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#BS-2018-GMCYUK-11852018 GMC YukonProblems, Recalls & Reliability
Based on reports from 96 owners and 3 recalls for this exact model.
Data updated ·checked October 30, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026
Preliminary Verdict
Proceed with Caution
Based on 96 complaints, 4 crashes, 0 fires, and 3 recalls.
Top reported problems
electric running boards failing
6 complaints • Severity 8/10
ac condenser cracked
4 complaints • Severity 8/10
passenger side electric running board didnt lower
2 complaints • Severity 8/10
paint peeling
2 complaints • Severity 9/10
severely oxidized paint
2 complaints • Severity 10/10
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Mechanic Inspection Checklist
27 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 54K miles.
Failure Timeline by Mileage
Peak failure range: 30–60K miles (12 reports) • Median: 54K miles
30,000-Mile Cost Projection
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Worst Case
Top cost driver: Engine (27 reports).
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Where the complaints fall
2018 GMC Yukon: Known Issues & Problem Areas
Engine Issues
Engine complaints account for 28% of all reports filed for the 2018 GMC Yukon, with 27 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 54,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 54K-mile mark.
Drivetrain Issues
Drivetrain complaints account for 19% of all reports filed for the 2018 GMC Yukon, with 18 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Suspension Issues
Suspension complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 2018 GMC Yukon, with 8 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to suspension-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Brakes Issues
Brakes complaints account for 5% of all reports filed for the 2018 GMC Yukon, with 5 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to brakes-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.
Complaint trend by year
Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2018 GMC Yukon. Recent trend: decreasing.
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Recall History (3 recalls)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
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.
SERVICE BRAKES
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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon vehicles equipped with either a 5.3L or 6.2L V8 engine. The output of the mechanical vacuum pump can decrease over time, decreasing the amount of vacuum/power brake assist.
Recall severity analysis & seller scripts
The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
2018 GMC Yukon NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall
★★★★★4 of 5 stars
Frontal crash
★★★★★5 of 5 stars
Side crash
★★★★★5 of 5 stars
Rollover
★★★★★3 of 5 stars
From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.
The worst model year for the GMC Yukon is the 2015 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.
2018 GMC Yukon vs. Class Average (Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)
This vehicle
96
Class avg
263
Below the class average — fewer complaints than typical standard sport utility vehicle 2wd vehicles. A good sign.
Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.
About this data
NHTSA Complaints
Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 96 records for this vehicle.
NHTSA Recalls
Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 3 recalls found for this vehicle.
Repair Cost Data
Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.
Last updated (checked October 30, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.
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