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2018 GMC Yukon XL recalls and problems

2 recalls and 56 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2018 GMC Yukon XL.

2
recalls
56
owner complaints
5
complaints mentioning a crash
1
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.

2018 GMC Yukon XL recalls

Power train: transfer case (4-wheel drive)

NHTSA campaign 26V289000 · reported May 7, 2026 · General Motors, LLC · 66 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with four-wheel (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and certain 2015-2020 Suburban, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Yukon, Yukon XL, and Tahoe vehicles. A component missing from the drivetrain transfer case may cause the front and/or rear wheels to lock up without warning to the driver.
The risk
Front or rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transfer case assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262557620. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 7, 2026.

Seat belts: rear/other

NHTSA campaign 18V673000 · reported September 26, 2018 · General Motors LLC · 15,800 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Cadillac CT6, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Volt, and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. Certain second-row or third-row rear seatbelts retractor assemblies may not automatically lock when the seatbelt is fully pulled out of the retractor, possibly preventing a child seat from being properly secured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk
If the child seat is not properly secured in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seatbelt retractors and replace them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18315.

Most reported problems

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

What owners report

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

Oct 21, 2026 · Engine

I was driving and the Engine light started blinking. the car started to lose power. i had to pull off the road. the blinking stopped and then i was able to get home. I had it towed to the dealership, where they told me this was a known issue with the AFM valve train system. this is a known issue and I was not made…

Oct 15, 2026 · Electrical system

Body control Module failed causing the vehicle to lose all power. Battery shorted out to 6 volts. Required a tow.

Oct 13, 2026 · Engine

Replaced the transmission two times at about $14,000. Need a new motor with an estimated replacement of $10,000.

Sep 17, 2026 · Engine

Low Engine Oil Pressure with Engine making noise. Cut open oil filter and found excessive metal. Original Engine was replaced in January 2022 by Group 1 (former Beck and Masten GMC-North in Houston, TX) due to valve lifter failure.

Jul 22, 2026 · Power train

transmission gave out while driving on the road at 50 mph

Yukon XL model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2015 230863
2016 320272
2017 114770
2018 25651
2019 26840
2020 24721
2021 1222921

Across all years, the 2015 Yukon XL has the most complaints (308). All GMC Yukon XL years →

Questions

Does the 2018 GMC Yukon XL have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 GMC Yukon XL, the most recent reported on May 7, 2026 (Power train: transfer case (4-wheel drive)). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 GMC Yukon XL?
Owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (16 complaints), followed by unknown or other (11).
How many 2018 GMC Yukon XL complaints mention a crash or fire?
5 of 56 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 8 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 21, 2026.