Takata air bag recall,.,,,I keep contacting dealer "ron anderson" yulee/fernandina bch. Fla..,,dealer says no airbag replacements available and it looks like none will be available in the future...I am afraid of an accident happening and I get killed or injured by exploding air bag..
2010 GMC Yukon airbags problems
severe 102 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
102
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
2crashes
6injuries
When does it fail?
Of the 102 airbags complaints filed for the 2010 GMC Yukon, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Airbags accounts for 46% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 7 categories tracked.
Owners have filed 102 airbags complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
The failure pattern owners describe
Buyer takeaway: Do not buy a 2010 GMC Yukon with an open Takata recall or visible dashboard cracks—parts shortages meant some owners waited years for repairs, and GM refuses to cover dashboard damage under warranty. Cracked dashboards are a widespread defect that can compromise airbag safety and will cost over $1,000 to fix out of pocket.
The most common complaint across these 102 reports is spontaneous cracking of the hard plastic dashboard, especially around the front airbag areas. Owners describe cracks starting small and spreading over time on well-maintained, garaged vehicles—sometimes within 3 to 5 years regardless of mileage. The cracks expose wiring, produce rattling sounds, and shed hard plastic shards into the dash cavity, creating a legitimate safety concern if an airbag deploys and scatters plastic fragments at occupants.
Simultaneously, owners with 2010 Yukons received recall notifications for Takata airbag inflators (campaigns 16V381000, 21V050000, 21V053000, 21V054000) due to propellant degradation risk under humidity and temperature cycling. The problem: replacement parts were unavailable for years. Multiple owners report calling dealers in 2016–2017 and being told parts are on backorder with no ETA. Some owners remained unable to complete the recall repair over 3 years later. GM told many owners the vehicle was "safe to drive" despite the open recall and offered no loaner vehicles or alternative transportation. One owner signed a liability waiver before repair, placing risk of dashboard damage on the customer. Dealers also declined to perform the recall repair if the dashboard was already cracked, creating a catch-22. One incident report documents complete airbag non-deployment in a severe 40+ mph T-bone collision, with both driver and passenger airbags failing to inflate despite OBD codes indicating deployment command was issued. GM has not recalled or issued a service bulletin for the dashboard cracking itself.
Same GMC Yukon airbags reports on nearby years: 2007 · 2008 · 2009 · 2011 · 2012
Failure modes owners describe
Cracked plastic dashboard near airbags
Dashboard develops cracks—often multiple and spreading—particularly near the front passenger and driver-side airbag areas. Owners report cracks appearing spontaneously on well-maintained, garaged vehicles with low to moderate mileage. Cracks expose wiring, create loud rattles, and produce hard plastic shards that fall into the dashboard cavity.
When: Typically 3–5 years into ownership; reported between 30,000 and 120,000 miles. One owner noted onset at ~39,000 miles after 5 years of light use.
Symptoms owners cite: Visible cracks in dashboard plastic, often radiating from airbag covers; Cracks spreading over time despite no collision or impact; Loud rattling and shaking while driving; Hard plastic shards breaking free and falling into dash cavity; Exposed wiring visible through cracks; Cracks appear on garaged vehicles with minimal sun exposure
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers quote $1,000+ for full dashboard replacement. Extended warranties (GMPP) do not cover the dashboard, classifying it as 'trim' rather than a safety component. Some owners report temporary fixes using glue and tape.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: GM denies warranty coverage, citing the dashboard as cosmetic or trim. Some owners report GM claiming the vehicle is 'safe to drive' despite the defect. No factory service bulletins or organized recall issued for dashboard cracking.
Takata airbag inflator safety recall (campaign 16V381000, 21V050000, 21V053000, 21V054000)
Front airbag inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation under high humidity and temperature cycling, ejecting metal fragments through the airbag cover at high speed. Owners received recall notifications but parts remained unavailable for years (some cases spanning 3+ years from initial notice). Dealers unable to perform repairs and GM offering no timeline or loaner vehicles.
When: Recall notifications issued starting May 2016; parts shortages reported through 2017 and beyond. Some owners still unable to complete repairs years after notification.
Symptoms owners cite: Recall notification received but parts unavailable; Dealer unable to schedule repair appointment; Manufacturer states 'no remedy currently available'; No estimated completion date provided by GM; Owners unable to trade in or sell vehicle due to open recall
Codes mentioned: NHTSA Campaign 16V381000, NHTSA Campaign 21V050000, NHTSA Campaign 21V053000, NHTSA Campaign 21V054000
Repairs/costs cited: Replacement inflators required but not in stock. Parts on backorder indefinitely. No OEM part availability confirmed for extended periods. Some dealers required owners to sign waivers assuming liability for damage during recall repair.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 16V381000 and related campaigns issued for Takata inflator rupture risk. GM advised dealers to inform owners the vehicle is 'safe to drive' despite recall status. No alternative transportation offered. Parts availability issues unresolved for years.
Service airbag warning light illumination (undiagnosed)
Service air bag light remains on continuously. One owner's dealership attributed it to cellular phones and computers, but a second dealership stated the airbags will not deploy if the light is on. Cause not identified and remains unresolved.
When: Reported at time of purchase/ownership; continuous illumination.
Symptoms owners cite: Service airbag light on at all times; Multiple dealerships unable to diagnose root cause; Conflicting information from different dealerships on deployment status
Repairs/costs cited: Two dealerships unable to locate fault. No repair performed.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: One dealership blamed interference from iPhones and computers with no further action. Another dealership declined to speculate. No TSB or recall campaign referenced.
Airbag non-deployment in high-severity collision
Front airbags failed to deploy during a severe T-bone collision at 40+ mph despite significant structural damage (wrinkled firewall and floor board). Vehicle struck on driver-side front door and pillar; comparison vehicle (Toyota truck) deployed its airbags normally.
When: Incident mileage not specified.
Symptoms owners cite: No airbag deployment on driver side despite severe frontal/side impact; No airbag deployment on passenger side; Dual front seatbelt pretensioners failed to deploy; Vehicle deemed total loss by body shop due to impact severity; Comparison vehicle (other manufacturer) deployed airbags normally
Codes mentioned: B0052:00 Deployment commanded, B0015:04 Driver seat belt buckle tensioner deployment loop open, B0022:04 Passenger seat belt buckle tensioner deployment loop open
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle total loss; airbags and pretensioners not repaired.
Synthesized from 102 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 11 most recent
There is a recall as the airbags are dangerous and you have not authorized the work to be done and if states you do not have the parts to do the necessary correction. When can this recall be corrected ????
Dash is cracked scared that sharp objects may fly into my family face if air bags are deployed the truck lost all power and left me and my daughter stranded right in the middle of traffic about got hit thank God we didn't GM needs to take care of these matters and take it seriously people could be seriously hurt or killed And if I hit a bump my cruise control will shut off automatically as if i…
1. Cracked dashboard - cracked dashboard - dashboard is deteriorating. Numerous cracks. Vehicle is parked in the shade 90% of the time and after 30,000 miles on it. It has never been in any accident. There is a dashboard crack next to the airbag on the dashboard. My concern is with the takata inflators and potential shrapnel produced from the rotting dashboard becoming airborne during an…
Cracks in dash that could effect airbag deployment and/ or send pieces of the dash flying towards me in the event of a crash.
Taka recall 7/6/16, to date no part to resolve. Over one year and GMC has no part to fix the recall. Called 11/21/2017 and no part available.
My airbags are potentially deady, but the NHTSA is allowing GMC to skirt the recall. Guess money and influence is more important than mine and my family's lives.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 GMC yukon. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v381000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Conley Buick GMC in bradenton, florida (800 cortez rd west 34207) was contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the…
Upper dash around passenger airbag is cracked, apparently from online information a common and wide spread problem. Crack in dash is a safety concern if airbag deploys. Possible fragments from dash will injure passengers or others in vehicle should airbag deploy
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 GMC yukon. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v381000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Devoe Buick GMC of naples (1410 solana rd, naples, fl) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not…
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2010 GMC Yukon?
It's a meaningful issue. 102 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Across the 55 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most airbags failures cluster between 60,000 and 100,000 miles, with the median around 82,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 60,000; a quarter make it past 100,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags 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 airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags 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.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2010/GMC/Yukon.
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