Does the 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500, the most recent reported on June 28, 2011 (Steering: linkages). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500?

Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (7 complaints), followed by air bags (3).

How many 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 12 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 12 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500 recalls

Steering: linkages

NHTSA campaign 11V339000 · reported June 28, 2011 · GENERAL MOTORS LLC · 739 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Gm is recalling certain model year 2011cadillac escalade, escalade esv; chevrolet silverado hd, silverado ld, suburban, tahoe; and gmc sierra hd, sierra ld, yukon, and yukon xl vehicles. The intermediate steering shaft attaching bolts may not have been tightened to the proper specification.
The risk: This could allow the joints to separate, and the driver could experience loss of steering increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Gm dealers will inspect and ensure that the intermediate steering shaft bolts are tightened to the proper specification. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about july 13, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-800-458-8006, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and gmc at 1-866-996-9463.

Suspension: rear, axle, spindle

NHTSA campaign 11V007000 · reported January 6, 2011 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 30,566 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche, colorado, express, silverado, suburban, tahoe; and gmc canyon, sierra, savana, yukon and yukon xl vehicles. The rear axle cross pins were not properly heat treated and could fracture and become displaced within the rear axle. Should the pin shift out of position, it could create an interference condition and cause the rear axle to lock.
The risk: The driver may not be able to maintain directional control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.
The fix: Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Unknown or other7
Air bags3
Structure3
Electrical system2
Power train1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Mar 10, 2022 · Air bags
Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer…

Jul 2, 2019 · Air bags · 59,276 miles
DASH BOARD PANEL HAS CRACKED OPEN FOR UNKNOWN REASONS CAUSING A SAFETY CONCERN WITH SHARP EDGES AND OPENINGS THAT ALLOW OPPORTUNITIES FOR FOREIGN OBJECTS/ITEMS TO ENTER VEHICLE CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTATION PANELS. PASSENGER AIR BAG AT DASH BOARD SEEMS DEFECTIVE DUE TO CRACKED DASH BOARD PANELS AND ASSOCIATED TRIM…

Jun 1, 2018 · Unknown or other
MY DASH IS CRACKED ABOVE THE INSTRUMENT GAUGES AND IF THE AIR BAG DEPLOYS THIS WILL HAVE DASH BOARD PIECES FLYING IN THE CABIN DUE TO THE CRACKS

May 3, 2018 · Unknown or other · 32,300 miles
DASH IS CRACKING OVER INSTRUMENTS AND IT IS CRACKING MORE AND MORE EVERY DAY IF AIR BAG DEPLOY TIT WILL SEND DASH FRAGMENTS INTO THE FRONT 2 PASSENGERS FACE . THIS IS HAPPENING TO THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE WITH THE SAME CAR . THIS IS OBVIOUSLY A DEFECT FOR GENERAL MOTORS.

Mar 26, 2018 · Unknown or other
DASHBOARD CRACK

Yukon XL 1500 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2008	0	18
2009	0	11
2010	0	8
2011	2	12
2012	0	5

Across all years, the 2003 Yukon XL 1500 has the most complaints (63). All GMC Yukon XL 1500 years →

Questions

Does the 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500, the most recent reported on June 28, 2011 (Steering: linkages). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500?: Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (7 complaints), followed by air bags (3).
How many 2011 GMC Yukon XL 1500 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 12 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received March 10, 2022.