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2013 GMC Yukon Latches, locks and linkages Problems

Complaints
2about this part
Share
2%of 117 total for the year
Median mileage
60,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 2013 GMC Yukon, 2% of the 117 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 60,000 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.

“The contact owns a 2013 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the rear tailgate opened independently. The failure had occurred on several occasions. The battery warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. The contact pulled over to the shoulder lane and attempted to shift to park(P); however, the vehicle failed to shift to park(P). No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. …”

NHTSA complaint #11719491, filed 2026-02, 60,000 miles

“2013 Gmc Yukon. Consumer writes in regards to door handle malfunction. The consumer stated the failure prevented the door from opening. Updated 10/31/2017”

NHTSA complaint #10985328, filed 2017-10

Latches, locks and linkages: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
202612%
202310%
201510%
201322%
200911%
2008179%
200782%
2006311%
200522%
200432%
200321%
200121%
199931%
199634%

Other parts of the 2013 GMC Yukon

Other or unknown
52 complaints
Air bags
32 complaints
Body and structure
22 complaints
Electrical system
10 complaints
Engine
10 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
5 complaints
Steering
4 complaints
Brakes
2 complaints
Fuel system
2 complaints
Tires
2 complaints
Electronic stability control
1 complaints
Engine cooling
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2013 GMC Yukon

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