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2020 GMC Yukon XL
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- Owner complaints
- 47
- Received Dec 2020 to Sep 2026
Owner reports
Most reported problems
- 1Chevrolet Silverado loses power and hesitates8 complaints · 17% of this vehicle’s complaints
- 2Transmission fails or loses power while driving6 complaints · 13% of this vehicle’s complaints
- 3Engine knocking from rod or main bearings5 complaints · 11% of this vehicle’s complaints
Official NHTSA records
Recalls to check
- Recall #21V115000General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
- Recall #19V837000General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.
BrakeNews signals
Flagged complaint patterns
Unusual complaint patterns with no matched recall yet. A flag does not mean a recall will happen.
- Transmission fails or loses power while drivingFirst signal: Jan 2026
Complaint counts reflect reports submitted to NHTSA, not failure rates or a reliability ranking. Reported in these complaints: 2 crashes, 1 fire, 1 person injured, 0 deaths.
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Engine & powertrain
Brakes
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Electrical & lights
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Airbags, belts & seats
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Steering, suspension & tires
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Body, doors & glass
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Driver assistance
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Other
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Complaint history
When NHTSA received these reports. Changes in reporting alone do not establish a change in failure rates.
Show as a table
| Month | Complaints |
|---|---|
| December 2020 | 1 |
| January 2021 | 0 |
| February 2021 | 0 |
| March 2021 | 0 |
| April 2021 | 0 |
| May 2021 | 1 |
| June 2021 | 0 |
| July 2021 | 0 |
| August 2021 | 0 |
| September 2021 | 0 |
| October 2021 | 1 |
| November 2021 | 0 |
| December 2021 | 0 |
| January 2022 | 0 |
| February 2022 | 0 |
| March 2022 | 0 |
| April 2022 | 0 |
| May 2022 | 0 |
| June 2022 | 0 |
| July 2022 | 1 |
| August 2022 | 0 |
| September 2022 | 0 |
| October 2022 | 0 |
| November 2022 | 0 |
| December 2022 | 1 |
| January 2023 | 0 |
| February 2023 | 1 |
| March 2023 | 1 |
| April 2023 | 1 |
| May 2023 | 0 |
| June 2023 | 1 |
| July 2023 | 1 |
| August 2023 | 0 |
| September 2023 | 0 |
| October 2023 | 0 |
| November 2023 | 0 |
| December 2023 | 0 |
| January 2024 | 0 |
| February 2024 | 0 |
| March 2024 | 0 |
| April 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 0 |
| June 2024 | 0 |
| July 2024 | 0 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 0 |
| October 2024 | 0 |
| November 2024 | 0 |
| December 2024 | 0 |
| January 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 0 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 0 |
| August 2025 | 3 |
| September 2025 | 2 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 2 |
| December 2025 | 1 |
| January 2026 | 3 |
| February 2026 | 2 |
| March 2026 | 3 |
| April 2026 | 3 |
| May 2026 | 0 |
| June 2026 | 2 |
| July 2026 | 2 |
| August 2026 | 0 |
| September 2026 | 2 |
| October 2026 | 0 |
| Total | 47 |
Problems owners report
Listed groups have at least 3 complaints. The page includes the 20 largest groups plus any additional flagged groups; some complaints are not assigned to a group.
| Problem | Complaints | Share | Share ratio | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Silverado loses power and hesitates | 8 | 17% | 13.2× | |
| Transmission fails or loses power while driving | 6 | 13% | 6.7× | BrakeNews flag · First signal: Jan 2026 Model estimate of a matched recall within 24 months: 2.0% |
| Engine knocking from rod or main bearings | 5 | 11% | 11× |
AI groups complaints by meaning; the groups are approximate. Share ratio compares the problem’s share of this vehicle’s complaints with its share on other vehicles over the last 24 months (shown from 3 recent complaints). A 2× ratio means twice the complaint share, not twice the failure risk. Flags mark unusual shares or recent surges after an AI review of the complaint content. “First signal” does not mean the pattern has persisted continuously.How recall estimates are calculated.
Recalls
NHTSA recall #21V115000February 25, 202133,838 vehicles affected
tires
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
NHTSA recall #19V837000November 21, 2019502 vehicles affected
fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.
Over-pressurization can crack the fuel pump and cause leaks, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192283991.
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About this data
NHTSA complaints and recalls through October 2026. Complaints are counted once each, however many components they name. Original complaints are on NHTSA's page for the 2020 GMC Yukon XL.
Problem groups are formed by AI and may be approximate. BrakeNews flags unusual complaint patterns; they are not official defect findings. Investigation reports are written and checked by AI, with no human review. Owner reports do not establish that a defect exists.
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