Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1992 GMC Yukon. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
- Summary
- THE PIVOT BOLT HOLDING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO ITS SUPPORT BRACKET MAY BE IMPROPERLY TIGHTENED AND MAY NOT HAVE ENGAGED THE LOCKING MATERIAL ON THE BOLT. THE BOLT CAN DISENGAGE FROM THE NUT.
- Consequence
- IF THE PIVOT BOLT DISENGAGES FROM THE NUT WHILE THEVEHICLE IS IN MOTION, THERE WILL BE A LOSS OF BRAKE CONTROL AND COULD RESULT INA VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- DEALERS SHOULD INSPECT THE HAND STARTED BRAKE PEDAL BOLTS AND TORQUE THEM TO SPECIFICATION.
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Owner complaints (19)
19 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The service brakes is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 19 |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 12 | 63.2% |
| Visibility | 3 | 15.8% |
| Power train | 2 | 10.5% |
| Seats | 1 | 5.3% |
| Steering | 1 | 5.3% |
| Tires | 1 | 5.3% |
How 1992 compares with other Yukon years
Best and worst Yukon years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 1 | 0 |
| 1987 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | 19 | 1 |
| 1993 | 17 | 0 |
| 1994 | 58 | 2 |
| 1995 | 90 | 6 |
| 1996 | 70 | 3 |
| 1997 | 133 | 0 |
| 1998 | 80 | 2 |
| 1999 | 231 | 1 |
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.
Fuel economy: up to 13 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $5,150
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 684 g/mi
- EPA class
- Special Purpose Vehicles
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 11 / 16 / 13 | $5,150 | 684 |
| 5.7 L 8-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 11 / 16 / 13 | $5,150 | 684 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1992 Yukon 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
1992 GMC Yukon FAQ
How many recalls does the 1992 GMC Yukon have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 92V056000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1992 GMC Yukon problems?
Owners filed 19 complaints with NHTSA. Service brakes (12), Visibility (3), Power train (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1992 GMC Yukon get?
EPA rates the 5.7 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic version at 11 city, 16 highway and 13 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1992 Yukon compare with other years?
Among the 1986–1999 GMC Yukon model years at least five years old, the 1986 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 1999 the most (231). The 1992 drew 19. 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.