2024 GMC Yukon Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2024 GMC Yukon ranks 5th worst out of 21 model years, with a Complaint Index of 80 and 104 complaints, most tied to the Engine (80% of complaints). It carries an Avoid verdict, with three recalls covering the fuel system, engine, and brakes.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 80/100
- #5 of 21 Yukon years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 104
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 3
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 5
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 17
- 15 city / 20 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 5 / 0
Top 2024 GMC Yukon problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine83 (80%)
- Electrical System18 (17%)
- Transmission & Powertrain13 (13%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras10 (10%)
- Other9 (9%)
- Brakes7 (7%)
- Fuel System6 (6%)
- Structure & Body3 (3%)
- Steering2 (2%)
- Visibility & Wipers2 (2%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Engine suddenly cuts off or stalls at highway speed with no warning, sometimes shifting into neutral or park on its own.
- Some owners report complete engine failure or seizure requiring a full engine replacement, in one case at under 3,321 miles.
- Audio, navigation, and warning systems intermittently cut out, freeze, or go blank, including loss of sound for safety alerts.
- Brakes have reportedly failed completely while driving at low speed, accompanied by a Service ESC warning light.
- Windshield wipers have stopped working mid-drive during heavy rain, with no fuse issue found afterward.
- One owner described a chain of electrical and mechanical problems including an engine replacement, oil loss, and a start button that failed to engage.
2024 GMC Yukon recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V619000Sep 18, 2025Fuel System12 vehicles
Fuel system, diesel:storage:tank assembly
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade, 2021, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, and 2022 and 2024 GMC Yukon vehicles equipped with a 6-cylinder diesel engine. The original fuel tank may have been replaced with an incorrect fuel tank, which can allow fuel to leak in a rollover crash.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for the correct fuel tank and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 5, 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 N252512770. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 18, 2025.
- 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 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 15 MPG
- Highway
- 20 MPG
- Combined
- 17 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 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2024 GMC Yukon reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2024 Yukon has a Complaint Index of 80, the 5th worst of 21 model years, and carries an Avoid verdict. Engine problems make up 80% of its complaints.
- What is the biggest problem with the 2024 GMC Yukon?
- The Engine is the top problem area, accounting for 83 of 104 complaints (80%), with a median mileage at failure of 21,116 miles.
- Does the 2024 GMC Yukon have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists three recalls for the 2024 Yukon: one for the fuel tank, one for the 6.2L V8 engine, and one for the electronic brake control module software.
- How does the 2024 Yukon compare to other model years?
- The 2024 Yukon's Complaint Index of 80 is worse than most other years; only 2021 (100), 2007 (95), 2015 (90), and 2023 (85) score higher, making 2024 the 5th worst year overall.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2024 GMC Yukon?
- The 2024 Yukon is EPA-rated at 17 mpg combined (15 city / 20 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,200.