2015 GMC Yukon XL Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2015 GMC Yukon XL has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 308 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 3 fires, 5 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (141 reports).

2Recalls
308Owner complaints
6Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2015 GMC Yukon XL recalls

Front Air Bags and Seatbelt Pretensioners May Not Deploy in a Crash

Recall 17V437Jul 10, 201740,683 vehicles affected

Some vehicles may not have received the complete software update from an earlier air bag recall.

Front airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy in a crash

Recall 16V651Sep 8, 20163,640,162 vehicles affected

Certain 2014 Buick, Chevrolet vehicles have a software issue in the air bag sensing and diagnostic module.

Most common 2015 GMC Yukon XL problems

Problem areas named in the 308 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Exterior Lighting141
Service Brakes62
Electrical System58
Power Train35
Unknown Or Other26
Engine26
Structure12
Steering11
Fuel/Propulsion System6
Suspension5

What owners report

2026-10-14, Structure
I was open the tailgate of my truck and I am trying to put something but the tailgate closed on my back. And every time to try open it , open a few inches and close rapidly. GM has a recall but they tell me that the recall doesn’t apply to my truck because my VIN. Power Liftgate Inoperable, recall number 14300
2026-09-18, Structure
While driving the speed limit of 75 MPH, the vehicle's metal hood latch (for example: the metal piece on the underside of the hood that goes into the latch) broke causing the vehicle's hood to fly back and completely covered the windshield. This could have resulted in the tragic death of my wife and I. The windshield broke, the hinges locked in place, the hood was damaged including the hood's edges. During the pre-trip inspection, the hood was secure with no slack. There was no warning light regarding the hood. The vehicle was placed into storage until I research the proper procedures of reporting the safety hazard, so no one has inspected the vehicle.
2026-06-04, Power Train
The contact owns a 2015 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH to work, the vehicle shifted into neutral and into low and failed to drive at about 20 MPH. The check engine light was flashing. The front collision was unavailable. The contact left the vehicle at a gas station. Upon research, the contact located NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V374000 (Power Train), which was similar to the failure. The local dealer was contacted, who confirmed there were no open recalls. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted via chat, who referred her to the local dealer and manufacturer service center. The contact informed her to confirm the coverage with the d
2026-04-15, Power Train
The contact owns a 2015 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shuddered. The contact stated that upon pulling into a parking lot, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was pushed into a parking space with assistance. Additionally, the contact stated that while her husband was test-driving the vehicle in the driveway by driving forward and reversing several times, the transmission locked up while depressing the brake pedal the thirteenth time. A mobile mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the transmission control module had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN
2026-03-30, Power Train
Transmission shuttering between 50-65 MPH.

2015 GMC Yukon XL questions

Does the 2015 GMC Yukon XL have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2015 GMC Yukon XL: Front Air Bags and Seatbelt Pretensioners May Not Deploy in a Crash; Front airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy in a crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 GMC Yukon XL?

Based on 308 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (141), Service Brakes (62), Electrical System (58).

How do I check if a recall on my 2015 GMC Yukon XL has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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