GradeGMC Yukon Reliability Grade
Below-average reliability
Grade a specific GMC Yukon
Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.
The GMC Yukon earns a C- overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a C for its engine and a C- for its transmission. It ranks 5th of 6 full-size SUVs we grade. Both its engine (C) and transmission (C-) grade poorly, so a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic is a must. Grades are based on 3,838 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
GMC Yukon reliability by year
Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.
Best years: 2006, 2012, 2013 and 2014
Years to avoid: 2015 (transmission slipping / rough shifting), 2021 (engine failure / knocking) and 2022–2023 (stalling / loss of power)
Faded years are recent, so fewer complaints have come in. Their grades may change.
How long does the GMC Yukon last?
A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.
GMC Yukon vs. other full-size SUVs
| Model | Engine | Trans. | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Sequoia | A | A | A |
| Chevrolet Tahoe | B | C+ | B- |
| Chevrolet Suburban | C+ | C- | C |
| Cadillac Escalade | C- | C | C |
| GMC Yukon | C | C- | C- |
| Ford Expedition | C | D | D |
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Is the GMC Yukon reliable?
Below-average reliability. The GMC Yukon earns a C- overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a C for its engine and a C- for its transmission. It ranks 5th of 6 full-size SUVs we grade. Both its engine (C) and transmission (C-) grade poorly, so a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic is a must. Grades are based on 3,838 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
How many miles will a GMC Yukon last?
We estimate a well-maintained GMC Yukon lasts around 270,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.
What are the best years for the GMC Yukon?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable GMC Yukon model years are 2006, 2012, 2013 and 2014.
What GMC Yukon years should I avoid?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the GMC Yukon years to be most careful with are 2015, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The 2015 grades an F overall (engine C, transmission D), and its top engine/transmission problem is transmission slipping / rough shifting, which a recall covers. The 2021 grades an F overall (engine F, transmission F), and its top engine/transmission problem is engine failure / knocking, which a recall covers.
Is the GMC Yukon transmission reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the GMC Yukon transmission a C- (below-average reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.
Is the GMC Yukon engine reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the GMC Yukon engine a C (below-average reliability).