2021 GMC Yukon vs 2021 Lincoln Navigator
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 | 2021 GMC Yukon | 2021 Lincoln Navigator |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 299 | 31 |
| Recall campaigns | 13 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,234 | 145 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–23 | 17–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 63,500 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Yukon | Lincoln Navigator |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 158 | 7 |
| Power Train | 48 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 40 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 30 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 26 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 18 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 18 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 12 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 39 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 28 | 0 |
| Stalling | 27 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 24 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 15 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 11 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 7 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 5 | 0 |
2021 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.