2006 GMC Yukon XL 1500 Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 19,987miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 14 mpgcombined, 5.3L 8-cyl · flex-fuel RWD · 13 city / 17 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2006 GMC Yukon XL 1500 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2006 GMC Yukon XL 1500. The part named most often is electrical system, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by body and structure (1) and tires (1). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 60% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 19,987 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 147 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 32 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Body and structure complaints overlap with 5 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system2 40%
- Body and structure1 20%
- Tires1 20%
Example complaints
Electrical system: “The contact owns a 2006 Gmc YUKON XL 1500. The contact stated that the ventilation system malfunctioned preventing the contact from turning the A/C and or heater on. The contact indicated that the rear ventilation was working properly but when the vehicle was turn off the exhaust fan was still blowing. Also, the contact mentioned that burning fumes were emitted into the vehicle. As a result, the contact had to disconnect the power to the blower. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who diagnosed that the resistor module connector and blower needed to be replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #10607467, filed 2014-07, 130,000 milesBody and structure: “I just bought this vehicle. The rear window release button is pushed all the way in and will not open the window. While I had the rear hatch apart I was going to put in a mechanism to allow opening the rear hatch from inside. I think this should be a factory recall to install 1. A more reliable door and window latch system and 2. To put in a inside release mechanism. I don't understand why there are over 300 technical service bulletins listed for this vehicle in the Gmc site but only 13 according to NHTSA.”
NHTSA complaint #10560478, filed 2014-01, 111,400 milesTires: “The contact owns a 2006 Gmc YUKON XL 1500. While driving 60 MPH the right front tire side wall blew out. The contact lost control of the vehicle; however, he was able to drive to the nearest service station. The vehicle was towed and three tires were replaced. The tire dealer advised him to speak with the manufacturer regarding the failed tire. The failure and the current mileages were 25,358. The tire was firestone, tire line wilderness le, size p-265-70-r16, and the DOT is 11m-s.”
NHTSA complaint #10281344, filed 2009-08, 13,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “2006 Gmc yukon xl - purchased in jan. 2006, the vehicle was taken in for service 1 month after taking delivery for foul smell emitting from vehicle while moving. It was diagnosed as the rear differential producing the odor, they changed the fluid to the old synthetic type, and claimed it was the smell of the grape seed extract used in the organic new type fluid. This did not solve the problem, the next time the service center tried an oil which had a higher heat rating, this did not fix the smell problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10206354, filed 2007-10, 1,967 milesMileage when problems were reported
60% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 13,000 and 111,400 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2006 GMC Yukon XL 1500 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yukon XL 1500 AWD | 6.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 12 | 16 | 13 | $5,150 |
| Yukon XL 1500 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl · flex-fuel | 4-speed automatic | 13 | 17 | 14 | $4,800 |
| Yukon XL 1500 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl · flex-fuel | 4-speed automatic | 13 | 17 | 14 | $4,800 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2006 GMC Yukon XL 1500 in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 147 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11020816Jul 18, 2025Other or unknown. This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- 11019074May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11019073May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11019072May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11017252Mar 28, 2025Electrical system, Other or unknown. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.
- 11012907Dec 18, 2024Engine. This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- 11010544Oct 7, 2024Engine. This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- 11008956Sep 9, 2024Other or unknown. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
- 11007208Sep 6, 2024Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires…
- 11006621Aug 26, 2024Electrical system. Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need…
Other model years of the GMC Yukon XL 1500
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 5 | 41,250 | 0 | 4 | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 2011 | 12 | 59,926 | 2 | — | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 2010 | 8 | 93,000 | 0 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 2009 | 11 | 59,777 | 0 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 18 | 65,000 | 0 | — | 16 | — | Stable |
| 2007 | 60 | 41,673 | 0 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2006 | 5 | 19,987 | 0 | — | 14 | — | Not enough data |
| 2005 | 24 | 68,000 | 0 | — | 15 | — | Stable |
| 2004 | 36 | 75,000 | 0 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2003 | 63 | 95,000 | 0 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2002 | 23 | 96,218 | 0 | — | 14 | — | Stable |
| 2001 | 29 | 124,506 | 0 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 15 | 118,976 | 0 | — | 14 | — | Stable |
All GMC Yukon XL 1500 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2006 GMC Yukon XL 1500 have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2006 GMC Yukon XL 1500 as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2006 GMC Yukon XL 1500 is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by body and structure with 1.
Has the 2006 GMC Yukon XL 1500 been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2006 GMC Yukon XL 1500 get?
The EPA rates the 2006 GMC Yukon XL 1500 (Yukon XL 1500 2WD, 5.3L 8-cyl · flex-fuel) at 14 mpg combined, 13 city and 17 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,800 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2006 GMC Yukon XL 1500 reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 19,987 miles and the middle half falls between 13,000 and 111,400 miles; 60% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.