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2019 GMC Yukon XL Recalls & Complaints

The 2019 GMC Yukon XL has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 68 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized GMC dealer.

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2019 GMC Yukon XL owner complaints

Owners have filed 68 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 GMC Yukon XL, describing incidents dated August 6, 2019 to August 10, 2026.

Most-cited components

Engine 38 complaints
Power Train 15 complaints
Electrical System 6 complaints
Forward Collision Avoidance 5 complaints
Service Brakes 5 complaints
Steering 4 complaints

Of the 68 complaints on file, 4 report a crash; across all 68 complaints, owners report 5 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).

Newest complaints

ODI #11767767 · Filed September 29, 2026
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving, there was a loud knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was cautiously driven to the residence and parked. The vehicle was later towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and it was…
ODI #11759501 · Filed August 25, 2026
Vehicle started showing a po308 code. Called sewell gmc In midland where I purchased the vehical they were 2 months out on diagnostic services. So I took it to another shop. They ran a camera into the problem cylinder and for scaring on the walls. They said it was due to the afm system and the…
ODI #11757179 · Filed August 15, 2026
Unknown Truck engine will cut off in the middle of high speed traffic. More than three times.

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Do Not Drive: Front and/or Rear Wheels May Lock Up

NHTSA #26V289000 · Power Train — Transfer Case (4-WHEEL DRIVE) · NHTSA notice

Reported May 7, 2026 · General Motors, LLC

Potentially affected: 66 vehicles

Repair completion: 63.64% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign N262557620 · Owners notified May 18, 2026 · Vehicles built May 1, 2019 – May 1, 2019 (per NHTSA)

DO NOT DRIVE — this recall carries a "do not drive" advisory. Contact a GMC dealer immediately.

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

Front or rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Rear Seatbelt Retractor May Not Lock/FMVSS 208

NHTSA #18V673000 · Seat Belts — Rear/Other · NHTSA notice

Reported September 26, 2018 · General Motors LLC

Potentially affected: 15,800 vehicles

Repair completion: 94.58% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign 18315 · Owners notified November 7, 2018 · Vehicles built June 1, 2018 – August 29, 2018 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Cadillac CT6, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Volt, and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. Certain second-row or third-row rear seatbelts retractor assemblies may not automatically lock when the seatbelt is fully pulled out of the retractor, possibly preventing a child seat from being properly secured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Safety consequence

If the child seat is not properly secured in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seatbelt retractors and replace them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18315.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

try.vin has no NCAP crash-test rating on file for the 2019 GMC Yukon XL. NHTSA rates some vehicles by body style — pickups by cab, vans by roof height — so check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

68 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2019 GMC Yukon XL.

Engine and Engine Cooling

ODI #11767767

Incident: June 20, 2026 · Filed: September 29, 2026

The contact owns a 2019 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving, there was a loud knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was cautiously driven to the residence and parked. The vehicle was later towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the engine active fuel management lifter in cylinder #1 had failed, and the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The engine was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 117,200.

Power Train; Engine

ODI #11759501

Incident: August 10, 2026 · Filed: August 25, 2026

Vehicle started showing a po308 code. Called sewell gmc In midland where I purchased the vehical they were 2 months out on diagnostic services. So I took it to another shop. They ran a camera into the problem cylinder and for scaring on the walls. They said it was due to the afm system and the engine was unrepairable. So now I am out 17,000 dollars and stranded over 700 miles from my home due to a manufactured defect.

Power Train; Engine; Forward Collision Avoidance

ODI #11757179

Incident: February 1, 2025 · Filed: August 15, 2026

Unknown Truck engine will cut off in the middle of high speed traffic. More than three times.

Unknown or Other; Forward Collision Avoidance

ODI #11752916

Incident: January 1, 2026 · Filed: July 26, 2026

My vehicle keeps showing a front camera warning and we went to the dealership multiple times and they were unable to diagnose the problem. This seems to be a widespread common problem among many owners and it’s a safety concern affecting parking and forward collision.

Engine

ODI #11750693

Incident: June 21, 2026 · Filed: July 15, 2026

The contact owns a 2019 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and coming to a stop at a stop sign, the vehicle started shaking violently, with an unknown flashing warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed to a dealer and was diagnosed with a lifter failure. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was covered under warranty; however, upon a further follow-up, the dealer informed the contact that the warranty had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 47,000.

Engine

ODI #11749961

Incident: June 15, 2026 · Filed: July 13, 2026

The contact owns a 2019 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving and while the vehicle was parked on several occasions, there was a tapping sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the lifters were inoperable, and the lifters and or the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 158,000.

Engine

ODI #11744893

Incident: February 16, 2026 · Filed: June 17, 2026

I was driving vehicle and came up to a stop sign, once I was clear to go I stepped on the gas heard a clunking sound and the car shut off.

Engine

ODI #11738984

Incident: March 1, 2026 · Filed: May 20, 2026

Truck Trembling/Rumbling notices when idle . The truck has seen 2 mechanics dealers inspection, concluding that the truck needs a new engine.

Power Train; Electrical System

ODI #11737523

Incident: April 20, 2026 · Filed: May 13, 2026

The contact owns a 2019 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that on several occasions while stopped and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle reversed inadvertently and then jerked forward to accelerate. The contact added that the battery was drained but the failure was not the most important to report at this time. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the starter needed to be replaced. The issue reoccurred the same day. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 135,000.

Engine

ODI #11735548

Incident: April 8, 2026 · Filed: May 4, 2026

The contact owns a 2019 GMC Yukon. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle loss automotive power while the accelerator pedal was depressed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the lifters and cam shaft needed yo be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 134,127.

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