2015 GMC Yukon reliability

Is it reliable?

Owners have filed 529 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 GMC Yukon over 12 years — 23 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Yukon years here — over the median of the other years, which is 8. NHTSA has 10 recalls on file, including Wheel speed sensor, Vacuum, and Electric power steering.

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Complaints

529

Per year

Recalls

Years on the road

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Exterior lighting (269 of 529), then Service brakes (85) and Electrical system (79). Those filings include 9 that report a crash, 4 that report a fire, and 7 that report an injury.

Next to 2014 and 2016

The 2014 Yukon has 56 complaints, 1 per year, and the 2016 has 267 complaints, 12 per year. The 2015 has more complaints per year than the 2014. The 2015 has more complaints per year than the 2016.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2015 GMC Yukon. How we count. Data as of 2026-10-16.

Recalls (10)

Recall hydraulic brakes, antilock and traction control, wheel speed sensor 2019-10-24 · NHTSA campaign 19V761000

Summary 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.

Remedy 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.

Recall hydraulic brakes, power assist, vacuum 2019-09-06 · NHTSA campaign 19V645000

Summary 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.

Remedy 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.

Recall Electric power steering 2018-09-07 · NHTSA campaign 18V586000

Summary General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe and Suburban, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon, and Cadillac Escalade vehicles. Electric power steering (EPS) assist may be lost momentarily, followed by a sudden return of EPS assist.

Remedy GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the EPS module software, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18289.

Recall air bags, frontal 2017-07-10 · NHTSA campaign 17V437000

Summary General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles, and 2015-2017 GMC Sierra HD 2500 and 3500 vehicles. While being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition. Without the update, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.

Remedy GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, 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 17287.

Recall air bags, frontal 2016-09-08 · NHTSA campaign 16V651000

Summary General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.

Remedy GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, 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 16007.

Recall Electric power steering 2014-11-10 · NHTSA campaign 14V719000

Summary General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra, and Yukon XL vehicles, equipped with electric power steering (EPS). Due to a problem with the EPS module, the affected vehicles may experience a sudden loss of power steering assist during vehicle operation.

Remedy GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering assist motor kit, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14743.

Recall air bags, side and window 2014-07-23 · NHTSA campaign 14V451000

Summary General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Suburban, Suburban LTZ, Tahoe, Tahoe LTZ, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL Denali vehicles manufactured on May 13, 2014. The affected vehicles were assembled with a roof rail air bags (RRAB) that were not reinforced at the points were the bags contact the hardware used to attach the roof carrier.

Remedy GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the roof carrier attaching hardware, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early September 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet) or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14359.

Recall powertrain, transfer case 2014-06-27 · NHTSA campaign 14V374000

Summary General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra vehicles, and model year 2015 GMC Yukon and Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. In the affected vehicles, an electrical signal short may cause the transfer case to shift to neutral without the driver's input.

Remedy GM will notify owners, and dealers will re-program the software in the transfer case control module, free of charge. The recall began in early August 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14192.

Recall powertrain, automatic transmission, cooling unit and lines 2014-03-31 · NHTSA campaign 14V152000

Summary General Motors LLC (GM ) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Silverado Light Duty Regular Cab, Double Cab, and Crew Cab 1500 series and model year 2015 Suburban and Tahoe; GMC model year 2014 Sierra Regular Cab, Double Cab, and Crew Cab 1500 Series and model year 2015 Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (feature code MYC). The subject vehicles may have a transmission oil cooler line that is not securely seated in the fitting.

Remedy GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission oil cooler line connection and repair the vehicles, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on May 19, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-866-694-6546 or GMC owners may contact GMC at 1-866-996-9463. GM's number for this recall is 14121.

Recall engine and cooling, exhaust system 2014-01-13 · NHTSA campaign 14V007000

Summary General Motors is recalling certain 2014 model year Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, and 2015 model year Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV; Chevrolet Silverado HD; and GMC Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL, equipped with a 4.3L engine or 5.3L engine.

Remedy General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the engine control module, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC at 1-800-462-8782. General Motors' number for this recall is 14008.

Complaints by component (529 total)

Exterior lighting

269

Service brakes

Electrical system

Powertrain

Steering

Engine

Structure

Suspension

Fuel and propulsion system

Air bags

Electronic stability control (ESC)

Seat belts

Seats

Back-over prevention

Hydraulic brakes

Visibility

Speed control

Equipment

Fuel system, gasoline

Tires

Visibility and wipers

Wheels

Adaptive and mobility equipment

Chest clip, buckle, and harness

Child seat

Engine and engine cooling

Forward collision avoidance

Latches, locks, and linkages

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Crash-flagged

Fire-flagged

Injury reports

Death reports

Complaints filed per year

Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings

"The vehicle developed a recurring cylinder #4 misfire with a flashing check-engine light, rough running, and reduced performance. Diagnostic code P0304 repeatedly returned. Replacing the #4 spark plug temporarily…"
Engine · filed 2026-09-22
"While traveling at highway speeds on Interstate 5 in Oregon, my 2015 GMC Yukon Denali experienced a sudden, catastrophic engine failure with zero advance warning. The vehicle instantly lost almost all propulsion and…"
Engine, Fuel and propulsion system · filed 2026-05-23
"My 6 year old son and I were coming down the road and came up on 2 deer and I was coming up on a sharp curve and when I hit my brakes my steering wheel LOCKED up completely and the steering wheel is so bent where I…"
Steering, Air bags, Service brakes · filed 2026-05-05
"The contact owns a 2015 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the rear brakes became inoperable, causing the steering wheel to seize, with no warning lights illuminated. Due to the failure, the…"
Hydraulic brakes, Air bags · filed 2026-05-04
"There is a recall on my 2015 GMC Yukon, that I am not the original owner of. The recall is for the brake booster and says that it expired. I have had the car checked by two different shops (both confirmed it was this),…"
Service brakes · filed 2026-04-23

NHTSA crash ratings

Version	Overall	Front	Side	Rollover
2015 GMC Yukon Denali SUV 4WD	4 stars	5 stars	5 stars	3 stars
2015 GMC Yukon Denali SUV RWD	4 stars	5 stars	5 stars	3 stars
2015 GMC Yukon Denali XL 1500 SUV 4WD	4 stars	4 stars	5 stars	3 stars
2015 GMC Yukon Denali XL 1500 SUV RWD	4 stars	4 stars	5 stars	3 stars
2015 GMC Yukon SUV 4WD	4 stars	5 stars	5 stars	3 stars
2015 GMC Yukon SUV RWD	4 stars	5 stars	5 stars	3 stars

Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.

Fuel economy

Trim	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City	Hwy	Combined	Annual fuel cost
Yukon C1500 two-wheel drive	6.2L, 8-cyl	Automatic 6-speed	Rear-wheel drive	15	21	17 MPG	$3800
Yukon C1500 two-wheel drive	5.3L, 8-cyl	Automatic 6-speed	Rear-wheel drive	16	23	18 MPG	$3600
Yukon C1500 two-wheel drive	5.3L, 8-cyl	Automatic 6-speed	Rear-wheel drive	16	23	18 MPG	$3600
Yukon C1500 two-wheel drive	6.2L, 8-cyl	Automatic 8-speed	Rear-wheel drive	15	22	17 MPG	$3800
Yukon C1500 XL two-wheel drive	6.2L, 8-cyl	Automatic 8-speed	Rear-wheel drive	15	22	17 MPG	$3800
Yukon C1500 XL two-wheel drive	5.3L, 8-cyl	Automatic 6-speed	Rear-wheel drive	16	23	18 MPG	$3600
Yukon C1500 XL two-wheel drive	6.2L, 8-cyl	Automatic 6-speed	Rear-wheel drive	15	21	17 MPG	$3800
Yukon C1500 XL two-wheel drive	5.3L, 8-cyl	Automatic 6-speed	Rear-wheel drive	16	23	18 MPG	$3600
Yukon K1500 four-wheel drive	6.2L, 8-cyl	Automatic 6-speed	Four-wheel drive	14	21	16 MPG	$4050
Yukon K1500 four-wheel drive	5.3L, 8-cyl	Automatic 6-speed	Four-wheel drive	16	22	18 MPG	$3600
Yukon K1500 four-wheel drive	6.2L, 8-cyl	Automatic 8-speed	Four-wheel drive	15	21	17 MPG	$3800
Yukon K1500 four-wheel drive	5.3L, 8-cyl	Automatic 6-speed	Four-wheel drive	16	22	18 MPG	$3600
Yukon K1500 XL four-wheel drive	6.2L, 8-cyl	Automatic 8-speed	Four-wheel drive	14	20	17 MPG	$3800
Yukon K1500 XL four-wheel drive	6.2L, 8-cyl	Automatic 6-speed	Four-wheel drive	14	20	16 MPG	$4050
Yukon K1500 XL four-wheel drive	5.3L, 8-cyl	Automatic 6-speed	Four-wheel drive	15	22	18 MPG	$3600
Yukon K1500 XL four-wheel drive	5.3L, 8-cyl	Automatic 6-speed	Four-wheel drive	15	22	18 MPG	$3600

Specs and fitment

K2XX refresh, 2015–2020

Body styles SUV

Oil dexos1 5W-30 (V8 per manual) , 8 qt capacity

Tire size 275/55R20, 285/45R22, 265/65R18 (trim dependent)

Towing capacity 8,500 lbs

Known issues for this generation

NHTSA safety recall 21V115000 covers affected vehicles after the agency found that 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. 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. When NHTSA lists multiple GM nameplates in one campaign, the published unit count is shared across them.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2015 GMC Yukon reliable?

What are common problems with a 2015 GMC Yukon?

Is the 2015 GMC Yukon more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2014 Yukon has 56 complaints, 1 per year, and the 2016 has 267 complaints, 12 per year. The 2015 has more complaints per year than the 2014. The 2015 has more complaints per year than the 2016.

Has the 2015 GMC Yukon been recalled?

The 2015 GMC Yukon has 10 recalls on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2015 GMC Yukon?

Owners have filed 529 complaints about the 2015 GMC Yukon with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2015 GMC Yukon get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2015 GMC Yukon is 17.4 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.

What engine oil does a GMC Yukon use?

US Yukon manuals specify dexos-approved oil for your engine in the maintenance schedule.

What does NHTSA recall 13V-342 cover on the GMC Yukon?

NHTSA safety recall 13V342000 covers affected vehicles after the agency found that general Motors is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Suburban vehicles manufactured July 9, 2013, through July 22, 2013; and 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles manufactured July 16, 2013,…

What generation is the 2013 GMC Yukon?

K2XX generation (2012-2014).