2019 Gmc Yukon Xl problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (25) · Power Train (14) · Engine And Engine Cooling (6)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
22 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (2)
Power Train:transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) 2026-05-07 · campaign 26V289000 · 66 vehicles ⚠ DO NOT DRIVE
Defect: 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
Seat Belts:rear/Other 2018-09-26 · campaign 18V673000 · 15,800 vehicles
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Cadillac CT6, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Volt, and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. Certain second-row or third-row rear seatbelts retractor assemblies may not automatically lock when the seatbelt is fully pulled out of the retractor, possibly preventing a child seat from being properly secured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection.
Risk: If the child seat is not properly secured in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seatbelt retractors and replace them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18315.
Service bulletins (708)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2026-09-26 · PIT5698F · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this pi provides diagnostics tips on how the lin bus works and how to diagnosis it.
Unknown Or Other 2026-09-04 · PIP4902W · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email gds2 session logs into technical assistance.
Unknown Or Other 2026-07-21 · PIT5099J · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
pi to help diagnose a/c concern
Unknown Or Other 2026-07-21 · PIT5509N · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this pi provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.
Unknown Or Other 2026-05-14 · PIT5509M · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this pi provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.
Unknown Or Other 2026-04-01 · PIT3271Q · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
Showing the 6 most recent of 708 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-09-29 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 117,200 mi“the contact owns a 2019 gmc yukon xl. the contact stated that while driving, there was a loud knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. the vehicle was cautiously driven to the residence and parked. the vehicle was later towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the engine active fuel management lifter in…”
2026-08-25 · Power Train“vehicle started showing a po308 code. called sewell gmc in midland where i purchased the vehical they were 2 months out on diagnostic services. so i took it to another shop. they ran a camera into the problem cylinder and for scaring on the walls. they said it was due to the afm system and the engine was unrepairable. so now i am out 17,000 dollars…”
2026-08-15 · Power Train“unknown truck engine will cut off in the middle of high speed traffic. more than three times. …”
2026-07-26 · Unknown Or Other“my vehicle keeps showing a front camera warning and we went to the dealership multiple times and they were unable to diagnose the problem. this seems to be a widespread common problem among many owners and it’s a safety concern affecting parking and forward collision.…”
2026-07-15 · Engine · 47,000 mi“the contact owns a 2019 gmc yukon xl. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and coming to a stop at a stop sign, the vehicle started shaking violently, with an unknown flashing warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle was towed to a dealer and was diagnosed with a lifter failure. the dealer informed the…”
2026-07-13 · Engine · 158,000 mi“the contact owns a 2019 gmc yukon xl. the contact stated that while driving and while the vehicle was parked on several occasions, there was a tapping sound coming from the engine compartment. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the lifters were inoperable, and the lifters and or the engine needed to be replaced. the vehic…”
2026-06-17 · Engine“i was driving vehicle and came up to a stop sign, once i was clear to go i stepped on the gas heard a clunking sound and the car shut off.…”
2026-05-20 · Engine“truck trembling/rumbling notices when idle . the truck has seen 2 mechanics dealers inspection, concluding that the truck needs a new engine.…”
2026-05-13 · Power Train · 135,000 mi“the contact owns a 2019 gmc yukon xl. the contact stated that on several occasions while stopped and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle reversed inadvertently and then jerked forward to accelerate. the contact added that the battery was drained but the failure was not the most important to report at this time. the vehicle was taken to a dealer w…”
2026-05-04 · Engine · 134,127 mi“the contact owns a 2019 gmc yukon. the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle loss automotive power while the accelerator pedal was depressed. no warning lights were illuminated. the vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the lifters and cam shaft needed yo be replaced. the manufacturer was not notified…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.