2022 GMC Yukon XL Engine Problems

NHTSA component category: ENGINE · data through 07/12/2026

97Engine complaints

65.1%Of all 149 complaints

#1Most-reported category

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

How engine ranks on this vehicle

ENGINE97 · 65.1%

POWER TRAIN27 · 18.1%

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM19 · 12.8%

Unspecified / other16 · 10.7%

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING13 · 8.7%

Share of the 149 complaints citing each category; one complaint can cite several. Full breakdown on the 2022 GMC Yukon XL overview page.

What owners report

“GM released a special warranty for the coolant control valve. My vin number does not qualify but it is currently at the dealership getting replaced…”NHTSA complaint 11717610 — filed 02/12/2026

“Traveling at 70MPH the engine failed. There were no warning lights or alerts prior to the engine failing. No power at all after failure. Was…”NHTSA complaint 11714151 — filed 01/29/2026

“Engine was replaced pursuant to Recall 25V-274. We have driven approximately 4,000 miles since the engine was replaced and all of the oil in the…”NHTSA complaint 11714099 — filed 01/29/2026

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Engine complaints by year filed

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 GMC Yukon XL have engine problems?

Engine is the most-reported problem area on the 2022 GMC Yukon XL: 97 of 149 complaints on file (65.1%). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects.

How many complaints does the 2022 GMC Yukon XL have in total?

149 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Across all categories, 3 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, 7 reported injuries, and none reported deaths.

What does NHTSA's engine category include?

NHTSA assigns each complaint to standard component categories; this page reports the ENGINE category exactly as NHTSA defines and records it.

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.