Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Exterior Lighting — runs 4.2× the fleet median for that category across the 720 model-years tracked on this site.
143Complaints
1Recalls
6Crashes
0Fires
2Injured
0Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Exterior Lighting (25.9% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.
Exterior Lighting complaints here are 4.2× the median for that category across the 720 model-years tracked on this site.
Complaint category
Reports
Official status
Reference
Exterior Lighting
37 · 25.9%
not available
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Power Train
34 · 23.8%
not available
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Electrical System
30 · 21%
not available
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Engine
25 · 17.5%
not available
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Service Brakes
22 · 15.4%
not available
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Fuel/propulsion System
5 · 3.5%
not available
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Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 143 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park itPark outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“drivers side tail light flickering and sometimes not working a $900+ cost! I issue with right hand side when suv has 32k miles, seems like…”NHTSA complaint 11593458 — filed 06/10/2024 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
“In july 2021 the passenger side tail light stopped working. A certified GMC dealer replaced both tail lights. In Feb 2024 the driver side tail…”NHTSA complaint 11574979 — filed 03/01/2024 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
“Driving towards the bank and suddenly the truck turned off ⦠no warning nothing it turned off while operating .”NHTSA complaint 11532494 — filed 07/15/2023 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 GMC Yukon XL?
Exterior lighting issues are the most-reported category, cited in 37 of 143 NHTSA complaints (25.9%), followed by power train (34), electrical system (30), engine (25). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2017 GMC Yukon XL have?
143 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 6 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 2 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2017 GMC Yukon XL have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign, including campaign 16V651000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2017 GMC Yukon XL's reported problems?
Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.
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