2025 GMC Yukon engine problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Sep 29, 2026PAEngine

   Engine failure at 20,959 miles (GM 6.2L V8). Sudden knocking noise. I heard noise at idle, accelerating, and decelerating. Sounds increased in volume / frequency within a 24hr period and driving it only a few miles. GM dealer verified engine failure and is ordering a replacement under warranty.

   NHTSA complaint #11767907 · source
2. Filed Sep 21, 2026375 miMIEngine

   The contact owns a 2025 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle started shuddering. The failure was a recurring failure. The dealer was contacted in person, and the failure was associated with the dynamic fuel management system. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 375.

   NHTSA complaint #11765812 · source
3. Filed Aug 28, 202633,018 miIDTowedEngine

   The contact owns a 2025 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine, radiator, and an unknown belt needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. While driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the engine seized upon arriving at the dealer location. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11760299 · source
4. Filed Aug 27, 2026TXEngine

   As my wife was driven she heard some noise and notice she was losing power. She pull off the side of the road and the car shut off. Could not restart. This happen about 11:30 am on 8/14/26 Got towed to Salida Dealer called Faricy GMC about 3:30 pm. Dealer said it was a complete engine failure and engine needed to be replaced.

   NHTSA complaint #11759923 · source
5. Filed Aug 23, 2026GAEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Vehicle loss of power on the Interstate at a high rate of speed. Vehicle would not start and could not be put in Neutral to safely remove from road.

   NHTSA complaint #11758878 · source
6. Filed Jul 31, 2026MSElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   GM performed a vehicle wide Over the Air reprogramming of the modules incorporated in the VIP/Global B electronics platform in April, 2026. Following that my vehicle became totally dead. Key fob would not unlock the vehicle. Had to use the metal key, open the drivers door. Opened the door, nothing moved. No lights, no movement from anything on the vehicle. Opened the hood, charged the battery and tried to crank it. Would not budge. Starter would not engage. Disconnected the…

   NHTSA complaint #11754040 · source
7. Filed Apr 8, 2026TXEngine

   My engine completely failed on March 19, 2026 and it is currently at Sterling GMC in Bryan Texas waiting for a backorder engine as it needs to be completely replaced

   NHTSA complaint #11729983 · source
8. Filed Mar 22, 2026AZEngine

   Engine failure while driving at 60mph that started with a loud knocking sound to eventual engine failure where it wouldnt turn over. Vehicle has 9600 miles and has had issues since day one of leaving lot requiring fuel injector, intake manifold gasket, lifter and rod with last fix being new coil and spark plug that supposedly fixed issue. The most recent engine failure put my family and kids in danager given 100 degree weather in middle of desert on a small highway with very…

   NHTSA complaint #11726211 · source
9. Filed Mar 16, 2026NCAirbagsDriver Assistance & Safety TechEngine

   Purchased new August 29, 2025 On 12/3/25- Mileage 4495. Took vehicle in for first maintenance service. Tire rotation and oil change. On 1/7/26- Reported grinding noise we had began noticing when starting vehicle. Engine light Service ESC. Service Traction control. Reported to Ben Mynatt GM. On 1/8/26 Mileage 7120- Took Yukon in for service due to grinding noise. Due for 6 module updates and 3 stand alone updates. On 2/16/26 Noticed ticking noise when heat in on high.…

   NHTSA complaint #11724693 · source
10. Filed Mar 7, 2026NVEngine

    Vehicle went into limp mode while driving on the highway. Onstar said it was the transmission. Checked the oil and smoke was billowing out of the dip stick and there was no oil. None of the sensors indicated that there was low oil. After sitting and waiting for a tow truck rechecked the oil with the dipstick and there was oil in it. Now requires a new engine.

    NHTSA complaint #11722657 · source
11. Filed Feb 24, 20268,837 miNCEngine

    The contact owns a 2025 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly went into LIMP Mode with a limited speed availability message displayed. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the…

    NHTSA complaint #11720219 · source
12. Filed Feb 9, 2026NVEngine

    The 3.0L diesel motor failed around 5700 miles. The thrust bearing failed and the engine and the turbo needed to be replaced.

    NHTSA complaint #11716889 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology