Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2025 GMC Yukon XL. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Incorrect Front Wheel Hub Bolts
- Summary
- General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2025–2026 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with 24-inch wheels. Incorrect bolts may have been installed on the left and right front wheel hubs, which can result in the bolts loosening or deforming over time.
- Consequence
- A bolt that loosens or breaks during vehicle operation can result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front left and right wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 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 N262554630. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 14, 2026.
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Owner complaints (27)
27 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 27 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 16 | 59.3% |
| Electrical system | 6 | 22.2% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 6 | 22.2% |
| Service brakes | 5 | 18.5% |
| Back over prevention | 3 | 11.1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 7.4% |
| Power train | 2 | 7.4% |
| Seats | 1 | 3.7% |
| Steering | 1 | 3.7% |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 3.7% |
How 2025 compares with other Yukon XL years
Best and worst Yukon XL years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 151 | 1 |
| 2018 | 55 | 2 |
| 2019 | 68 | 2 |
| 2020 | 47 | 2 |
| 2021 | 227 | 12 |
| 2022 | 169 | 4 |
| 2023 | 219 | 4 |
| 2024 | 70 | 2 |
| 2025 | 27 | 1 |
| 2026 | 35 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2025 GMC Yukon XL suv 4wd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 23 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $4,150
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 442 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 23 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 26 / 23 | $4,150 | 442 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | $4,350 | 455 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | $3,950 | 530 |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 16 | $5,150 | 544 |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 18 / 16 | $5,150 | 572 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | $4,200 | 571 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2025 Yukon XL for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2025 GMC Yukon XL FAQ
How many recalls does the 2025 GMC Yukon XL have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 26V304000 (wheel). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2025 GMC Yukon XL problems?
Owners filed 27 complaints with NHTSA. Engine (16), Electrical system (6), Forward collision avoidance (6) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2025 GMC Yukon XL get?
EPA rates the 3 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automatic version at 21 city, 26 highway and 23 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2025 GMC Yukon XL get?
NHTSA rated the 2025 GMC Yukon XL suv 4wd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 3 stars rollover (21.9% rollover risk).
How does the 2025 Yukon XL compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 GMC Yukon XL model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (47) and the 2021 the most (227). The 2025 drew 27. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.