2006 GMC Yukon Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2006 GMC Yukon has a complaint index of 0, the lowest of any model year, and carries a Good verdict, though that rating is capped due to less complete records for 2005-2009. It has 48 complaints, 2 recalls, and no do-not-drive recalls.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 0/100
- #21 of 21 Yukon years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 48
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 2
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 4
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 2
- Injuries
- 3
- Top issue
- Structure & Body
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 15
- 13 city / 18 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 3 / 0
Top 2006 GMC Yukon problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Structure & Body12 (25%)
- Brakes10 (21%)
- Engine8 (17%)
- Other8 (17%)
- Electrical System7 (15%)
- Airbags6 (13%)
- Steering5 (10%)
- Transmission & Powertrain4 (8%)
- Fuel System3 (6%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (6%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Structure and body complaints describe roof or liftgate failures, including a crash where a broken telephone pole fell on the roof and a liftgate cable housing that melted.
- Brake complaints describe corrosion in brake lines and at wheel speed sensors causing the ABS to activate at low speed and reducing stopping ability.
- Electrical system complaints include a fire that started under the dash near the blower motor, filling the cabin with smoke.
- Airbag complaints describe non-deployment during crashes, including one case where the driver was injured after a head-on collision.
- Transmission complaints describe the vehicle failing to shift gears or losing power to accelerate, and one case of a parked vehicle rolling away on its own.
2006 GMC Yukon recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 05V552000Dec 7, 2005Other32,068 vehicles
Equipment:other:labels
Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were shipped with tire and loading information labels listing an inacccurate vehicle capacity weight.
Risk: A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on march 31, 2006. Owners may contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, hummer at 1-800-732-5493, pontiac at 1-800-620-7668, saturn at 1-800-972-8876, or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
- NHTSA 05V455000Oct 5, 2005Steering123,592 vehicles
Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with a power steering hose that is not to specification. Under extreme steering maneuvers, such as turning the steering wheel fully to the left or right while braking, the hose may fracture and leak fluid.
Risk: If this were to occur, power steering assist would be lost and increased steering effort would be required. On vehicles equipped with hydro-boost power brakes, it could also result in loss of power brake assist and increased braking effort would be required. If the power steering fluid spray were to spray onto hot engine parts, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the power steering hose(s) for two suspect date codes and replace them if required. The recall will begin on october 14, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727, or hummer at 1-800-732-5493.
2006 GMC Yukon fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 13 MPG
- Highway
- 18 MPG
- Combined
- 15 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $4,300
- 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.
2006 compared with other Yukon years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2006 GMC Yukon reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2006 Yukon has a complaint index of 0, the lowest among all 21 model years covered, with 48 complaints and 2 recalls.
- What is the verdict for the 2006 GMC Yukon?
- The 2006 Yukon carries a Good verdict, but it is capped rather than given a higher rating because complaint records for model years 2005-2009 are less complete.
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 GMC Yukon?
- The top problem area is Structure & Body, accounting for 12 of 48 complaints (25%), followed by Brakes (10 complaints, 21%) and Engine (8 complaints, 17%).
- Does the 2006 GMC Yukon have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 Yukon: one for incorrect tire and loading information labels and one for a power steering hose that could fail under extreme steering maneuvers.
- How does the 2006 Yukon compare to other Yukon years?
- The 2006 Yukon ranks 21st out of 21 in complaint index, meaning it has the fewest reported problems relative to other years, unlike 2007, 2015, 2016, 2021, 2023, and 2024, which are rated Avoid.