2023 GMC Yukon Engine Problems
Engine complaints make up 172 of 239 total complaints (72%) for the 2023 GMC Yukon, the largest share among all problem areas. NHTSA has an open recall (25V274000) covering the 6.2L V8 engine. Median mileage at failure is 35,000 miles.
- Engine complaints
- 172
- 72% of 239
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 35,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Engine stalls or shuts off without warning at highway speeds, sometimes shifting itself into neutral and refusing to restart.
- Spun or failed rod/crankshaft bearings lead to catastrophic engine failure, in some cases with metal debris found in the oil pan.
- Owners report the engine dying with very low mileage on the vehicle, in some cases within the first month of ownership.
- Loss of power steering and power brakes accompanies sudden engine shutdown while attempting to pull off the road.
- Some owners describe engine failure and replacement happening more than once on the same vehicle.
When 2023 GMC Yukon engine complaints were filed
First complaint Mar 11, 2023, latest Sep 23, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2023 GMC Yukon
- 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.
Engine complaints by Yukon model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 GMC Yukon engine reliable?
- NHTSA data shows engine complaints account for 172 of 239 total complaints on the 2023 Yukon, or 72% of all complaints filed, making the engine the dominant problem area for this model year.
- Does the 2023 GMC Yukon have an engine recall?
- Yes. Recall campaign 25V274000 covers certain 2021-2024 GMC Yukon and related GM vehicles with a 6.2L V8 gas engine; it is not a do-not-drive or park-outside recall.
- At what mileage do 2023 Yukon engine problems typically show up?
- NHTSA complaint data lists a median mileage at failure of 35,000 miles for engine-related issues on the 2023 Yukon.
- What kind of engine failure do 2023 Yukon owners report?
- Owners describe sudden stalling, shifting into neutral without warning, and rod or crankshaft bearing failures requiring engine replacement, based on NHTSA complaint narratives.