2024 GMC Yukon Engine Problems
Engine problems account for 83 of 104 complaints (80%) filed against the 2024 GMC Yukon, the highest share of any model year in this dataset. Owners report sudden engine shutdown or seizure while driving, at a median 21,116 miles, and NHTSA lists a related recall (25V274000) for the 6.2L V8 engine.
- Engine complaints
- 83
- 80% of 104
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 3
- Median mileage
- 21,116 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Engine suddenly cuts off or stalls at highway speed with no warning lights, sometimes leaving the vehicle unable to shift into neutral or park.
- Engine seizes completely, often preceded by a metallic noise, low oil pressure warning, or rough idle before shutdown.
- Vehicle hesitates or fails to accelerate above a certain speed, with a jerking sensation before losing motive power.
- Engine misfires and triggers the malfunction indicator light while coasting downhill or uphill.
- Tapping or rattling noise from the engine reported shortly after purchase, with dealers unable to duplicate or resolve it until failure occurs.
When 2024 GMC Yukon engine complaints were filed
First complaint Sep 19, 2024, latest Sep 21, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2024 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
- How common are engine problems on the 2024 GMC Yukon?
- NHTSA lists 83 engine-related complaints out of 104 total complaints for the 2024 Yukon, meaning engine issues make up 80% of all complaints for this model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2024 GMC Yukon engine?
- Yes. Recall campaign 25V274000, reported April 24, 2025, covers 2021-2024 GMC Yukon and related GM vehicles with the 6.2L V8 engine; dealers inspect and repair or replace the engine as needed.
- At what mileage do 2024 Yukon engine failures typically occur?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this engine issue is 21,116 miles.
- Have the 2024 Yukon engine failures caused crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA data shows 0 crashes but 3 injuries linked to this engine problem area.