GMC Yukon problems
772 owners have filed defect reports on this one. That's not a small number. No active recalls — patterns come from the complaint record.
Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.
The data says walk unless this exact vehicle has documented proof the body was repaired or replaced.
- 6 fire-related complaints and 2 crash-related complaints on the electrical system
- Body: 101 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 47,800–100,000 mi
- Reliability score 6.8/10 — around the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
I took my daughter to volleyball practice and when I stopped at a red light the car was accelerating even though I had my foot on the brake pedal and it moved on a jumping mode to the front. I got so scared. The car moved forward we could have been involved on an accident on an…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 GMC yukon. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v383000 (air bags) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer (mcguire Buick GMC, 7027…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 GMC yukon. The contact stated that the recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 16v383000 (air bags) was received in july. After contacting the dealer and the manufacturer on multiple occasions, the contact was informed that the parts…
I slid on black ice lost control of car and hit a tree head on. My car was no longer driveable, my daughter hit windshield with her head, airbag did not deploy.
Estimate your repair exposure
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Under investigation 1 open at NHTSA
NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. EA21002 on NHTSA →
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Common questions
Is the 2007 GMC Yukon reliable?
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.8 out of 10 based on 772 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 GMC Yukon has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.
Should you avoid the 2007 GMC Yukon?
On the NHTSA data, the 2007 GMC Yukon is one to avoid unless a specific vehicle proves otherwise. The data says walk unless this exact vehicle has documented proof the body was repaired or replaced. The record behind that call: 6 fire-related complaints and 2 crash-related complaints on the electrical system; Body: 101 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 47,800–100,000 mi; Reliability score 6.8/10 — around the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 GMC Yukon?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 338 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 109,997 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 109,997 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my GMC Yukon has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 GMC Yukon?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 772 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.