2021 GMC Yukon steering problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2021 GMC Yukon — 4% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The power steering went out. The dealership said it's the rack and pinion. This part is not available anywhere in the United States. I have been waiting over 3 weeks. I feel the part is unavailable as there is an issue with the rack and pinion and others who have the same vehicle ran into the same…”
filed Jul 23, 2026
“After noticing a "groaning/moaning" sound from the vehicle when turning sharp at low speeds the vehicle was brought into a dealership to be inspected. After inspection, the mechanic stated that the sound is coming from the rear differential and that it would need to be flushed/cleaned up to three…”
filed Dec 16, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- A software issue may cause a loss of power steering assist at startup or while drivingCampaign 21V455000 · Jun 17, 2021
Steering problems in other Yukon years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Yukon | 2 | 4% |
| 2024 Yukon | 2 | 2% |
| 2023 Yukon | 5 | 2% |
| 2022 Yukon | 6 | 4% |
| 2019 Yukon | 4 | 8% |
| 2018 Yukon | 4 | 6% |
| 2017 Yukon | 2 | 1% |
| 2016 Yukon | 10 | 4% |
| 2015 Yukon | 34 | 6% |
| 2014 Yukon | 3 | 5% |
| 2013 Yukon | 4 | 3% |
| 2011 Yukon | 2 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2021 GMC Yukon
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.