2020 GMC Yukon XL Problems
Compared with other GMC Yukon XL years
Fewer complaints than typical for this model
17/100 0.5× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.5× that of a typical GMC Yukon XL year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 5 of its 47 complaints were filed by the end of 2022.
- Most reported part: Engine (24 complaints, median 52,000 mi).
- 2 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 47filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 86,000miles, 10 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- —not in EPA data
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2020 GMC Yukon XL (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 47 consumer complaints for the 2020 GMC Yukon XL. The part named most often is engine, with 24 complaints (51% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (13) and other or unknown (5). 10 of the complaints include a mileage, and 30% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 86,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 716 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine complaints overlap with 63 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 88 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Compared with the other 11 GMC Yukon XL model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 17 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (fewer complaints than typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
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.
- Engine24 51%
- Other or unknown5 11%
- Brakes3 6.4%
- Engine cooling3 6.4%
- Fuel system3 6.4%
- Steering3 6.4%
- Electrical system2 4.3%
- Exterior lighting2 4.3%
- Air bags1 2.1%
Also reported: Body and structure (1), Suspension (1).
Example complaints
Engine: “Vehicle brakes would not operate properly, increased braking effort and message displayed on instrument cluster 'service brake system'. This is the 4th time a beake issue has been experienced with a GM suburban/yukon vehicle. First 3 were on our 2017 chevrolet suburban premier. Also, engine just shutoff in the middle of a turn lane of a busy intersection, no other symptoms so far.”
NHTSA complaint #11377586, filed 2020-12, 2,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “Transmission required replacing at 82,500 miles. Vehicle completely lost power during my morning commute. Thankfully, I had exited the Interstate and was on a city street with minimal traffic. Also thankful that I took and extended warranty at the time of purchase less than a year ago at 61,200 miles.”
NHTSA complaint #11513372, filed 2023-03Other or unknown: “The contact owns a 2020 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear passenger side tire seized. The contact stated the vehicle was skidding, and the contact noticed an unusual sound. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 46,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11662608, filed 2025-05, 46,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
30% of the 10 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 46,000 and 107,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2020 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 · SUV 4WD | ★★★★☆ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 · 20.4% risk |
| Yukon XL · SUV RWD | ★★★★☆ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 · 21.2% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2020 model year: forward collision warning optional, lane departure warning optional, automatic emergency braking not available.
Neighbouring years: 2019: same overall rating; 2021: 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.
Recalls and investigations
- 21V115000Feb 25, 2021TiresCovers: GMC Yukon XL 2020, Savana 2018–2021, Chevrolet Express 2018–2021 +13 more
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…
- 19V837000Nov 21, 2019Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pumpCovers: GMC Yukon XL 2020, Sierra 1500 2020, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2020 +6 more
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…
Recall details for the 2020 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. 716 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.
- 11035340Jul 21, 2026Other or unknown. PI to help diagnose A/C concern
- 11035308Jul 21, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.
- 11032777May 14, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.
- 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.
- 11029950Mar 2, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC'ss
- 11028700Feb 5, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information communicates an issue with aftermarket LED headlights causing IPC warning messages and MIL along with several low speed lan DTCs.
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 2020 GMC Yukon XL have?
NHTSA recorded 47 consumer complaints for the 2020 GMC Yukon XL as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2020 GMC Yukon XL is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 24 complaints (51% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 13.
Has the 2020 GMC Yukon XL been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2020 GMC Yukon XL do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2020 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.
At what mileage are problems with the 2020 GMC Yukon XL reported?
Among the 10 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 86,000 miles and the middle half falls between 46,000 and 107,000 miles; 30% 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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program.
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.