2024 GMC Yukon XL Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
67/100
#6 most-complained of 16 Yukon XL years
The 2024 GMC Yukon XL has a Complaint Index of 67 and ranks 6th worst out of 16 model years, earning a Caution verdict. Engine problems dominate, making up 84% of its 70 complaints, with 2 recalls on file.
- Complaints
- 70
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 16.5
- 15 city / 19.5 hwy
Top 2024 GMC Yukon XL problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine59 (84%)
- Electrical System15 (21%)
- Transmission & Powertrain11 (16%)
- Fuel System9 (13%)
- Other2 (3%)
- Steering2 (3%)
- Structure & Body2 (3%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (3%)
- Brakes1 (1%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (1%)
What owners report
- Engine shuts down without warning while driving, sometimes leaving the vehicle stuck in neutral and unable to shift back into Drive.
- Vehicle unexpectedly loses acceleration, power steering, and power braking on the highway before the engine stalls.
- Owners report the transmission shifts into neutral on its own at speed, forcing a stop on the shoulder.
- Some vehicles will not start and repeatedly drain a new replacement battery within days.
- Transmission gets stuck in 1st and 2nd gear, with owners reporting long waits for a backordered valve body.
- Oil leaks from the oil pan area persist despite multiple repair attempts, requiring owners to top off oil regularly.
2024 GMC Yukon XL recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V274000Apr 24, 2025Engine597,571 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical
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.
Remedy: 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 for this recall is N252494000.
- NHTSA 24V674000Sep 12, 2024Brakes449,671 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module:software
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.
Remedy: 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.
2024 GMC Yukon XL fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 15 MPG
- Highway
- 19.5 MPG
- Combined
- 16.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $4,200
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2024 compared with other Yukon XL years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2024 GMC Yukon XL reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2024 Yukon XL a Complaint Index of 67 and a Caution verdict, ranking 6th worst among 16 model years of this model. Engine complaints account for 84% of the 70 complaints filed.
- What are the most common problems with the 2024 GMC Yukon XL?
- Engine problems lead with 59 complaints (84% share), often involving stalling or sudden power loss, with a median failure mileage of 24,000 miles. Electrical System issues follow with 15 complaints, and Transmission & Powertrain issues account for 11.
- Does the 2024 GMC Yukon XL have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2024 Yukon XL: one covering the 6.2L V8 engine (campaign 25V274000) and one covering the electronic brake control module software (campaign 24V674000). Neither is classified as a do-not-drive recall.
- How does the 2024 Yukon XL compare to other years?
- The 2024 model's Complaint Index of 67 is lower than the worst years like 2023 (100), 2021 (93), and 2015 (87), all rated Avoid. It is worse than years like 2020 and 2018, which carry Best or Good verdicts.