the GMC Yukon Reliable?
2000–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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GMC Yukon Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 6 | — | — | 94 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 22 | 2 | — | 77 | Good |
| 2024 | 1 | 61 | 2 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2023 | 0 | 121 | — | — | 70 | Good |
| 2022 | 2 | 99 | — | — | 60 | Fair |
| 2021 | 8 | 157 | 10 | — | 25 | Poor |
| 2020 | 2 | 14 | — | — | 76 | Good |
| 2019 | 0 | 32 | — | — | 70 | Good |
| 2018 | 1 | 51 | 2 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2017 | 1 | 122 | 4 | — | 63 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Yukon Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Yukon scores 2 points below the average suv. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known GMC Yukon Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 685 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GMC Yukon reliable?+
The GMC Yukon scores 66/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 15 recall campaigns and 685 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Yukon is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Yukon achieved the highest reliability score of 94/100 with 0 recalls and 6 complaints.
How many miles does a Yukon last?+
With consistent maintenance, most GMC Yukon owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Yukon will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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