2017 GMC Yukon problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 253 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.9 times the median Yukon year — the 2017 model ranks #8 of 37 Yukon years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across lighting (49), transmission (47), and brakes (45), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

253

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2017 compare to other Yukon years?

Yukon NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2017 GMC Yukon problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Lighting	49	19%	▼ down
Transmission	47	19%	▲ up
Brakes	45	18%	— flat
Engine	33	13%	— flat
Other	22	9%	▼ down
Electrical System	21	8%	▼ down
Suspension	10	4%	▲ up
Fuel System	9	4%	▲ up
Driver Assistance	4	2%	▼ down
Speed Control	3	1%	▼ down
Tires & Wheels	3	1%	▲ up
Airbags	2	1%	▼ down
Steering	2	1%	▼ down
Visibility & Wipers	1	0%	▼ down
Seats	1	0%	— flat
Body & Structure	1	0%	▼ down

Does the 2017 GMC Yukon have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

19V761000BrakesOctober 24, 2019 · 652,967 units

Defect

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.

Consequence

Unintended activation of the driveline-protection system will cause unintended braking on the wheel on the opposite side of the failed sensor, causing the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192261050.

19V645000BrakesSeptember 6, 2019 · 3,456,719 units

Defect

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.

Consequence

As the vacuum level drops, the brake assist decreases, increasing braking effort, extending the distance required to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192268490.

16V651000Seat BeltsSeptember 8, 2016 · 3,640,162 units

Defect

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.

Consequence

A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 16007.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“THE GMC YUKON MODELS IN ALL TRIMS, HAVE FAULTY LED STRIPS THAT CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO FAIL ON THE LEFT, AND RIGHT BRAKE LIGHT ASSEMBLY. THE FRUSTRATING PART IS IT WORKS INTERMITTENTLY, AND WHEN IT'S OFF A SLIGHT TAP WILL MOMENTARILY BRING IT BACK ON FOR THE DURATION OF THE JOLT. THIS LEADS ME TO…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · October 2, 2019 · crash

“Tranny failed at 92k miles even though properly maintained. Since new tranny installed by dealer (out of pocket cost) had to return due to tranny slipping into neutral when driving highway speeds and taking foot off gas. Dealer performed TCM and ECM flash updates. Cost out of pocket for…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · January 28, 2024

“WHEN DRIVING OCCASIONALLY YOU HAVE TO PUSH REALLY HARD ON THE BRAKES TO STOP. 9/10 TIMES BRAKES WORK NORMAL BUT ONCE IN A WHILE YOU HAVE TO PRESS VERY HARD TO STOP. WAS PULLING INTO MY DRIVEWAY AT A VERY LOW SPEED BRAKES WERE HARD TO PRESS AND RAN INTO THE WALL OF THE GARAGE. BROUGHT TO THE DEALER…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · April 14, 2018 · crash

“High pressure fuel pump regulator failed and cause gas leaking, reduced engine power and gas smell coming back in vehicle. It was also blowing out white smoke. It had delayed ignition starting. The engine light did come on. Several makes and models of GMC has had recalls for this problem. The 2017…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 13, 2025

“VEHICLE FIRE. INVESTIGATION REVEALED POINT OF ORIGIN WAS IN LEFT REAR TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY. CAUSE DETERMINED TO BE AN ELECTRICAL FAILURE. VEHICLE WAS STATION, HAD NOT BEEN DRIVEN AND WAS PARKED IN ATTACHED RESIDENTIAL GARAGE. FIRE DESTROYED VEHICLE AND EXTENDED TO RESIDENCE. THIS REPORT IS BEING…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · March 9, 2018 · fire

2017 GMC Yukon — common questions

Is the 2017 GMC Yukon reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 253 complaints put the 2017 model at #8 of 37 Yukon years. It is one of the Yukon years to avoid.

What are the most common 2017 Yukon problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are lighting (49 complaints), transmission (47 complaints), brakes (45 complaints).

Does the 2017 GMC Yukon have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2017 GMC Yukon. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which GMC Yukon years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Yukon years to avoid are 2015, 2007, 2021, 2016, 2023, 1999, 2001, 2017, 2003, 2008, 2022, 2011, 2010, 2013, 2024, 2009, 2012, 2014. The cleanest record among Yukon years belongs to 1987.

How safe is the 2017 GMC Yukon?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2017 GMC Yukon earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2017 compare to other Yukon years?

What are the most common 2017 GMC Yukon problems?

Does the 2017 GMC Yukon have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2017 GMC Yukon — common questions

Is the 2017 GMC Yukon reliable?

What are the most common 2017 Yukon problems?

Does the 2017 GMC Yukon have recalls?

Which GMC Yukon years should you avoid?

How safe is the 2017 GMC Yukon?

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