TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 GMC YUKON. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 55 MPH WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE REDUCING POWER WARNING MESSAGE ALSO ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LOSE POWER AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO MANEUVER THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION BUT NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE PERSISTED AND THE CONTACT STATED THAT TH…
2007 gmc Yukon engine problems
moderate 41 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
41
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
VEHICLE GETS EXTREMELY LOW GAS, 13 MPG ON AVERAGE. BURNS OIL . NEED TO ADD 2-3 QUARTS OF OIL BETWEEN OIL CHANGES. ENGINE COOLING FAN STAYS ON FOR EXTENDED PERIODS WHILE DRIVING. ALL OF WHICH THE DEALERSHIP SAYS IS NORMAL FOR THE TRUCK. THEY REMOVED THE DRIVESHAFT BECAUSE OF CLUNKING AT 25K MI. REACTION CARRIER REPLACED AND TRANSMISSION RECONDITIONED AT 36,663 MI AFTER CAR STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE O…
LOW OIL PRESSURE STOP ENGINE ON DASH WITH WITH OIL AND RESET IN MOTION ON HIGHWAY
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2007 gmc Yukon?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 41 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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