2011 GMC Yukon Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2011 GMC Yukon has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 158 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 3 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (79 reports).

5Recalls
158Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2011 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 air bag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments

Recall 21V054Feb 5, 20211,778,128 vehicles affected

The front passenger air bag inflator in these vehicles uses phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate propellant, which can degrade after long exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and repeated temperature cycling.

Electrical System:Ignition

Recall 14V827Dec 30, 201484,192 vehicles affected

Steering:Linkages

Recall 11V339Jun 28, 2011739 vehicles affected

Suspension:Rear:Axle:Spindle

Recall 11V007Jan 6, 201130,566 vehicles affected

Most common 2011 GMC Yukon problems

Problem areas named in the 158 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags79
Unknown Or Other55
Structure27
Engine13
Power Train7
Fuel/Propulsion System7
Vehicle Speed Control5
Electrical System5
Service Brakes5
Wheels3

What owners report

2025-01-24, Engine
Recurring System Problems: My vehicle continues to exhibit intermittent system failures, causing unpredictable and potentially dangerous driving conditions. These issues have included: engine stalling, braking issues, electronic system malfunctions].
2024-08-25, Vehicle Speed Control
There are several incidents reported regarding ongoing assessment with GMC interplay activity I have noticed this have become a dangerous drive ability inside acceleration controls Governor sets whiling driving engine play transmission shifts this have gone beyond everyday practices during drive times this have been very noticeable during anyone time RPM gauges constantly disrupted radio functions remote controls are at play many problems are being serious illegal assessed during drive compulsive fuel guagement.I have been placed at dangerous risk by interplay noticability. Now slight tick sounds after full services sparkplug and wire as tuneup oil changes fuel services and coolant same recu
2024-08-02, Unknown Or Other
Numerous difficulties have arisen during the process of driving on multiple occasions. The tablet/Radio continues to reset, and the traction control sensor light continues to illuminate. I have communicated with the GMC service center on several occasions, and each time, no issues were found. During an oil change at another dealership, no service recommendations were mentioned, yet a list of offset services was listed on Mopar. As I continued to drive, I noticed that the speed controls were limiting speeds, necessitating self-serviced accelerated drives. This has been ongoing for some time while driving and has required ongoing fuel adjustments. I have received tune-up services, coolant serv
2024-07-06, Unknown Or Other
I am writing to express my concerns and frustrations regarding the recurring issues with my vehicle despite multiple service appointments at Classic GMC Arlington. Despite numerous attempts to address these problems, I continue to experience issues with Continuity of service and performance Fueling system and coolant system problems (twice in six months) Stabilizer link light illumination during startup RPM acceleration while slowing down or stopping Ticking sound from the engine. Each time I bring my vehicle in for service, I am told that there are no issues with the performance, idle, or spark plugs, despite having recently received a full service tune-up. I suspect that there may be inte
2024-05-12, Unknown Or Other
There have been several signal within system to have beyond service diagnostic and this have gone through many GMC SERVICE CENTERS EVERY TIME I HAVE SERVICE ARE NO ISSUES TO PROVIDE EVERY TIME AFTER THERE ARE MANY CONTINUED ISSUES ARISE. DEACTIVATIONS ARE OCCURRING MORE FREQUENT THAN BEFORE PURCHASE.CONSTANT PLAY WITH COMPUTER SYSTEM.

2011 GMC Yukon questions

Does the 2011 GMC Yukon have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2011 GMC Yukon: Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin; Passenger air bag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Electrical System:Ignition; Steering:Linkages; Suspension:Rear:Axle:Spindle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 GMC Yukon?

Based on 158 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (79), Unknown Or Other (55), Structure (27).

How do I check if a recall on my 2011 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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