2025 GMC Yukon Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

Incident: October 25, 2026 · Filed: October 26, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the brake assist failure and service esc warning lights were illuminated, the brake pedal became very stiff. The vehicle failed to stop as needed and coasted off the roadway and shifted into park(P). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was towed to the dealer but was not yet diagnosed. The failure mileage was 39,481.

Incident: October 10, 2026 · Filed: October 14, 2026

While driving my vehicle, i noticed no sound coming from infotainment, signaling or lights being able to turn on. After pulling over at the nearest gas station, i parked and turned the vehicle off and waited for 30 minutes. Soon after that time, i turned the vehicle on and sound came back. However, i noticed the fuel management system begin to soon immediately kick in hard and loud while i started to drive away. This caused a major concern because i was with my family and didn’t know if ok we were going to be able to make it to my daughter’s softball tournament and home safely.

Incident: September 17, 2026 · Filed: October 11, 2026

[XXX] - Catastrophic engine shutdown. Yes engine is still at Don Ledford Automotive Group, Cleveland, TN During the engine shutdown, we were still moving on a two lane highway in rural South Carolina. Other vehicles had to swerve/pass to avoid our sudden slowdown. On [XXX], I had the car towed(Dealers Choice - $1,488) from Cooper Chevrolet in Waltersboro, SC(5.75 hours from my home) to my home dealership....Don Ledford Automotive Group. On [XXX], Dealer confirmed complete crankshaft bearing failure and supposedly is going to replace the entire engine. No warning lamps, messages, etc. Only warning we had was a "pop" sound while doing around 60mph. From that moment we had about 5-6 minutes until the car completely shut down in a parking lot on the side of the road. Other items which I have had to deal. 1. On[XXX], getting a rental car in Barnwell, SC so we could continue our trip - (B&B Ford-$800) 2. On [XXX], had to get a rental car at Charelston, SC Airport (Avis-$677.92). I needed the car so I could continue my business trip. On [XXX], my wife returned the car to B&B Ford in Barnwell, SC. I continued on my business trip and returned the rental car I got at the Charleston airport on [XXX] to the Chattanooga, TN Airport. There I had to rent a different/less expensive rental car from Hertz($165.42) on [XXX]. 3. Through Enterprise, GM has provided a rental car from INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Incident: September 28, 2026 · Filed: September 29, 2026

Engine failure at 20,959 miles (GM 6.2L V8). Sudden knocking noise. I heard noise at idle, accelerating, and decelerating. Sounds increased in volume / frequency within a 24hr period and driving it only a few miles. GM dealer verified engine failure and is ordering a replacement under warranty.

Incident: November 2, 2025 · Filed: September 21, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle started shuddering. The failure was a recurring failure. The dealer was contacted in person, and the failure was associated with the dynamic fuel management system. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 375.

Incident: September 17, 2026 · Filed: September 17, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly lost motive power and came to a complete stop in traffic. There was no warning light illuminated during the failure. The vehicle was restarted; however, the vehicle failed to shift into gear, and the “Service Transmission” message was displayed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact expressed concerns that the failure could have resulted in a crash or created a safety risk to the contact and the contact’s children while occupying the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,765.

Incident: August 11, 2026 · Filed: August 28, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine, radiator, and an unknown belt needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. While driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the engine seized upon arriving at the dealer location. The vehicle failed to restart. The dealer diagnosed that the generator and air conditioner failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 33,018.

Incident: August 14, 2026 · Filed: August 27, 2026

As my wife was driven she heard some noise and notice she was losing power. She pull off the side of the road and the car shut off. Could not restart. This happen about 11:30 am on 8/14/26 Got towed to Salida Dealer called Faricy GMC about 3:30 pm. Dealer said it was a complete engine failure and engine needed to be replaced.

Incident: August 21, 2026 · Filed: August 23, 2026

Vehicle loss of power on the Interstate at a high rate of speed. Vehicle would not start and could not be put in Neutral to safely remove from road.

Incident: August 4, 2026 · Filed: August 4, 2026

The progressive failure of the factory steering wheel adhesive on my 2025 GMC Yukon creates an immediate, active safety hazard during vehicle operation. The material failure and sticky glue are localized directly around the integrated heating element of the steering wheel. This failure severely impacts driving maneuvers as well as a potential electrical fire hazard. The liquefied glue residue is incredibly sticky and continually transfers to the driver’s hands, resulting in a compromised, slippery grip on the steering wheel. During active driving maneuvers, such as hand-over-hand turning, navigating sharp curves, the loose edges of the peeling leather and separating trim physically catch on the driver's palms. This restricts smooth wheel rotation, disrupts natural hand movement, and threatens a sudden, temporary loss of steering control. This manufacturing defect introduces severe driver distraction and physical interference with critical steering components while driving, compounded by a potential thermal or electrical defect in the steering wheel heating assembly.