How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 GMC Yukon?

NHTSA lists 58 brake complaints for the 2016 Yukon, which is 20% of all 285 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2016 GMC Yukon?

Yes, two recalls apply: 19V761000, which involves GM reprogramming the EBCM, and 19V645000, tied to a vacuum pump issue that reduces braking vacuum, also fixed by reprogramming the Electronic Brake Control Module.

At what mileage do 2016 Yukon brake problems typically show up?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 52,989 at the time of failure for brake-related complaints on this model year.

What kind of brake failures do 2016 Yukon owners describe?

Owners describe a hard, unresponsive brake pedal at low speeds, especially in traffic or while reversing, along with some reports of vacuum pump failure and a vibration felt at 40-60 mph.

Were there any crashes linked to brake complaints on the 2016 Yukon?

NHTSA records 2 crashes and 1 injury among the brake complaints filed for the 2016 GMC Yukon; no fires were reported.

2016 GMC Yukon Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 58 brake complaints for the 2016 GMC Yukon, 20% of all complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 52,989. Two recalls (19V761000, 19V645000) cover related electronic brake control module and vacuum pump issues.

Brakes complaints: 58; 20% of 285
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 52,989 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Brake pedal becomes hard to press and travels toward the floor at low speeds, especially in stop-and-go traffic or while backing into a parking spot.
Some owners report the pedal failed to compress at all during highway driving, forcing them to pump the brakes repeatedly to slow down.
Loss of brake assist at low speed, such as pulling out of a driveway or through a drive-thru, requiring full body weight on the pedal to stop.
A vacuum pump failure was identified by dealers in multiple cases, sometimes occurring outside the warranty mileage window.
A vibration or window-down type noise around 40-60 mph was reported separately from the low-speed pedal issues.
One complaint involved a near-miss on a highway exit where the brake pedal stopped depressing while ABS appeared to engage.

When 2016 GMC Yukon brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 5, 2016, latest Aug 24, 2026.

58 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2016 to Aug 2026; peak Feb 2020 (3).

Brakes recalls for the 2016 GMC Yukon

NHTSA 19V761000Oct 24, 2019Brakes652,967 vehicles
Service brakes
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.
Risk: Unintended activation of the driveline-protection system will cause unintended braking on the wheel on the opposite side of the failed sensor, causing the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192261050.
NHTSA 19V645000Sep 6, 2019Brakes3,456,719 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.
Risk: As the vacuum level drops, the brake assist decreases, increasing braking effort, extending the distance required to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192268490.

Brakes complaints by Yukon model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200524 (18%)
200610 (21%)
200757 (10%)
200811 (4%)
20093 (2%)
20105 (3%)
201111 (4%)
20121 (1%)
20133 (2%)
20145 (9%)
201599 (16%)
201658 (20%)
201747 (23%)
20186 (8%)
20196 (10%)
20204 (11%)
202114 (4%)
20224 (2%)
202311 (5%)
20247 (7%)
20252 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 GMC Yukon?: NHTSA lists 58 brake complaints for the 2016 Yukon, which is 20% of all 285 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2016 GMC Yukon?: Yes, two recalls apply: 19V761000, which involves GM reprogramming the EBCM, and 19V645000, tied to a vacuum pump issue that reduces braking vacuum, also fixed by reprogramming the Electronic Brake Control Module.
At what mileage do 2016 Yukon brake problems typically show up?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 52,989 at the time of failure for brake-related complaints on this model year.
What kind of brake failures do 2016 Yukon owners describe?: Owners describe a hard, unresponsive brake pedal at low speeds, especially in traffic or while reversing, along with some reports of vacuum pump failure and a vibration felt at 40-60 mph.
Were there any crashes linked to brake complaints on the 2016 Yukon?: NHTSA records 2 crashes and 1 injury among the brake complaints filed for the 2016 GMC Yukon; no fires were reported.