Recalls
4campaigns
1 wheel · 1 tire · 1 fuel pump
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
36filed
Owner reports, 2016–2025 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Crash tests
4★overall
★★★★☆ Frontal 4★ · Side 5★ · Rollover 3★
Source: NHTSA NCAP
Fuel economy
18mpg combined
$3,628/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
5.3 L 8-cyl· 6-speed automatic
12 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2020 GMC Yukon. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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NHTSA: Do not drive. NHTSA says owners should not drive these vehicles until the recall repair is done. What a Do Not Drive recall means
Do Not Drive: Front and/or Rear Wheels May Lock Up
Power train · transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with four-wheel (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and certain 2015-2020 Suburban, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Yukon, Yukon XL, and Tahoe vehicles. A component missing from the drivetrain transfer case may cause the front and/or rear wheels to lock up without warning to the driver.
- Consequence
- Front or rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transfer case assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 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 N262557620. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 7, 2026.
50% repairedof 66 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Tire Failure may Cause Sudden Air Loss
Tires
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
- Consequence
- Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
81.8% repairedof 33,838 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 21V115000
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Fuel Pump Missing Pressure Regulator
Fuel system, gasoline · delivery · fuel pump
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.
- Consequence
- Over-pressurization can crack the fuel pump and cause leaks, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192283991.
96.2% repairedof 502 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Software Error May Cause Unintended Braking
Electronic stability control (esc)
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.
- Consequence
- Unintended activation of the driveline-protection system will cause unintended braking on the wheel on the opposite side of the failed sensor, causing the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192261050.
80.3% repairedof 652,967 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Owner complaints (36)
36 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
0involved a crash
0involved a fire
0injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 36 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 14 | 38.9% |
| Engine | 12 | 33.3% |
| Service brakes | 3 | 8.3% |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 8.3% |
| Electrical system | 2 | 5.6% |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 2.8% |
| Electronic stability control | 1 | 2.8% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 2.8% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 2.8% |
| Fuel system | 1 | 2.8% |
How 2020 compares with other Yukon years
Best and worst Yukon years →2016287
2017208
201871
201958
202036
2021333
2022182
2023242
2024105
202555
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 287 | 5 |
| 2017 | 208 | 3 |
| 2018 | 71 | 3 |
| 2019 | 58 | 2 |
| 2020 | 36 | 4 |
| 2021 | 333 | 13 |
| 2022 | 182 | 5 |
| 2023 | 242 | 4 |
| 2024 | 105 | 3 |
| 2025 | 55 | 2 |
This year (2020)Other yearsStill collecting reports
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: 4 stars overall
Overall★★★★☆
Frontal crashDriver 4★ · Passenger 4★★★★★☆
Side crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
RolloverRollover risk 21.9%★★★☆☆
Compare fairly. Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Ratings apply to the tested configuration.
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2020 GMC Yukon suv 4wd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 18 mpg combined
18
mpg combined
15
city
22
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,700
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 505 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
$3,628per year
$302per month
833gallons a year
Miles ÷ 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 505 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 505 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 505 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 505 |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 23 / 17 | $4,850 | 517 |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 23 / 17 | $4,850 | 517 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | $3,950 | 513 |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 22 / 17 | $4,850 | 527 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | $3,950 | 525 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 21 / 16 | $4,200 | 543 |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | $5,150 | 557 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 21 / 16 | $4,200 | 547 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2020 GMC Yukon FAQ
How many recalls does the 2020 GMC Yukon have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 26V289000 (wheel), 21V115000 (tire), 19V837000 (fuel pump), 19V761000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2020 GMC Yukon problems?
Owners filed 36 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (14), Engine (12), Service brakes (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2020 GMC Yukon get?
EPA rates the 5.3 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 15 city, 22 highway and 18 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2020 GMC Yukon get?
NHTSA rated the 2020 GMC Yukon suv 4wd 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 3 stars rollover (21.9% rollover risk).
How does the 2020 Yukon compare with other years?
Among the 2016–2021 GMC Yukon model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (36) and the 2021 the most (333). The 2020 drew 36. 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.
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