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2019 GMC Yukon Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Best

Complaint Index

20/100

#17 most-complained of 21 Yukon years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2019 GMC Yukon has 58 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 20 out of 100 — #17 highest of 21 Yukon model years (verdict: Best). The most reported problem area is engine (31 complaints, 53% of the total). Complaints report 1 fire and 2 injuries.

Complaints
58
Recalls
2
incl. Do Not Drive
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
4 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
17
14.5 city / 22 hwy

Top 2019 GMC Yukon problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Engine31 (53%)
  2. Transmission & Powertrain13 (22%)
  3. Electrical System9 (16%)
  4. Brakes6 (10%)
  5. Other5 (9%)
  6. Steering4 (7%)
  7. Structure & Body2 (3%)
  8. Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (3%)
  9. Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (2%)
  10. Fuel System1 (2%)
2019 GMC Yukon complaints: complaints filed per month5Jun 2019Feb 2020Aug 2022Sep 2023Jul 2024Jun 2025Feb 2026Jul 2026
76 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2019 to Sep 2026; peak Jan 2025 (5).

2019 GMC Yukon recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 26V289000May 7, 2026Transmission & Powertrain66 vehiclesDo Not Drive

    Power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with four-wheel (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and certain 2015-2020 Suburban, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Yukon, Yukon XL, and Tahoe vehicles. A component missing from the drivetrain transfer case may cause the front and/or rear wheels to lock up without warning to the driver.

    Risk: Front or rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transfer case assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262557620. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 7, 2026.

  2. 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.

2019 GMC Yukon fuel economy and fuel cost

City
14.5 MPG
Highway
22 MPG
Combined
17 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,925
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.

2019 compared with other Yukon years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2017Caution60208318
2018Good2571318
2019Best20582 !17
2020Best5364 !17
2021Avoid1003291317

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2019 GMC Yukon a reliable year?
Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2019 GMC Yukon ranks #17 of 21 among Yukon model years (Complaint Index 20/100, verdict: Best). It has 58 complaints and 2 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 GMC Yukon?
The most reported problem areas are engine (31 complaints), transmission & powertrain (13 complaints), and electrical system (9 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 34,800 miles.
Does the 2019 GMC Yukon have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2019 GMC Yukon, most recently reported 2026, covering transmission & powertrain and brakes. At least one carries a Do Not Drive advisory.
What is the fuel economy of the 2019 GMC Yukon?
EPA rates the 2019 GMC Yukon at 17 MPG combined (14.5 city / 22 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,925. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.