2023 GMC Yukon XL Review





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2023 GMC Yukon XL Review
What's new
- New loaded Denali Ultimate trim brushes $100K
- Super Cruise semi-automated driving system joins options list
- Automated self-parking system
- Part of the fifth Yukon generation introduced for 2021
Cost to Drive
Reliability
The 2023 GMC Yukon XL has a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic warranty and 4 recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 3 out of 5, ranks it #14 out of 16 among Fullsize SUVs. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.
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Recalls
4 recalls foundChecking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.
If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).
- Recall Number:
- 25V274000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- N252494000
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 597571
- Defect Description:
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
- Defect Consequence:
- Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install a new oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 9, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.
- Recall Number:
- 24V674000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- N242447990
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 449671
- Defect Description:
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
- Defect Consequence:
- Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.
- Recall Number:
- 23V642000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- N232415910
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 189
- Defect Description:
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The rear suspension outer control arm bolts may not have been properly heat-treated, which can cause the bolts to break.
- Defect Consequence:
- A broken suspension bolt can result in misalignment of the rear wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will replace both rear suspension outer control arm bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 6, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232415910.
- Recall Number:
- 22V903000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- N222386380
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 740108
- Defect Description:
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Defect Consequence:
- DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.
Warranty
3 years / 36,000 miles Basic Warranty- Basic Warranty
- 3 years / 36,000 miles
- Drivetrain Warranty
- 5 years / 60,000 miles
- Rust Warranty
- 6 years / 100,000 miles
- Roadside assistance Warranty
- 5 years / 60,000 miles
- Free maintenance Warranty
- 1 years / unlimited miles
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Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $60,100 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 17 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $232/month |
Seating | 8 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 41.5 cu.ft. |
rear wheel drive | |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the Yukon XL models:
- Forward Collision Alert
- Warns driver to take action to avoid colliding with a vehicle or other object in front of the SUV.
- Side Blind Zone Alert
- Warns you when other vehicles are in the left and right blind spots to prevent you from making an unsafe lane change.
- Teen Driver
- Configurable settings applied to a specific vehicle key fob for use by young drivers. Monitors their vehicle use and provides the owner with a report card.
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