7.2

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
7,651 miles

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problem #63

Jul 112025

Yukon

  • 100,000 miles
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH with her family inside the vehicle, there was an abnormal tapping sound coming from the engine compartment, with the traction control and Forward Collision Avoidance warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the "Service ESC", "Forward Collision Avoidance System Unavailable", and "Service Traction Control" flashed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was determined that the gaskets, bolts, rods, lifters, camshaft valve, valve actuator, and engine seals needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to another dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

- Angie, LA, USA

problem #62

Oct 262025

Yukon

  • miles
My 2022 Yukon with the 6.2 engine locked up on a mountain highway in Wyoming. There were no prior symptoms -?" the engine suddenly lost power and shifted into neutral, forcing me to pull over. The biggest issue was that once the vehicle stopped, it couldn-??t be shifted into neutral, which could have caused a secondary collision. The dealer who sold the vehicle didn't treat this seriously and sold as inspection passed vehicle.

- Maple Valley, WA, USA

problem #61

Oct 012025

Yukon

  • miles
My vehicle continues to consume oil. It consumes approximately 1 quart of oil every 1 thousand miles. As a Retired/Disabled Veteran this has become a safety concern for me and my family as I'm concerned this vehicle will leave us stranded.

- Spotsylvania, VA, USA

problem #60

Jun 102025

Yukon

  • miles
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to crank or start-up. After several attempts, the vehicle failed to start. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump power control module had failed and needed to replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Grand Cane, LA, USA

problem #59

Aug 252025

Yukon

  • miles
I was driving on hyw 64 in cashiers, nc 28717 on August 25, 2025 at around 4:30 pm and my 2022 GMC Yukon denali just stopped in the middle of the road. I was unable to restart it so I was not able to move it from the middle of the road. Someone passing by called 911 so lots of emergency vehicles arrived. The men tried to switch the car into neutral so it could be towed and finally were able to do that reading something in the manual about hitting the start button twice. While being put on the flatbed if the tow truck I noticed the tires were not rolling, just sliding forward. It is being towed to a Chevy dealer an hour away.

- Cashiers, NC, USA

problem #58

Jun 272025

Yukon

  • miles
1. The engine is malfunctioning, leading to excessive oil consumption and random shutdowns. The vehicle is available for inspection at Alexander Buick GMC, Oxnard, CA, where it has been taken for repairs multiple times. 2. The engine's random shutdowns pose a significant safety risk. The vehicle can stall without warning while in motion, which could lead to accidents, especially in high-traffic situations or at high speeds. This puts the driver, passengers, and other drivers at risk. 3. Yes, the dealership Alexander Buick GMC has confirmed the excessive oil consumption and has observed the engine shutting down. However, they have not been able to determine the root cause of the shutdowns. 4. The vehicle has only been inspected by the dealership Alexander Buick GMC which is an authorized service center for the manufacturer. It has not been inspected by any other parties. 5. There were no warning lamps or messages consistently appearing before the engine shutdowns. Sometimes, the oil pressure warning light would flicker briefly before a shutdown, but not always. The excessive oil consumption was noticed approximately a year ago before the shutdowns began. Not too sure when these shutdowns started occurring.

- Oxnard, CA, USA

problem #57

May 082025

Yukon

  • miles
I-??m filing this complaint regarding my 2022 GMC Yukon Denali (VIN: [XXX], MSRP ~$76,805) with an unresolved L87 engine recall. I made an appointment at my local GMC dealership on 5/8/25 specifically for the L87 recall. Upon arrival, staff only documented the Serial Data Gateway Module recall, which I hadn-??t even known about. When I mentioned the 6.2L engine, I was asked if I was -??sure.-?? I believe I was treated dismissively because I-??m a woman. After pushing back, staff pulled up the bulletin, confirmed my engine needed replacement, and told me to -??drive it until it blows up or there-??s a fix, whichever comes first.-?? The L87 was only added to my receipt after I insisted-?"it was falsely listed as an -??added operation, -?? though it was the reason I came in. I sent a certified letter to GM on 5/12/25 (signed for on 5/15/25) confirming the date I tendered the vehicle. Both GM and the dealer were fully aware the 60-day federal repair window had begun. It is now well past that deadline, and the L87 recall remains unresolved. Compounding the issue, the AC failed on [XXX], and the vehicle has been parked since early June due to extreme KY heat, making it unsafe to drive my children. I rely on this vehicle for daily commuting-?"driving ~100 miles/day for work-?"and it is also the only vehicle we own capable of towing our family boat, which has now sat unused all summer. I am currently paying $1,000/mo for the Yukon, $600/mo for the boat, and $200/mo for insurance-?"$1,800/month in preventable financial losses caused by GM-??s failure to act. No repair has been offered. No loaner vehicle has been provided. No response has been received. I believe I was misled and discriminated against at the dealership, and I am now financially burdened and without a safe, reliable vehicle. This situation qualifies under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act for repurchase, compensation, or forced resolution. I am requesting a formal investigation and full remedy. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA

- Olive Hill, KY, USA

problem #56

Jul 132025

Yukon

  • miles
Vehicle lost propulsion driving down the interstate. Already on the 2nd motor

- Gainesville, GA, USA

problem #55

Nov 112023

Yukon

  • miles
Loosing oil, no oil marks on floor, not contacted by GMC concerning recall, called dealership they claim GMC will contact me, down 2 quarts every few months

- Homer City, PA, USA

problem #54

May 172025

Yukon

  • 82,000 miles
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 65 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the message to turn off the vehicle was displayed. The driver pulled off the road safely, and the vehicle was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that an unknown part had fractured and become loose inside the engine. Additionally, the injector rod was bent. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and provided financial assistance with the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000. The VIN was not available.

- Wellington, KS, USA

problem #53

May 062025

Yukon

  • miles
I was driving on the freeway with my family when the dashboard lights went off and the car started making a noise. The car then started shaking and I immediately pulled over. I was with my family and my children got scared. Previously to this the car had not shown any signs of problems. I had the car towed to the dealership. I received a call 2 days later from dealership stating my car needed a new engine. The car only has 42K miles and has had all oil changes.

- Hollister , CA, USA

problem #52

May 152025

Yukon

  • miles
On the morning of Thursday, [XXX], our 2022 Yukon Denali departed from West Richland, WA with the intent to arrive in Spokane, WA. After a short stop in Ritzville, WA around [XXX] local time, we entered the freeway ([XXX] to Spokane, WA) and attempted to pass a semi-truck. The vehicle got to approximately 60mph and then began to rev without any propulsion to increase speed. The vehicle shut off completely and stated that we were to put the car in neutral and attempt to restart. While going 50-60mph, we shifted into neutral and attempted to restart without any success. While the situation was extremely dangerous give the traffic (semi-truck on the right and an approaching vehicle directly behind us), we slowed the vehicle and maneuvered to the shoulder where we stopped the vehicle. The vehicle would not start so we leverage the OnStar system to call a tow truck. Unfortunately, there was no ride available being 1-2 miles outside of Ritzville, WA where transportation services do not exist. We requested the help of WA state troopers who picked up 7 of us (4 separate trips) on the side of the highway. The vehicle was towed to Spokane, WA and we were left to fend for ourselves to get to Spokane. The vehicle is in the shop and we are told based on the codes achieved that it is a full engine failure. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- West Richland, WA, USA

problem #51

Dec 232024

Yukon

  • miles
After only 47,000 the Yukon started with hard starts and triggering a check engine light. Owner suggested fuel issues, the dealership suggested a bad wire. They adjust the "bare wire", and mentioned that the fuel pumps on these vehicles have issues and they would order one- but give them a holler when we have additional problems. The Yukon continued to hard start, evolving into stalling when started. The dealership was alerted but due to lack of engine codes being stored the dealership couldn't help us. Eventually when driving 57mph, the Yukon cut engine on a busy route, driver was able to get the Yukon to the shoulder and attempted restart- the Yukon was dead. AAA attempted to battery jump the Yukon without success. We were without our Yukon for 8 weeks, being placed in random trucks that couldn't support our family size. Upstate Chevy of Attica was not help in the process. We did contact GM directly and received a case number 9-14907008493. The engine was replaced. The Yukon still doesn't seem to be 100%, with some slow to starts. We are asking for compensation toward another GM full size SUV. We are GM friends and family and have purchased several vehicles over the years. We'd like to trade our suv now for a new 2025 without engine issues- but since our Yukon was gutted, that is now noted on a carfax which devalues our trade.

- Wyoming, NY, USA

problem #50

Apr 142025

Yukon

  • miles
While driving 75 on the highway the vehicle shut off completely, shifted to neutral and a message flashed on the dashboard to "press start again". This has happened previously when my 16 y/o was driving but we chalked it up to user error. Scheduled appointment with dealership. There were no warning lamps, no lights illuminated on the dashboard. The vehicle just cut off and I have not been able to reproduce the issue.

- Camden, SC, USA

problem #49

Mar 312025

Yukon

  • miles
The engine on my vehicle has been consuming approximately a quart of oil every thousand miles for months. I have made this issue known to the dealership who services my vehicle over that time period. The dealership (Radley Chevrolet in Fredericksburg, Virginia) and particularly the management has not been concerned about my issue. I have also contacted GMC. I've explained to Radley Chevrolet and GMC that as a [XXX] while in the military [XXX] that my vehicle will leave me and my family stranded somewhere without recourse. Both are aware of the ongoing issues and have not addressed my many documented concerns. I have an extended warranty, so I'm covered for parts and labor for years. Again, the concern is for my safety and the safety of my family. This vehicle could possibly leave me as [XXX] and my family on the side of the road. I have reported these concerns numerous times. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- Spotsylvania, VA, USA

problem #48

May 302022

Yukon

  • 10,000 miles
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who determined that the engine had seized and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that on another occasion while driving 65 MPH, a wheel detached from the vehicle and the vehicle slid across the road. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who determined that the tie rod had detached. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that recently while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal, and the engine seized. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who determined that the engine had seized. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost and remained with the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.

- Crawfordsville, AR, USA

problem #47

Apr 132025

Yukon

  • miles
2022 GMC Yukon Denali, 6.2 with 37,000. Bearings failed. Needs a new motor. 150 miles away from home. Engine failed with no warning on a highway. Had to call police to assist. Paid for a tow truck out of pocket. Covered Under powertrain warranty, Unsure if I will get a new or refurbished motor. I was told by the dealership that lead times could exceed two months. GM is not extending my powertrain warranty.

- Marlton, NJ, USA

problem #46

Apr 052025

Yukon

  • miles
While approaching a red light, my 2022 GMC yukon just shut off leaving us unable to start it or even shift it to neutral to move the vehicle. This posed danger with oncoming traffic, so my family and I got out of the vehicle while awaiting a tow. We had to get the car towed and it was determined to have complete engine failure due to a rod bearing issue. One hour prior to it failing we had a check engine light come on. No other noises or warnings prior. The car is now at the dealership awaiting a new motor since still being under warranty. The motors are on backorder so its unclear how long this will take.

- Conroe, TX, USA

problem #45

Apr 102025

Yukon

  • miles
Without any signs of an issue the engine seized while driving on the highway, Thursday [XXX]. Thankfully my wife was exiting the highway when the vehicle shifted its transmission into neutral, allowing my wife to coast onto the shoulder. The vehicle would turn on the electronics, however the engine would not attempt to turn over. The vehicle was towed to Carl Black GMC of Kennesaw. I was originally told the transmission was the potential problem but the transmission tech was on vacation until the following Monday the 14th. Once they looked at the vehicle, at that time they determined that it was not the transmission. The engine had seized and that there is at least a 6 month wait for another engine. They have not recommend a further diagnoses of the exact failure within the engine due to the common occurring issue with these engines. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- Acworth, GA, USA

problem #44

Feb 282024

Yukon

  • miles
At 33k miles the engine failed due to lifter failure and rod bearing failure.

- Tampa, FL, USA

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