2014 GMC Yukon XL Problems
- Complaints
- 11filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 52,000miles, 9 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 17 mpgcombined, 5.3L 8-cyl · flex-fuel RWD · 15 city / 21 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2014 GMC Yukon XL (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 11 consumer complaints for the 2014 GMC Yukon XL. The part named most often is other or unknown, with 5 complaints (45% of the total), followed by air bags (2) and brakes (2). 9 of the complaints include a mileage, and 44% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 52,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 1,524 technical service bulletins for this model year. Other or unknown complaints overlap with 72 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Air bags complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the inflator module and 12 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.
- Other or unknown5 45%
- Air bags2 18%
- Brakes2 18%
- Electrical system1 9.1%
- Vehicle speed control1 9.1%
Example complaints
Other or unknown: “There are 2 cracks in the dashboard, 1 above the steering wheel instrument panel and one at the corner of the passenger side airbag. They appeared out of nowhere and without any accompanying motor vehicle crash or other physical cause. I found the cracks as I was wiping the dashboard off with a microfiber towel. The crack over the instrument panel grew approximately 3 inches while I was driving to the dealership. …”
NHTSA complaint #11021126, filed 2017-09, 36,180 milesAir bags: “After switching to passing lane and seeing traffic in lane at standstill I swiftly jammed on brake pedal. Brakes failed to provide adequate stopping ability as though they were coated with grease. Despite having well in excess of 100 ft the vehicle would not stop. Rear ended vehicle in front with about 12k in damage to front of the vehicle. Air bags did not deploy. Original rotors and pads were replaced after experiencing severe brake fading when hot prior to accident. Drilled and slotted racing rotors were installed. …”
NHTSA complaint #10711913, filed 2015-04, 52,000 milesBrakes: “Was involved in an accident unable to stop in time. Uninow if this is related to the brake potential recall but I have noticed potential stoping distance changes when using the vehicle for long periods I assume it is just from use. Figured this information would be useful with the current investigation”
NHTSA complaint #11153615, filed 2018-11, 132,831 milesElectrical system: “The contact's wife owns a 2014 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that on several occasions, the vehicle failed to start with the key in the ignition. The failure persisted and a yellow anti-theft warning symbol was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated that on one occasion the vehicle failed to start after several attempts and the contact became trapped inside the vehicle for approximately 5-6 minutes and was unable to unlock or open the doors. The contact attempted to use the remote and the key to unlock the doors but there was no electrical functions available. …”
NHTSA complaint #11678148, filed 2025-08, 120,079 milesMileage when problems were reported
44% of the 9 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 46,800 and 120,079 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2014 GMC Yukon XL. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yukon XL 1500 · SUV 4WD | ★★★★☆ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 · 23.7% risk |
| Yukon XL 1500 · SUV RWD | ★★★★☆ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 · 23.7% risk |
Neighbouring years: 2013: same overall rating; 2015: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2014 GMC Yukon XL 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 C10 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl · flex-fuel | 6-speed automatic | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Yukon XL C10 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl · flex-fuel | 6-speed automatic | 14 | 18 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Yukon XL K10 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl · flex-fuel | 6-speed automatic | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Yukon XL K10 AWD | 6.2L 8-cyl · flex-fuel | 6-speed automatic | 13 | 18 | 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
- 21V054000Feb 5, 2021Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator moduleCovers: GMC Yukon XL 2010–2014, Cadillac Escalade 2010–2014, Chevrolet Tahoe 2010–2014 +11 more
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of…
- 14V614000Oct 1, 2014Electrical systemCovers: GMC Yukon XL 2013–2014, Chevrolet Suburban 2013–2014, Cadillac CTS 2013–2014 +12 more
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac CTS, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL, and 2014 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Express, Impala, Silverado HD, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Savana, and…
- 13V342000Aug 6, 2013Service brakes, hydraulicCovers: GMC Yukon XL 2014, Chevrolet Suburban 2014, Tahoe 2014 +1 more
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Suburban vehicles manufactured July 9, 2013, through July 22, 2013; and 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles manufactured July 16, 2013, through July 23, 2013; and model year 2014 GMC Yukon vehicles…
Recall details for the 2014 GMC Yukon XL → · Check a 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. 1,524 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037253Sep 4, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11030974Apr 1, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
- 11030092Mar 9, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.
- 11030091Mar 9, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11027698Jan 16, 2026Other or unknown. This PI Communications information on an alternative product dealers can use to perform 19-NA-255: Wax Coating on Frame Peeling, Metal Shows Corrosion/Rusting due to issue with getting product from…
- 11027601Jan 8, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11025755Nov 20, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit…
- 11023091Sep 9, 2025Other or unknown. New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH
- 11022084Aug 14, 2025Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
Other model years of the GMC Yukon XL
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 40 | 2,650 | 3 | 5 | 17 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2025 | 28 | 33,500 | 1 | 5 | 17 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2024 | 75 | 24,000 | 2 | 4 | 17 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 226 | 46,730 | 4 | 4 | 17 | 100 · More | Too new |
| 2022 | 174 | 60,995 | 4 | 4 | 17 | 84 · More | Rising |
| 2021 | 230 | 65,000 | 12 | 4 | 17 | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2020 | 47 | 86,000 | 2 | 4 | — | 17 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2019 | 68 | 102,194 | 2 | 4 | — | 28 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2018 | 56 | 38,714 | 2 | 4 | — | 35 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2017 | 147 | 54,498 | 1 | 4 | — | 61 · Typical | Stable |
| 2016 | 202 | 55,300 | 3 | 4 | — | 93 · More | Falling |
| 2015 | 308 | 70,000 | 2 | 4 | — | 74 · More | Falling |
| 2014 | 11 | 52,000 | 3 | 4 | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 22 | 65,000 | 4 | 4 | 16 | — | Rising |
| 2012 | 13 | 95,000 | 4 | — | 12 | — | Not enough data |
| 2011 | 47 | 72,200 | 3 | — | — | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2010 | 28 | 108,461 | 3 | — | — | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2009 | 23 | 53,500 | 5 | — | — | — | Falling |
| 2008 | 69 | 110,165 | 4 | — | — | 2 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2007 | 97 | 100,000 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 17 | 103,884 | 2 | — | — | — | Falling |
| 2005 | 42 | 68,500 | 5 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 87 | 45,500 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 102 | 70,000 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 95 | 63,350 | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 120 | 62,000 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2000 | 69 | 69,000 | 6 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
All GMC Yukon XL model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2014 GMC Yukon XL have?
NHTSA recorded 11 consumer complaints for the 2014 GMC Yukon XL as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2014 GMC Yukon XL is reported most often?
Other or unknown is named most often, in 5 complaints (45% of the total), followed by air bags with 2.
Has the 2014 GMC Yukon XL been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2014 GMC Yukon XL do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2014 GMC Yukon XL 4 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2014 GMC Yukon XL get?
The EPA rates the 2014 GMC Yukon XL (Yukon XL C10 2WD, 5.3L 8-cyl · flex-fuel) at 17 mpg combined, 15 city and 21 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,950 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2014 GMC Yukon XL reported?
Among the 9 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 52,000 miles and the middle half falls between 46,800 and 120,079 miles; 44% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. 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.