2024 GMC Yukon XL Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2024 GMC Yukon XL has a complaint index of 70 and ranks 7th worst out of 21 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 70 complaints, 2 recalls (Engine, Brakes), and no crashes, fires, or injuries reported.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 70/100
- #7 of 21 Yukon XL years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 70
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 2
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 16.5
- 15 city / 19.5 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2024 GMC Yukon XL problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA 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%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners describe the engine shutting down without warning while driving, sometimes at highway speed.
- Some vehicles unexpectedly shift into neutral and refuse to go back into drive, occasionally paired with a 'conditions not correct for shift' message.
- Loss of acceleration, power steering, and power braking has been reported happening together during a single incident.
- Several owners report dead batteries or no-start conditions on vehicles with very low mileage.
- A transmission was reported stuck in 1st and 2nd gear with a backordered valve body needed for repair.
- One owner reported persistent oil leaking from the oil pan area despite multiple dealer visits.
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?
- Compared to other Yukon XL model years, 2024 carries a Caution verdict with a complaint index of 70, ranking 7th worst out of 21 years tracked. Engine problems make up 84% of its complaints.
- What is the biggest problem with the 2024 GMC Yukon XL?
- Engine issues dominate, accounting for 59 of 70 complaints (84% share), with a median mileage at failure of 24,000 miles for that category.
- Does the 2024 GMC Yukon XL have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2024 Yukon XL: one for the 6.2L V8 engine and one for the electronic brake control module software, neither marked do-not-drive.
- How does 2024 compare to other Yukon XL years?
- 2024's complaint index of 70 is worse than years like 2020 (30) or 2025 (40), but better than 2023, which has the highest complaint index at 100 and an Avoid verdict.