Tl* the contact owns a 2016 GMC yukon. The contact noticed water coming from the high frequency antenna, which caused a shortage to the GPS and rendered it inoperable. The vehicle was taken to serra Chevrolet Buick GMC of nashville (2340 galatians pike n, madison, tn 37115, (615) 543-5456) where it was diagnosed that the high frequency antenna needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired.…
2016 GMC Yukon electrical problems
moderate 46 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850 · see electrical across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
46
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$850
When does it fail?
Of the 46 electrical complaints filed for the 2016 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
Owners have filed 46 electrical 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.
No new NHTSA electrical complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 6 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 GMC yukon. The contact stated the seat heater on the driver's side front seat was not heating up properly. The vehicle was taken to rhoden GMC however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was taken to h&h Chevrolet (4645 s 84th st suite a, omaha, ne 68127; (402) 339-2222) for an issue with the infotainment system. The contact was informed…
Left taillight went out and I was under the warranty and the dealer replaced it but had the right taillight go out at 40,000 miles. I have referred 4 friends that purchased the same vehicle as us and have had the same issues. This is a common problem with GMC and they need to recall this.
Rear driver taillight assembly does not work all the time! One day it works the next day it does not! I had to have the passenger side replaced about 6-8 months ago & it was replaced by the dealer at that time & there was no cost to me as it was under warranty at that time! I think there may be an issue with the LED bulbs! Now the problem is with the drivers side! This is a safety problem and a…
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Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2016 GMC Yukon?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 46 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Across the 22 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most electrical failures cluster between 25,800 and 80,000 miles, with the median around 45,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 25,800; a quarter make it past 80,000. 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 $850 for electrical 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 electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical 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)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2016/GMC/Yukon.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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