The most-reported Yukon run is 1GKS2DKL3MR (2021 builds) with 26 complaints, 10× the typical run. Engine problems make up 17% of reports; 2021 is the worst model year at 5.6 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 80 recall campaigns for Yukon model years 1992–2026.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The GMC Yukon has 2,009 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 2% of every Yukon complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1GKS2DKL3MR•••••• | 2021 | — | — | |
| 1GKS2BKC0FR•••••• | 2015 | — | — | |
| 1GKS2DKL8MR•••••• | 2021 | — | — | |
| 1GKFK63837J•••••• | 2007 | 2 | — | |
| 1GKS2DKL6MR•••••• | 2021 | — | — | |
| 1GKS2BKC2FR•••••• | 2015 | — | — | |
| 1GKS2DKL1MR•••••• | 2021 | 1 | — | |
| 1GKS2DKL2MR•••••• | 2021 | — | — | |
| 1GKS2DKLXMR•••••• | 2021 | — | — | |
| 1GKS2DKL0MR•••••• | 2021 | — | — | |
| 1GKS2BKC5FR•••••• | 2015 | — | — | |
| 1GKS2BKC4FR•••••• | 2015 | — | 1 |
Each of the other 1,997 Yukon runs has 18 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 321 Yukon VINs so far, most often 2025, 2026, 2023 builds; 11 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the GMC Yukon the gap between build years is 4×: a 2021 car draws 5.6 complaints per run, a 2014 one 1.4.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 21 | 17 | — | |
| 2025 | 53 | 39 | — | |
| 2024 | 115 | 57 | — | |
| 2023 | 239 | 67 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 179 | 61 | 1 | |
| 2021 | 328 | 59 | 7 | |
| 2020 | 35 | 23 | — | |
| 2019 | 53 | 28 | — | |
| 2018 | 68 | 32 | 2 | |
| 2017 | 194 | 61 | 10 | |
| 2016 | 255 | 80 | 4 | |
| 2015 | 492 | 102 | 8 | |
| 2014 | 54 | 39 | 3 | |
| 2013 | 150 | 74 | 3 | |
| 2012 | 105 | 60 | 1 | |
| 2011 | 295 | 101 | 2 | |
| 2010 | 168 | 78 | 1 | |
| 2009 | 166 | 94 | 4 | |
| 2008 | 279 | 104 | 3 | |
| 2007 | 542 | 134 | 19 |
Heaviest year here is 2021 at 5.6 complaints per run; lightest is 2026 at 1.2. The 2026 line is still collecting reports, so it reads low.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 17% of everything GMC Yukon owners report: Engine, 915 of 5,240 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 7 | |
| Air Bags | 87 | 1 | |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 | 6 | |
| Service Brakes | 66 | — | |
| Electrical System | 7 | 24 | |
| Power Train | 10 | 4 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1 | |
| Structure | 6 | 1 |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 80 recall campaigns on the GMC Yukon; the 6 below cover build years 1992 to 2024. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 06E043000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | 1992–2005 |
| 07E106000 | Wheels:hub | 2000–2006 |
| 19V761000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:wheel Speed Sensor/tone Ring | 2015–2020 |
| 21V054000 | Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module | 2010–2014 |
| 21V050000 | Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module | 2007–2011 |
| 25V274000 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical | 2021–2024 |
The Yukon against its rivals
The Yukon draws 2.6 complaints per production run; the Toyota Sequoia 5.1, the Dodge Durango 4.8 and the Ford Expedition 3.1. That is the lowest rate of the 4.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GMC Yukon | 5,240 | 2,009 | 3.5% | |
| Toyota Sequoia | 2,696 | 529 | 3.4% | |
| Dodge Durango | 11,502 | 2,416 | 4.9% | |
| Ford Expedition | 7,766 | 2,478 | 5.8% |
How serious were they
Of the 5,240 reports on the GMC Yukon, 3.5% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | GMC Yukon | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 5,240 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 183 (3.5%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 46 (0.9%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 204 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 8 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 40% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The GMC Yukon share of that is 5,240 complaints over 2,009 runs, 0.47% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a GMC Yukon VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 5,240 NHTSA complaints from 2,009 Yukon runs and 80 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Yukon production run has the most complaints?
1GKS2DKL3MR, a 2021 build, with 26 complaints. The typical Yukon run has 2.6.
Which Yukon years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2021 is heaviest at 5.6 complaints per run and 2026 lightest at 1.2.
Does the Yukon get more complaints than the Toyota Sequoia?
No: 2.6 complaints per production run for the Yukon against 5.1 for the Toyota Sequoia.
How many Yukon complaints involve a crash?
3.5% of 5,240 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 46 involved a fire.
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