GMC Yukon 2017 recalls, problems, complaints and safety

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the GMC Yukon 2017 and 196 complaints filed by owners. It has 20% more complaints than the average GMC Yukon from 2016–2025 (163 per year).

These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.

Recalls issued for the GMC Yukon 2017

Brakes (hydraulic)
NHTSA campaign 19V761000 · 2019-10-24

What happens

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192261050.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 19V761000

Brakes (hydraulic)
NHTSA campaign 19V645000 · 2019-09-06

What happens

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192268490.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 19V645000

Air bags
NHTSA campaign 16V651000 · 2016-09-08

What happens

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 16007.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 16V651000

Complaints from other owners

196 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.

10 with a crash · 1 with a fire · 3 injuries

Most reported problems on the GMC Yukon 2017

• Exterior lighting: 49 (25% of complaints)
• Powertrain and transmission: 48 (24% of complaints)
• Brakes: 41 (21% of complaints)
• Engine: 33 (17% of complaints)
• Electrical system: 21 (11% of complaints)

Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.

What to check before buying a GMC Yukon 2017

• Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
• Test headlights, brake lights, turn signals and hazards.
• On the test drive, check for smooth shifts with no jerks, slipping or noises; check the transmission fluid condition.
• Brake hard somewhere safe: the car shouldn't pull to one side and the pedal shouldn't sink; check rotors and pads.
• Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.

Safety rating (NCAP)

GMC Yukon recalls by year

• 2016 : 5 recalls · 270 complaints
• 2017 : 3 recalls · 196 complaints
• 2018 : 3 recalls · 70 complaints
• 2019 : 2 recalls · 55 complaints
• 2020 : 4 recalls · 36 complaints
• 2021 : 13 recalls · 337 complaints
• 2022 : 5 recalls · 184 complaints
• 2023 : 4 recalls · 244 complaints
• 2024 : 3 recalls · 178 complaints
• 2025 : 2 recalls · 57 complaints

Guides for this check

• What is a car recall and how to get it fixed for free
• Pre-purchase inspection for a used car: what to check
• Questions to ask the seller of a used car

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the GMC Yukon 2017 have?

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the GMC Yukon 2017. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.

What is the most common problem with the GMC Yukon 2017?

In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: exterior lighting (49 of 196 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.