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2017 GMC Yukon Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Exterior Lighting — runs 4.0× the fleet median for that category across the 720 model-years tracked on this site.
194Complaints
3Recalls
10Crashes
1Fires
3Injured
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 (24.2% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Exterior Lighting complaints here are 4.0× the median for that category across the 720 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Exterior Lighting47 · 24.2%not available
Power Train46 · 23.7%not available
Service Brakes41 · 21.1%RecalledRecall 19V645000 · Recall 19V761000
Engine32 · 16.5%not available
Electrical System21 · 10.8%not available
Suspension10 · 5.2%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.

Complaints by component

POWER TRAIN46 · 23.7%
SERVICE BRAKES41 · 21.1%
ENGINE32 · 16.5%
Unspecified / other22 · 11.3%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM21 · 10.8%
SUSPENSION10 · 5.2%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM9 · 4.6%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL3 · 1.5%
WHEELS2 · 1%

Percentages are the share of the 194 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 — 3 campaigns

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum

NHTSA campaign 19V645000 · 2019 · reported 09/06/2019

As the vacuum level drops, the brake assist decreases, increasing braking effort, extending the distance required to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:wheel Speed Sensor/tone Ring

NHTSA campaign 19V761000 · 2019 · reported 10/24/2019

Unintended activation of the driveline-protection system will cause unintended braking on the wheel on the opposite side of the failed sensor, causing the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags:frontal

NHTSA campaign 16V651000 · 2016 · reported 09/08/2016

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 it Park 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

“Rear LED taillights circuit boards broken. Disabling both Stop tail lights causing serious safety hazard. We had no clue driving around and we didn't have…”NHTSA complaint 11577011 — filed 03/12/2024 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
“Rear (Tail/Stop) lights on both sides, would work intermittently. Turns out it’s a known issue with the LED circuit boards. They consistently break in 2…”NHTSA complaint 11567677 — filed 01/25/2024 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
“The rear taillight has gone out. The LED board has a crack in the soldering causing the entire unit to malfunction.”NHTSA complaint 11540473 — filed 08/24/2023 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 GMC Yukon?

Exterior lighting issues are the most-reported category, cited in 47 of 194 NHTSA complaints (24.2%), followed by power train (46), service brakes (41), engine (32). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2017 GMC Yukon have?

194 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 10 involved a crash, 1 involved a fire, and 3 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2017 GMC Yukon have any recalls?

Yes — 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 19V645000. 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'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.