2013 GMC Yukon Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2013 GMC Yukon has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 117 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 3 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (52 reports).

4Recalls
117Owner complaints
4Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2013 GMC Yukon recalls

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.

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

Recall 14V614Oct 1, 2014106,307 vehicles affected

Most common 2013 GMC Yukon problems

Problem areas named in the 117 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Unknown Or Other52
Air Bags32
Structure22
Electrical System10
Engine10
Power Train5
Steering4
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Latches/Locks/Linkages2
Service Brakes2

What owners report

2026-07-09, Electrical System
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 GMC Yukon. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was an independent dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 92,000; however, a diagnostic report at O'Reilly's listed mileage as 172,000.
2026-02-20, Power Train
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. The vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the dealer stated that
2025-10-11, Unknown Or Other
Steering wheel will not lock when in park and the vehicle is turned off. This is referring to the Steering/Shifter Recall (13V-001).
2025-10-02, Electrical System
Odometer Fraud. The contact owned a 2013 GMC Yukon. The contact sold a vehicle to an independent company, Pedal.com; however, was advised that the vehicle was sold to an individual and the odometer appeared to be altered. The contact stated that another individual discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was an independent dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 119,000. It was later discovered that the mileage was 273,000.
2025-07-03, Engine
Vehicle equipped with 6.2l v8 engine. Have been experiencing hesitation upon acceleration, decrease in power/reduced performance, trouble starting, abnormal shifting (particularly from 2nd to 3rd and 3rd to 4th gear) for about two months. On two separate occassions(once about 1yr ago and the second time about a week ago) during normal use of the vehicle, the car started to shudder and the CEL began flashing. Both times I immediately pulled over and shut off the vehicle. Fluids were good, car has never overheated, regular maintenance has been performed as well. When I turned the car back on, the light was off and didn't show any signs that there was an issue. Two days ago during normal use of

2013 GMC Yukon questions

Does the 2013 GMC Yukon have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2013 GMC Yukon: Passenger Front Air Bag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Passenger air bag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Electrical System; Power Train:Automatic Transmission; Steering:Column Locking:Anti-Theft Device. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 GMC Yukon?

Based on 117 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (52), Air Bags (32), Structure (22).

How do I check if a recall on my 2013 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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