Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2023 GMC Yukon XL
NHTSA data on file today
The 2023 GMC Yukon XL has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 226 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #25V274000 Engine Failure NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V674000 Inoperative Low Brake Fluid Warning NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V642000 Improperly Heat-Treated Suspension Bolts NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V903000 Running Lights May Not Deactivate/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 154 complaints
- Power Train 39 complaints
- Electrical System 36 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 21 complaints
- Unknown or Other 19 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 11 complaints
Of the 226 complaints on file, 2 report a crash; across all 226 complaints, owners report 13 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $15,000–$25,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2023 GMC Yukon XL shows notable issues, especially with the engine needing attention due to recalls and complaints. Engine problems are prevalent, signifying potential design or manufacturing concerns. Given 226 complaints and 4 recalls, reliability seems below par, with issues spanning several vehicle systems. Evidence is broad across components, indicating possible widespread quality control challenges.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 30,000–60,000 miles | $2,500–$7,000 | very common |
| Power train | 40,000–70,000 miles | $1,500–$5,000 | common |
| Electrical system | 20,000–50,000 miles | $500–$2,000 | common |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake inspections
- Tire rotations
- Air filter replacements
- Coolant service
- Transmission fluid checks
- Battery testing
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual engine noises
- Delays in acceleration
- Dashboard warning lights
- Brake fluid warnings
- Electronics malfunction
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2023 GMC Yukon XL at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.