2022 GMC Yukon XL Electrical System Problems
NHTSA lists 20 electrical system complaints for the 2022 GMC Yukon XL, 12% of its 166 total complaints for the year, with 4 injuries reported. GM recall 22V903000 addresses a body control module software fix for related vehicles.
- Electrical System complaints
- 20
- 12% of 166
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 4
- Median mileage
- —
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Owners report sudden loss of power or the engine shutting off while driving, sometimes with a dashboard message telling them to restart the vehicle, which then fails to restart.
- Some describe dashboard warning lights coming on all at once, followed by the vehicle becoming unresponsive on the highway.
- Several complaints mention headlights or turn signals failing completely, with one owner saying the problem started before recall 22V903000 and got worse after the recall repair.
- Owners report the digital gauge cluster suddenly going black, showing no speed, RPM, or turn signal information.
- One complaint describes losing most brake function along with harder steering after starting the vehicle, with no visible fluid leaks.
- Other reports mention the OnStar module becoming disabled and a sunroof leak dripping onto electronics like the wireless charger and touchscreen.
When 2022 GMC Yukon XL electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Apr 28, 2023, latest Sep 2, 2026.
Electrical System recalls for the 2022 GMC Yukon XL
- NHTSA 22V903000Dec 8, 2022Electrical System740,108 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Exterior lighting:lighting control module:software
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.
Remedy: 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.
Electrical System complaints by Yukon XL model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many electrical system complaints does the 2022 GMC Yukon XL have?
- NHTSA lists 20 electrical system complaints for the 2022 Yukon XL, which is 12% of its 166 total complaints for the model year.
- Is there a recall for electrical problems on the 2022 GMC Yukon XL?
- Yes. Recall 22V903000, reported December 8, 2022, covers a body control module software update, applied by a dealer or over the air, for several GM models including the 2022 Yukon.
- Did the electrical issues cause any injuries?
- NHTSA complaint data for this component on the 2022 Yukon XL lists 4 injuries and 0 crashes or fires.
- Does the recall fix the headlight and gauge cluster problems?
- Not always. One owner reported the headlight and turn signal problem began before recall 22V903000 and worsened after the recall repair, requiring three dealership visits.
- How does 2022 compare to other Yukon XL years for electrical complaints?
- The 2022 Yukon XL's 20 electrical complaints and 12% share are lower than 2015 (222 complaints, 60% share) and 2016 (119 complaints, 52% share), but higher than 2018 through 2021.