2015 GMC Yukon XL Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 4%of 308 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 72,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the steering of the 2015 GMC Yukon XL, 4% of the 308 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 72,500 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“When parking the steering wheel locks up, the monitor that plays the radio shuts of and my speedometer monitor shows 3 to 4 different warnings such as brake assist off, park assist off, stabilitrak and power steering. This is while the car is in motion as well as when I put it in park.”
NHTSA complaint #11204771, filed 2019-04, 64,000 miles“I've experienced 2 power steering failures in the last 6 months. First, the eps failed (which was recalled for many of the same model--but not mine) which I replaced. Now, power steering failed again, this time the steering gear per the dealership. This is a safety hazard! With the most recent failure, if your hands are not grasping the steering wheel firmly, the car will veer sharply to either the right or left. And steering this beast with no power steering is nearly impossible. Many drivers would not be able to overpower the dead electric steering system. …”
NHTSA complaint #11097666, filed 2018-05, 62,939 miles“This is the second complaint that I have made to NHTSA. The first time, the vehicle was spontaneously turning off and shutting down during backing in and turns causing a safety issue. This resulted in a recall, and a software update that was done twice to correct the issue. Right and back passenger lights began to blink on and off and water gets into the brake light. The dealer told me this was m issue. This time the 4wd service light came and the car appeared to be stuck in 4wd low making it drag at a reduced speed when driving. Also, the service trailer brake light came on repeatedly. …”
NHTSA complaint #11174459, filed 2019-02, 78,000 miles“My car is giving me all kinds of warnings, parking assist off, rear back up, trailer brake, the radio sounds go off, blinker sounds go off, while trying to park power steering locks up, it will die in the middle of a turn. It’s doing everything The 2015 recall was created for. I do not think my car was fixed during the recall period. It is very hazardous.”
NHTSA complaint #11542538, filed 2023-09“My engine went out, and I had to have it rebuilt. There was a check engine light on. My steering goes out and in without warning while driving. I have talked to the dealership, and they stated that all safety recalls were done on my vehicle. My safety and those of others were put at risk when the steering failed. I almost crashed my vehicle in traffic. There were no warning messages prior to the failure. I did see that there was a recall in 2019 and the dealership will not inspect the vehicle without payment.”
NHTSA complaint #11554898, filed 2023-11Related service bulletins
- 11019516Apr 17, 2025This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
- 11014577Feb 18, 2025This service bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on…
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10242061Aug 7, 2023This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 4% |
| 2024 | 3 | 4% |
| 2023 | 4 | 2% |
| 2022 | 2 | 1% |
| 2021 | 4 | 2% |
| 2020 | 3 | 6% |
| 2019 | 4 | 6% |
| 2018 | 3 | 5% |
| 2017 | 2 | 1% |
| 2016 | 9 | 4% |
| 2015 | 11 | 4% |
| 2012 | 1 | 8% |
| 2010 | 2 | 7% |
| 2009 | 1 | 4% |
| 2008 | 1 | 1% |
| 2007 | 1 | 1% |
| 2005 | 4 | 10% |
| 2004 | 12 | 14% |
| 2003 | 9 | 9% |
| 2002 | 10 | 11% |
| 2001 | 8 | 7% |
| 2000 | 4 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2015 GMC Yukon XL
140 complaintsBrakes
64 complaintsElectrical system
58 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
35 complaintsEngine
26 complaintsOther or unknown
26 complaintsBody and structure
12 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsForward collision avoidance
4 complaintsTires
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 GMC Yukon XL
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.
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