2017 GMC Yukon XL Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 36about this part
- Share
- 24%of 147 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 36,352miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 36 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2017 GMC Yukon XL, 24% of the 147 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 36,352 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While sitting at a stop on a 9degree incline behind another vehicle I started to accelerate to move up to the stop sign. As I pressed on the accelerator the engine RPM's increased but the vehicle didn't move as if the transmission was not engaging, then without warning it jerked forward. I had to apply the brakes to keep from hitting the vehicle in front of me. I have also had problems with this vehicle transmission such as transmission flutter, harsh shifts in lower gears, etc etc.”
NHTSA complaint #11404824, filed 2021-03, 39,400 miles“Transmission went out at 88k miles. My sister in law also has a 2017 bought from another state and it went out at 79k miles a week after mine. Passenger side tail light works if you push on it then randomly goes out (wiring/electrical issue). Of course the drivers side tail light is the only one on recall. Cruise control set itself at over 100mph and rapidly accelerated until I hit the brakes. I received a recall for the breaking system specifically for my VIN number that needs to be fixed now that my transmission is complete.”
NHTSA complaint #11280692, filed 2019-11, 88,000 miles“Driving my vehicle in winter weather conditions, in automatic 4 wheel drive option. I turned the corner by my house on a city street going no more than 7 MPH. I was tapping the brake as I turned. I'm not sure what really happened as I was braking (the brakes seemed weird; kind of like ABS), but my vehicle slid and hit the curb on the street I was turning in. This is kitty corner from my house. My right rear tire drove up onto the curb and half way onto the sidewalk, before going back off. I drove right into my garage from there and the vehicle was making a weird noise. …”
NHTSA complaint #11282987, filed 2019-11, 36,352 miles“While driving, the check engine light intermittently flashes. Vehicle runs extremely rough, sluggish at times. Dealer checked vehicle over a period of time and eventually confirmed random misfires. Unable to fix issue. Unable to determine cause. Vehicle was later confirmed to have a faulty transmission transmission replaced by dealer.”
NHTSA complaint #11132339, filed 2018-09, 14,171 miles“Transmission issue that makes the vehicle to not accelerate and then surge when you pull up to at a stop light, stop sign, on highway, or in traffic. Not safe going to end up hitting somebody or something. Gmc dealerships say 'it is a known issue' with no repair.”
NHTSA complaint #11317025, filed 2020-03, 11,000 milesRelated 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.
- 11014622Mar 2, 2025This Preliminary information communicates Diagnostic aids for a no start or DTC'S following a transmission replacement
- 11014621Mar 2, 2025This Preliminary information communicates Diagnostic aids for a no start or DTC'S following a transmission replacement
- 11014353Feb 12, 2025This service bulletin provides information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips, or Flares.
- 11014044Feb 3, 2025This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a delayed engagement into drive, shudder at a launch, or the…
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11011989Nov 27, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 11009756Sep 17, 2024This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and…
- 11009088Sep 16, 2024This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 5% |
| 2025 | 2 | 7% |
| 2024 | 12 | 16% |
| 2023 | 39 | 17% |
| 2022 | 33 | 19% |
| 2021 | 49 | 21% |
| 2020 | 13 | 28% |
| 2019 | 15 | 22% |
| 2018 | 9 | 16% |
| 2017 | 36 | 24% |
| 2016 | 33 | 16% |
| 2015 | 35 | 11% |
| 2012 | 1 | 8% |
| 2011 | 4 | 9% |
| 2009 | 1 | 4% |
| 2008 | 2 | 3% |
| 2007 | 5 | 5% |
| 2006 | 1 | 6% |
| 2005 | 3 | 7% |
| 2004 | 4 | 5% |
| 2003 | 3 | 3% |
| 2002 | 9 | 9% |
| 2001 | 4 | 3% |
| 2000 | 2 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2017 GMC Yukon XL
39 complaintsElectrical system
31 complaintsEngine
26 complaintsBrakes
25 complaintsOther or unknown
22 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsSeats
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsForward collision avoidance
3 complaintsLane departure
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology