Model year 2023 · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

2023 GMC Yukon: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings

EPA rates the 2023 GMC Yukon at 16–23 mpg combined across 12 versions. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 472 owner complaints for this model year. Its best NHTSA overall crash-test rating is 4 out of 5 stars.

Safety recalls

EPA combined mpg

16–23

NHTSA overall rating

4/5

Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 27, 2026, 7:34 AM EDT

NHTSA lists this vehicle as YUKON XL.

Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a GMC dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.

2023 GMC Yukon recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 4 safety recalls for the 2023 GMC Yukon, newest first.

Engine and engine cooling: Engine: Hard parts internal/mechanical

NHTSA 25V274000 Reported Apr 24, 2025

Filed by: General Motors, LLC (manufacturer recall no. N252494000)
Units affected: 597,571 (estimate)
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Risk: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Service brakes, hydraulic: Power assist: Electric: Control module: Software and 1 more component

NHTSA 24V674000 Reported Sep 12, 2024

Filed by: General Motors, LLC (manufacturer recall no. N242447990)
Components: Service brakes, hydraulic: Power assist: Electric: Control module: Software; Service brakes, hydraulic: Brake fluid low warning: Lamp
Units affected: 449,671 (estimate)
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: 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.
Remedy: The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Suspension: Rear

NHTSA 23V642000 Reported Sep 20, 2023

Filed by: General Motors, LLC (manufacturer recall no. N232415910)
Units affected: 189 (estimate)
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The rear suspension outer control arm bolts may not have been properly heat-treated, which can cause the bolts to break.
Risk: A broken suspension bolt can result in misalignment of the rear wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both rear suspension outer control arm bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232415910.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Exterior lighting: Lighting control module: Software

NHTSA 22V903000 Reported Dec 8, 2022

Filed by: General Motors, LLC (manufacturer recall no. N222386380)
Units affected: 740,108 (estimate)
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.

2023 GMC Yukon fuel economy by version

EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination. Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.

2023 GMC Yukon EPA fuel economy
Version	Engine	Transmission	Drive	Fuel	City/Hwy/Comb	Fuel cost/yr	CO2 g/mi
Yukon 2WD	3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel	Automatic 10-spd	Rear-Wheel Drive	Diesel	21/27/23 mpg	$4,150	442
Yukon 2WD	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 10-spd	Rear-Wheel Drive	Regular	15/20/17 mpg	$3,950	527
Yukon 2WD	6.2L 8-cyl	Automatic 10-spd	Rear-Wheel Drive	Premium	14/20/16 mpg	$5,150	555
Yukon 4WD	3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel	Automatic 10-spd	4-Wheel Drive	Diesel	20/26/22 mpg	$4,350	462
Yukon 4WD	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 10-spd	4-Wheel Drive	Regular	15/20/17 mpg	$3,950	527
Yukon 4WD	6.2L 8-cyl	Automatic 10-spd	4-Wheel Drive	Premium	14/18/16 mpg	$5,150	564
Yukon XL 2WD	3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel	Automatic 10-spd	Rear-Wheel Drive	Diesel	21/27/23 mpg	$4,150	442
Yukon XL 2WD	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 10-spd	Rear-Wheel Drive	Regular	15/20/17 mpg	$3,950	527
Yukon XL 2WD	6.2L 8-cyl	Automatic 10-spd	Rear-Wheel Drive	Premium	14/19/16 mpg	$5,150	555
Yukon XL 4WD	3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel	Automatic 10-spd	4-Wheel Drive	Diesel	20/26/22 mpg	$4,350	462
Yukon XL 4WD	5.3L 8-cyl	Automatic 10-spd	4-Wheel Drive	Regular	15/19/16 mpg	$4,200	545
Yukon XL 4WD	6.2L 8-cyl	Automatic 10-spd	4-Wheel Drive	Premium	14/18/16 mpg	$5,150	564

Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.

EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.

2023 GMC Yukon crash-test ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the tested versions. More stars mean a lower chance of serious injury in that type of crash. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.

2023 GMC Yukon NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Tested vehicle	Overall	Frontal	Side	Rollover	Rollover risk	Forward collision warning
2023 GMC Yukon SUV 2WD	4 stars	4 stars	5 stars	3 stars	—	Standard & Optional
2023 GMC Yukon SUV 4WD	4 stars	4 stars	5 stars	3 stars	—	Standard & Optional
2023 GMC Yukon XL SUV 2WD	4 stars	4 stars	5 stars	3 stars	—	Standard & Optional
2023 GMC Yukon XL SUV 4WD	4 stars	4 stars	5 stars	3 stars	—	Standard & Optional

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program), checked Oct 26, 2026.

Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.

2023 GMC Yukon owner complaints

Owners have filed 472 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 GMC Yukon, most recently on Oct 23, 2026. 3 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 15 injured people and 0 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.

Most-cited components in 2023 GMC Yukon complaints
Component named in complaints	Mentions
Engine	314
Power train	85
Electrical system	61
Unknown or other	38
Fuel/propulsion system	36
Engine and engine cooling	25
Service brakes	18
Vehicle speed control	14
Visibility/wiper	13
Steering	9

Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.

Had a safety problem with your vehicle? You can report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem.

Other GMC Yukon model years

GMC Yukon by model year
Year	Combined	Recalls	Complaints	Overall rating
2027 Yukon	16–23 mpg	0	1	—
2026 Yukon	16–23 mpg	3	84	5/5
2025 Yukon	16–23 mpg	2	85	5/5
2024 Yukon	16–23 mpg	3	181	4/5
2022 Yukon	16–23 mpg	5	359	4/5
2021 Yukon	16–23 mpg	14	572	4/5
2020 Yukon	16–18 mpg	4	84	4/5
2019 Yukon	16–18 mpg	3	126	4/5
2018 Yukon	16–19 mpg	5	130	4/5
2017 Yukon	16–19 mpg	3	359	4/5
2016 Yukon	17–19 mpg	5	519	4/5
2015 Yukon	16–18 mpg	10	966	4/5

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Sources

Recalls: NHTSA recall flat file (FLAT_RCL_POST_2010), dated Oct 27, 2026, plus a live check of api.nhtsa.gov in your browser.
Complaints: NHTSA consumer complaint flat files (COMPLAINTS_RECEIVED), counts only — we do not republish complaint text.
Crash tests: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
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