Does the 2018 GMC Yukon have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 GMC Yukon, the most recent reported on October 1, 2020 (Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 GMC Yukon?

Owners have filed 70 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (27 complaints), followed by power train (18).

How many 2018 GMC Yukon complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 70 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2018 GMC Yukon recalls and problems

3 recalls and 70 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2018 GMC Yukon.

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.

2018 GMC Yukon recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum

NHTSA campaign 20V603000 · reported October 1, 2020 · General Motors LLC · 14,620 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon vehicles equipped with either a 5.3L or 6.2L V8 engine. The output of the mechanical vacuum pump can decrease over time, decreasing the amount of vacuum/power brake assist.
The risk: A decrease in brake assist can increase the brake pedal effort and distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438. GM's number for this recall is N202300860.

Service brakes · Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, wheel speed sensor/tone ring · Electronic stability control (ESC)

NHTSA campaign 19V761000 · reported October 24, 2019 · General Motors LLC · 652,967 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.
The risk: Unintended activation of the driveline-protection system will cause unintended braking on the wheel on the opposite side of the failed sensor, causing the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192261050.

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum

NHTSA campaign 19V645000 · reported September 6, 2019 · General Motors LLC · 3,456,719 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.
The risk: As the vacuum level drops, the brake assist decreases, increasing braking effort, extending the distance required to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192268490.

Most reported problems

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

Engine27
Power train18
Suspension8
Unknown or other8
Service brakes5
Electrical system4
Steering4
Air bags3
Vehicle speed control3
Exterior lighting2

What owners report

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

Oct 13, 2026 · Electrical system · 160,000 miles
Odometer Fraud. The contact owns a 2018 GMC Yukon. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 72,499. After three months, the vehicle experienced an engine failure, and a worker at a third-party automotive parts distributor…

May 13, 2026 · Engine
I started my vehicle and as I accelerated I started to hear a knocking noise. The vehicle and engine have been inspected by the dealership. The problem has also been confirmed by the dealership.There were no warning lights or messages before the knocking noise started.

Apr 13, 2026 · Engine
The 2018 Yukon has been at the dealership several timeswaiting for a valve body for the transmission. There are valve body recalls for other year GM vehicles with the same transmission, but not for the 2018 model even though it appears to be the same part number. I don’t understand how this 2018 model apart of the…

Apr 3, 2026 · Engine and engine cooling · 128,640 miles
The contact owns a 2018 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local dealer for service, and the contact was informed that the radiator was leaking and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that there were no signs of a leak prior to taking the vehicle for service. The contact was advised by…

Mar 29, 2026 · Power train
I purchased my used GMC YUKON from a used car dealership 3/28/26. I signed the papers for the agreement while I was driving the vechicle home I lost power and it wouldn't go forward with gas applied. The check engine light came on, I pulled the suv over and it was towed. The code that popped up 0700 and 02723 both…

Yukon model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2015	10	529	9	4
2016	5	270	4	0
2017	3	196	10	1
2018	3	70	2	0
2019	2	55	0	1
2020	4	37	0	0
2021	13	343	9	0

Across all years, the 2015 Yukon has the most complaints (529). All GMC Yukon years →

Questions

Does the 2018 GMC Yukon have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 GMC Yukon, the most recent reported on October 1, 2020 (Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 GMC Yukon?: Owners have filed 70 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (27 complaints), followed by power train (18).
How many 2018 GMC Yukon complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 70 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 2 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 13, 2026.