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2019 GMC Yukon XL engine problems

The 2019 GMC Yukon XL has 35 engine complaints filed with NHTSA — 44% of the year's total, and up sharply from the prior model year.

35

Engine complaints

44%

Share of year

0

Crash-involved

0

Related recalls

Engine complaints by year

What owners report

Engine Knock, possible piston rods bent. oil in cylinder. cylinder has not enough compression. No safety issues, was able to drive to mechanic without harming myself or others. this is the second vehicle in my family to have lifter or rods issues leading to major engine work. Check engine light…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · August 18, 2025

Common questions

How many engine complaints does the 2019 GMC Yukon XL have?

NHTSA has 35 complaints about the 2019 GMC Yukon XL engine — 44% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.