2022 GMC Yukon XL Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2022 GMC Yukon XL has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 174 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 9 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Engine (114 reports).

4Recalls
174Owner complaints
4Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2022 GMC Yukon XL recalls

Rear Wheels Can Lock Up While Driving, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 26V085Feb 13, 202643,743 vehicles affected

Certain 2022 full-size SUVs, including the Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban, GMC Yukon and Yukon XL, and Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, equipped with the 10-speed automatic transmission with Electronic Transmission Range Select (ETRS) may have a transmission control valve that can fail.

Engine may fail unexpectedly, raising crash risk

Recall 25V274Apr 24, 2025597,571 vehicles affected

Certain 2021 full-size Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC SUVs and pickups equipped with the 6.2L V8 gas engine may have a connecting rod or crankshaft with a manufacturing defect.

Daytime Running Lights May Stay On With Headlights, Reducing Visibility

Recall 22V903Dec 8, 2022740,108 vehicles affected

Certain Cadillac, Buick, Chevrolet and GMC vehicles may have daytime running lights that do not turn off when the headlights are on.

Third-Row Seat Belts May Not Hold Occupants in a Crash

Recall 22V617Aug 11, 2022484,155 vehicles affected

Some 2021-2022 full-size SUVs with third-row seats may have a seat belt buckle assembly where the rivet attaching the buckle to its mounting bracket was improperly formed.

Most common 2022 GMC Yukon XL problems

Problem areas named in the 174 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine114
Power Train33
Electrical System20
Unknown Or Other17
Fuel/Propulsion System14
Engine And Engine Cooling14
Service Brakes4
Air Bags3
Vehicle Speed Control3
Forward Collision Avoidance3

What owners report

2026-10-23, Power Train
Transfer case shutters in AWD and 4WD. Almost locks up in 4WD in reverse in a turn. Shutters in both AWD and 4WD. Dealer claims this is normal so just drive in 2WD. The vehicle did not do this before. I test drove new 2026 exact same vehicle. It did not do what my vehicle does. GM will not entertain a buyback. Offered GM voucher points. The engine has already been replaced. It appears to be consuming oil so the dealer is conducting an oil consumption test now.
2026-10-19, Engine
Sudden catastrophic engine failure during operation. Was climbing a hill and suddenly started losing power, almost instantly a written warning popped up on my screen saying engine oil over temp, idle engine. We started pulling off the road, engine started rattling, then shut off before we could come to a complete stop. At this point i was checking the gauges and all were at normal operating temperatures, but as I sat there watching the temperature gauge began to rise rapidly with the engine off. The engine was seized and had to be towed.
2026-10-14, Power Train
On 9/11/26 the Yukon XL flashed a check engine light and message stated to service within 7 business days. 30 seconds later the power shut off and barely coasted to the side of the highway. Engine would turn over but not start. Could not shift into neutral b/c wouldn’t start. Error message: ECM - Engine and Transmission SystemP102AThe Engine and Transmission System is not performing as expected. An issue has been detected in the Fuel Management System used to maintain, control and monitor fuel consumption. If the check engine light is flashing, a misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and could damage the emission control system on the vehicle. Please re
2026-10-13, Engine
On XXX, I was driving my 2022 GMC Yukon XL Denali equipped with the 6.2L L87 V8 engine, with my [XXX] stepson as a passenger, when the engine malfunctioned and stalled, leaving the vehicle disabled in traffic. The vehicle registered diagnostic trouble code P0016 (Crankshaft Position–Camshaft Position Correlation, Bank 1 Sensor A). Prior to this incident, the vehicle had undergone GM's L87 Engine Loss of Propulsion Safety Recall 25V-274 (GM Campaign N252494000). The vehicle passed the required engine inspection and was cleared to receive the prescribed oil viscosity change from 0W-20 to 0W-40. Under GM's recall service procedure, vehicles displaying P0016 during the inspection were require
2026-10-10, Fuel/Propulsion System
The component that failed was the fuel pump control module, which the dealership currently has in its possession. While driving on the interstate at 70 mph with my family of five—including three young children—the vehicle suddenly lost all motor power. This left us stranded on the shoulder for three hours waiting for a tow truck, completely without heat or AC. Once the vehicle was towed to the dealership, they confirmed the fuel pump module failure. There were no warning lamps, error messages, or prior symptoms; the engine simply stopped running. Fortunately, there were no injuries or crashes, but that was solely because I was lucky enough to safely maneuver across four lanes to the sh

2022 GMC Yukon XL questions

Does the 2022 GMC Yukon XL have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2022 GMC Yukon XL: Rear Wheels Can Lock Up While Driving, Raising Crash Risk; Engine may fail unexpectedly, raising crash risk; Daytime Running Lights May Stay On With Headlights, Reducing Visibility; Third-Row Seat Belts May Not Hold Occupants in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 GMC Yukon XL?

Based on 174 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (114), Power Train (33), Electrical System (20).

How do I check if a recall on my 2022 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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