2020 Gmc YUKON XL: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
45 owner complaints analyzed
2 distinct recall campaigns
86,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2020 model year. Data snapshot: . 10 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Engine is the most frequently named component, appearing in 24 of 45 complaints (53.3%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission and shifting | 12 | 26.7% |
| Steering behavior | 4 | 8.9% |
| Engine operation | 3 | 6.7% |
| Braking behavior | 3 | 6.7% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 2 | 4.4% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 2.2% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Engine | 24 |
| Power Train | 11 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
Engine: 24; Power Train: 11; Fuel/Propulsion System: 3; Service Brakes: 3; Steering: 3; Unknown Or Other: 3; Electrical System: 2; Engine And Engine Cooling: 2
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 2 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 1 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 2 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 5 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 2; 25,000 to 49,999: 1; 50,000 to 74,999: 2; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 5; 150,000 and above: 0
100,000 to 149,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (5). 35 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 3 |
| 2025 | 17 |
| 2026 | 15 |
2020: 1; 2021: 2; 2022: 2; 2023: 5; 2024: 3; 2025: 17; 2026: 15
Pattern summary
Engine leads the component reports. Transmission and shifting appears in 12 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 4 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 3 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11377586 · 2020-12-02 (December 2, 2020)
VEHICLE BRAKES WOULD NOT OPERATE PROPERLY, INCREASED BRAKING EFFORT AND MESSAGE DISPLAYED ON INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 'SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM'. THIS IS THE 4TH TIME A BEAKE ISSUE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCED WITH A GM SUBURBAN/YUKON VEHICLE. FIRST 3 WERE ON OUR 2017 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN PREMIER. ALSO, ENGINE JUST SHUTOFF IN THE MIDDLE OF A TURN LANE OF A BUSY INTERSECTION, NO OTHER SYMPTOMS SO FAR.
Owner-reported narrative. 2,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11377586 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11417456 · 2021-05-17 (May 17, 2021)
GMC SUV - Hydroplaned -- could not achieve Traction Control despite moving away from water patch.. Front Angle Crashed into Concrete Median; All Side Airbags Deployed, No Front Airbags Deployed.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11417456 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11438653 · 2021-10-29 (October 29, 2021)
The Navigation screen system is flickering and goes completely black and kept coming on and off Switching from USB to navigation to radio to home screen And sometimes affect the signal lights also when I pull out the USB under the armrest it's super Hot ... I was wondering if its a Recall also I have 2 friends having the same problems on Chevrolet suburban 2020
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11438653 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11476184 · 2022-07-27 (July 27, 2022)
The A/C unit stopped blowing cold air intermittently. I'm taking it to a mechanic to find out what's going in. It's a 2020 for goodness sake.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11476184 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11498483 · 2022-12-21 (December 21, 2022)
Ligths seal are defective Wich cause failure because humidity create corrosion on main light board and lights suddenly stop working
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Owner report 11507687 · 2023-02-16 (February 16, 2023)
The front struts are going out on these vehicles. I know of another one that had the same issue and only had 38,000 miles on there Denali. This issue makes the front of the vehicle very stiff. Which when we were on the interstate and every time we hit a bump or a bridge crossing it would almost take the steering wheel right out of your hands. I live In Minnesota, and with the weather we have here, it was a very scary drive home with my family. I took it to my certified repair shop and they told me that I’m the 3rd one that they have seen wi…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11507687 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11513372 · 2023-03-23 (March 23, 2023)
Transmission required replacing at 82,500 miles. Vehicle completely lost power during my morning commute. Thankfully, I had exited the Interstate and was on a city street with minimal traffic. Also thankful that I took and extended warranty at the time of purchase less than a year ago at 61,200 miles.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11513372 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11518863 · 2023-04-25 (April 25, 2023)
The contact owns a 2020 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the temperature gauge started rising quickly. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to park on the side of the road. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the transmission to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but continued to experience the failure. The contact took the vehicle back to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with …
Owner-reported narrative. 127,549 miles reported. Look up ODI 11518863 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
2 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
19V837000 · Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump
Reported: 2019-11-21 (November 21, 2019)
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.
Consequence: Over-pressurization can crack the fuel pump and cause leaks, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192283991.
NHTSA campaign record ↗21V115000 · Tires
Reported: 2021-02-25 (February 25, 2021)
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Consequence: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
NHTSA campaign record ↗