Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 5.7× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
184Complaints
4Recalls
1Crashes
0Fires
13Injured
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 — Engine (65.8% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
Engine complaints here are 5.7× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
Complaint category
Reports
Official status
Reference
Engine
121 · 65.8%
Recalled
Recall 25V274000
Power Train
31 · 16.8%
not available
—
Electrical System
30 · 16.3%
not available
—
Fuel/propulsion System
16 · 8.7%
not available
—
Engine And Engine Cooling
11 · 6%
Recalled
Recall 25V274000
Vehicle Speed Control
7 · 3.8%
not available
—
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 184 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.
Recalls — 4 campaigns
Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module:software
DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: YES
Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: YES
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical
Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. 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
“Driving and pulling up into my driveway when suddenly the message âpush start button to start engineâ comes on with an alert sound - I…”NHTSA complaint 11679574 — filed 08/09/2025 · ENGINE
“I have had two incidents. The vehicle is hesitant. Itâs spudders, it stalls. You can hear it in the engine at idle and especially at…”NHTSA complaint 11677292 — filed 07/30/2025 · ENGINE
“GM issued a recall, N25249000 after hundreds if not thousands of complaints of catastrophic engine failure. My engine was impacted. It failed Sunday, [XXX]. I…”NHTSA complaint 11675314 — filed 07/22/2025 · ENGINE
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 2023 GMC Yukon XL?
Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 121 of 184 NHTSA complaints (65.8%), followed by power train (31), electrical system (30), fuel/propulsion system (16). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2023 GMC Yukon XL have?
184 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 1 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 13 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2023 GMC Yukon XL have any recalls?
Yes — 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 22V903000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2023 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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