2023 Gmc Yukon problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (118) · Power Train (41) · Engine And Engine Cooling (13)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
29 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (4)
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/Mechanical 2025-04-24 · campaign 25V274000 · 597,571 vehicles
Defect: 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
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:electric:control Module:software 2024-09-12 · campaign 24V674000 · 449,671 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Suspension:rear 2023-09-20 · campaign 23V642000 · 189 vehicles
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. 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. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232415910.
Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module:software 2022-12-08 · campaign 22V903000 · 740,108 vehicles
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. 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. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.
Service bulletins (970)
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 2026-10-17 · PIC6602Y · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information communicates to dealers steps to follow to obtain an iok radio.
Unknown Or Other 2026-10-07 · PIT6110L · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information communicates an issue with the ses mil and dtc p062b and engineering is currently investigating.
Unknown Or Other 2026-10-05 · PIT6477D · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary pi was created to advise techniians in the field that they will not be able to perform a gds automated bleed with the scan tool dues to a issue with the software in the scan tool
Unknown Or Other 2026-09-28 · PIT6457C · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information is for technicians that may see dtcs that are history and should not perform any part replacements. they should follow the notes mentioned prior to anything being replaced.
Unknown Or Other 2026-09-28 · PIC6540K · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.
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.
Showing the 6 most recent of 970 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-23 · Power Train“initially the vehicle was slowing at a moderate pace from 75-40mph while on the freeway during [xxx] rush hour. two days later after getting off the interstate, the rear wheels locked up while doing 40mph on a side street for approx. 1.5seconds. if this had happened on the freeway it would have caused an accident or loss of control. the dealer insp…”
2026-10-18 · Engine“after the original engine failed the recall inspection, it was replaced as part of gm's recall program at 40k miles. at 50k miles with the new engine (so only 10k miles into the new engine), the engine completely locked up and shut down while my son was driving the car on the interstate. we had to get it towed to the nearest dealership, and two w…”
2026-10-11 · Engine“on september 20, 2026 around noon while traveling in the left lane on interstate 40w in north carolina the engine of my 2023 yukon denali seized up with no warning. the screens shut off, then turned back on, and as i attempted to avoid hitting anyone or causing an accident on the road, i tried to shift it back into gear and it would not shift back …”
2026-10-08 · Power Train“vehicle was impacted by the engine recall. after the recall repair attempt, the problem resurfaced and persists. the deal ship has the vehicle and has been down for nearly 7 weeks. i feel unsafe driving the vehicle and asked gm to write me a letter stating the vehicle is safe to drive with this recall. they refused. if this isn’t a problem…”
2026-10-01 · Power Train“engine began to reduce rpms while driving up an incline and was unable to maintain speed. warnings came on for battery, oil, transmission failure, engine failure. power ultimately failed and electric finally shutoff after short period of time. was able to connect to onstar and they got a tow truck there in 2 hours. i had to hitchhike 30 miles to …”
2026-09-30 · Engine · 41,000 mi“the contact owns a 2023 gmc yukon. the contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a solenoid failure. the dealer replaced several unknown components before determining that the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle was being repaired. the manufacturer was …”
2026-09-29 · Power Train“my 2023 gmc yukon at4 is "hard shifting/jerking" during acceleration. this occurs approximately 5 times per week and i am starting to get safety concerns. i have had the transmission flushed (09/14/2026) and then had the diagnostic measured 09/23/2026, with the repair order stating "no problem found at this time." during travel on 09/28/26, the vio…”
2026-09-23 · Engine“my vehicle was subject to the gm recall involving the 6.2l l87 engine. the dealer completed the required recall inspection, determined that the engine passed, and performed the prescribed remedy for passing vehicles, which included changing to the specified higher-viscosity oil. after the recall inspection and remedy were completed, the engine subs…”
2026-09-22 · Unknown Or Other“local mechanic doing service stated that rust has become significant and not normal. covers most of the underbody, frame and components. …”
2026-09-22 · Engine“engine seized up on the highway after recall was performed. i nearly avoided a wrecked getting it off the road. i had to wait over 5 hours for gm to tow me then ended up having it towed myself. now the car is at the dealership with backordered parts, they agreedto pay for the tow now it seems to be an issue that i paid the to trcuk driver cash, & p…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.