2016 GMC Yukon vs 2017 GMC Yukon
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 GMC Yukon | 2017 GMC Yukon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 265 | 196 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,700 | 1,417 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 55,000 mi | 54,285 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Yukon | GMC Yukon |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 104 | 49 |
| Service Brakes | 52 | 41 |
| Power Train | 34 | 48 |
| Electrical System | 53 | 21 |
| Engine | 33 | 33 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 10 |
| Suspension | 7 | 10 |
| Steering | 10 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 26 | 13 |
| Check engine light | 12 | 6 |
| Stalling | 11 | 7 |
| Shifting problems | 8 | 11 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 8 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 7 |
2016 GMC Yukon
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.