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Buying a used 2023 GMC Yukon XL? Check these 4 recalls first
Three high-severity recalls stand out: rear suspension bolts that can break, a missing brake fluid level warning, and possible 6.2L V8 engine failure, plus a lower-severity daytime running light issue. None requires parking outside or stopping driving. Engine is again the leading complaint category — 142 of 211 unverified NHTSA owner complaints — followed by powertrain and electrical. Those reports include 2 crashes and 13 injuries, the highest injury count among these Yukon XL years.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Have the rear suspension bolts inspected and confirm the recall repair was done
- Confirm the brake fluid warning software update was applied
- Ask if the truck has the 6.2L V8 and whether any engine work has been performed
- Open recalls are repaired free at any GMC dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2023 GMC Yukon XL
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Cadillac Escalade, Tahoe and Yukon rear suspension bolts break | Suspension | high |
| Chevy, GMC and Cadillac trucks miss brake fluid warning | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | high |
| Chevrolet, GMC and Cadillac 6.2L V8 engines may fail | Engine And Engine Cooling | high |
| Buick, Cadillac, Chevy, GMC: Daytime Running Lights Stay On | Exterior Lighting | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
211 complaints filed for this model year, including 2 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 13 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 153 | Yes |
| Power Train | 37 | None found |
| Electrical System | 35 | None found |
| Fuel System | 20 | None found |
| Brakes | 10 | Yes |
| Driver Assistance | 9 | None found |