2009 GMC Yukon Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2009 GMC Yukon has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 94 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 6 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (35 reports).

5Recalls
94Owner complaints
3Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2009 GMC Yukon recalls

Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin

Recall 21V050Feb 5, 20212,641,272 vehicles affected

Certain 2007 full-size GM trucks and SUVs have a passenger-side frontal airbag inflator that uses non-desiccated phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate propellant.

Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin

Recall 21V052Feb 5, 2021557,023 vehicles affected

Certain 2007 to 2009 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles have a passenger-side frontal air bag inflator that uses non-desiccated phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate propellant.

Passenger Front Air Bag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments

Recall 21V053Feb 5, 2021692,526 vehicles affected

The front passenger air bag inflator in these vehicles can rupture when the air bag deploys.

Electrical System

Recall 10V240Jun 4, 20101,365,070 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline

Recall 09V154May 6, 200927,188 vehicles affected

Most common 2009 GMC Yukon problems

Problem areas named in the 94 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags35
Unknown Or Other30
Structure16
Electrical System8
Steering6
Power Train4
Fuel/Propulsion System4
Engine4
Engine And Engine Cooling2
Vehicle Speed Control2

What owners report

2026-01-28, Unknown Or Other
Transmission problems
2025-08-17, Unknown Or Other
The dashboard cracked
2025-01-28, Air Bags
MANUFACTURER SAFETY RECALL ISSUED -NHTSA #21V050 - TRANSPORT CANADA #20591 - RECALL # N212328760 FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG TAKATA INFLATOR-PRIORITY GROUP 6
2022-09-28, Unknown Or Other
My 2009 GMC Yukon Denali has a major safety issue. The hard plastic dash has multiple cracks, which is a huge safety concern in the case of an accident. The dash could explode inside the vehicle causing injury to me and/or other passengers. The dashboard could also interfere with the operation of the airbag due to multiple cracks being around the passenger air bag. I have reached out to GM customer service twice and both time they advised me that a manager will reach out to me but they never did. I’m hoping this report will make GM accountable for the vehicle defect they made and pay to fix/repair the dash.
2022-08-22, Unknown Or Other
Cracks in dashboard including crack up to passenger airbag. Truck has been garage kept since new,

2009 GMC Yukon questions

Does the 2009 GMC Yukon have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2009 GMC Yukon: Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin; Passenger Front Air Bag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Electrical System; Fuel System, Gasoline. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 GMC Yukon?

Based on 94 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (35), Unknown Or Other (30), Structure (16).

How do I check if a recall on my 2009 GMC Yukon 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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