GMC Yukon XL Recalls (2021-2026)

What recalls does the GMC Yukon XL have?

• 2025-2026 Cadillac Escalade Wheel Hub Recall (26V304)
  May 14, 2026 · 2,457 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and Tires

  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.

• 2026 Cadillac Escalade Transfer Case Recall (26V289) Do not drive
  May 7, 2026 · 66 vehicles · Transmission

  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.

• 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV Owner's Manual Recall (26V114) Repeat recall
  February 26, 2026 · 5,861 vehicles · Other Equipment

  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.

  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.

• 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe Transmission Valve Body Recall (26V085) Repeat recall
  February 13, 2026 · 43,743 vehicles · Transmission

  The transmission control valve may fail and lock up the rear wheels.

  Risk: Rear wheels that lock up while driving increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will install new transmission control module (TCM) software, free of charge.

• 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade Engine Recall (25V274)
  April 24, 2025 · 597,571 vehicles · Engine

  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.

• 2021-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Transmission Valve Body Recall (24V797)
  October 24, 2024 · 463,295 vehicles · Transmission

  The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock-up.

  Risk: Rear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will install new transmission control module software, free of charge.

• 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Brake Software Recall (24V674) Repeat recall
  September 12, 2024 · 449,671 vehicles · Brakes

  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.

• 2023 Cadillac Escalade Rear Suspension Recall (23V642)
  September 20, 2023 · 189 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and Tires

  The rear suspension outer control arm bolts may not have been properly heat-treated, which can cause the bolts to break.

  Risk: A broken suspension bolt can result in misalignment of the rear wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace both rear suspension outer control arm bolts, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Cadillac CT4 Lighting Control Module Software Recall (22V903) Repeat recall
  December 8, 2022 · 740,108 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

• 2021 GMC Yukon Lighting Control Module Software Recall (22V827)
  November 3, 2022 · 338,735 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Daytime Running Lights that do not deactivate as intended may cause a glare, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will provide an over-the-air (OTA) update for the Body Control Module software, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Cadillac Escalade Seat Belt Fastener Recall (22V617) Repeat recall
  August 11, 2022 · 484,155 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The rivet that retains the buckle to the mounting bracket in the left or right side third-row seat belt buckle assembly may have been improperly formed.

  Risk: A seat belt with a deformed rivet may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the rivet head formation on both the left and right side third-row seat belt buckle assemblies and replace seat belt buckle assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021 GMC Yukon Driveshaft Recall (22V036)
  January 27, 2022 · 1,789 vehicles · Transmission

  The rear wheel driveshaft assemblies may have internal components that were not heat-treated properly, possibly resulting in driveshaft failure.

  Risk: Driveshaft failure can cause a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the left and/or right rear driveshaft assemblies, free of charge.

• 2021 Cadillac Escalade Fuel Pump Control Module Recall (21V739)
  September 23, 2021 · 14,939 vehicles · Fuel System

  The fuel pump power control module may cause the fuel pump to fail or operate intermittently, which can interrupt fuel flow to the engine, and cause an unexpected engine stall.

  Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump power control module, free of charge.

• 2021 Cadillac Escalade Esv Steering Control Module Recall (21V455)
  June 17, 2021 · 26,847 vehicles · Steering

  A software issue may cause a loss of power steering assist at startup or while driving.

  Risk: Increased steering effort, particularly at lower speeds, increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The power steering module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

• 2021 Buick Envision SRS Malfunction Warning Lamp Recall (21V421)
  June 10, 2021 · 285,622 vehicles · Air Bags

  The communications gateway module incorrectly processes a loss of communication with the sensing diagnostic module (SDM), causing the air bag malfunction indicator light to inconsistently illuminate.

  Risk: The air bag malfunction indicator light may fail to warn the driver of a problem with the air bag, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: The communications gateway module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

• 2021 Cadillac Escalade Seat Belt Recall (21V190)
  March 18, 2021 · 94,641 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The third-row outboard seat belts may have been entrapped or misrouted behind the outboard seat-folding mechanism, which could result in damaged seat belts.

  Risk: A damaged seat belt can break during a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant.

  Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third-row outboard seat belts, replacing any damaged seat belts, and rerouting them if necessary, free of charge.

• 2021 GMC Canyon Seat Belt Fastener Recall (20V811) Repeat recall
  December 23, 2020 · 470 vehicles · Seat Belts

  Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.

  Risk: If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge.

• 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Seat Belt Fastener Recall (20V792)
  December 17, 2020 · 624,216 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The seat belt brackets may not be secured to the seat frame in the front-row center seating position.

  Risk: If a seat-belt bracket is not secured, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the front-row center seat position, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

  Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect left-side and right-side front-row center seat-belt bracket attachments and reassemble it correctly as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021 Chevrolet Suburban Seat Fastener Recall (20V735)
  November 25, 2020 · 94 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  During general assembly, a repair involved removal of one or both front seats. The attachment bolts for the front seats may not have been properly reinstalled after the repair was completed.

  Risk: If an occupied front seat has loose or missing attachment bolts, it may move during a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the seated occupant.

  Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat attachments for both front seats and install attachment bolts as needed, free of charge.

Which Yukon XL parts are recalled most?

Which Yukon XL model years have the most recalls?

How do I check my Yukon XL for open recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 19 GMC Yukon XL campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized GMC dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.

What are Yukon XL owners reporting?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.

Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):

Our 6.2L failed unexpectedly after regular maintenance. No warning, just the sound of knocking in the engine then loss of power and bad sounds from the engine. Stranded on side of road. GM wants to replace the entire engine without opening engine, claiming lower engine damage.

2021 GMC Yukon XL owner, Engine, NHTSA complaint 11636676

Engine is consuming 3qt oil every 1,000 miles. Has been consuming oil since 34,000 mile mark and the transmission has been slipping where it revs very high before downshifting. GM has asked for an oil consumption test to be done and now we are 9,000 plus miles into it and they still say it's fine.

2021 GMC Yukon XL owner, Power Train, NHTSA complaint 11637898

Engine failed on highway in a different state, was able to drive home but barely made it. 2 newborns, 2 toddlers, and 2 adults were all in the vehicle at the time the engine started squealing. No warning signs. Dealer dropped oil filter and it was full of metal.

2022 GMC Yukon XL owner, Engine, NHTSA complaint 11636613

Can a recall make your Yukon XL a lemon in California?

Owners of a GMC Yukon XL often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

6 of the 19 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 5 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.

Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.

What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.

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All GMC recalls

Other GMC models with recalls

• Acadia: 10 recalls
• Canyon: 10 recalls
• Hummer EV Pickup: 8 recalls
• Hummer EV SUV: 3 recalls
• Savana: 9 recalls
• Sierra 1500: 14 recalls
• Sierra 2500: 10 recalls
• Sierra 3500: 9 recalls
• Sierra EV: 7 recalls
• Terrain: 6 recalls
• Terrain NA: 2 recalls
• Yukon: 22 recalls
• Yukon XL: 19 recalls

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