2017 Gmc Yukon Problems
Shopping for a used 2017 Gmc Yukon? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 191 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Headlight/Taillight Failures the most reported area.
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This 2017 Gmc Yukon has 191 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Headlight/Taillight Failures.
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2017 Gmc Yukon Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 8 2017 Gmc Yukon trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 8 trims analysed.
2017 Gmc Yukon Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2017 GMC Yukon SUV RWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
22.9% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
22.9% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2017 Gmc Yukon has 191 owner complaints, 9 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Headlight/Taillight Failures. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Gmc
- Model
- Yukon
- Model year
- 2017
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 191
- Crash-related complaints
- 9
- Safety recall campaigns
- 3
- Top reported component
- Headlight/Taillight Failures
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 19
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 16 / 23
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 3/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2017 Gmc Yukon problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Headlight/Taillight Failures
Transmission / Drivetrain
Brake System
Complaint patterns center on Headlight/Taillight Failures, Transmission / Drivetrain, Brake System. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2017 Gmc Yukon?
The 2017 Gmc Yukon shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2017 Gmc Yukon
Inspection Focus
- Inspect headlights and taillights for proper operation and signs of failure.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for transmission and brake repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect headlights and taillights for proper operation and signs of failure.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for transmission and brake repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
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Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2017 Gmc Yukon, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
NHTSA complaint data for the 2017 GMC Yukon shows a concentration of issues in headlight/taillight failures, transmission/drivetrain, and brake systems. There are 191 total complaints and 3 recalls, with 9 crash-related complaints. The data suggests potential reliability concerns, but confidence is low due to limited sample size.
- Headlight/Taillight Failures account for the highest number of complaints at 49.
- Transmission/Drivetrain issues are the second most reported with 47 complaints.
- Brake System problems are also prominent with 41 complaints.
- Headlight/Taillight Failures
- Transmission/Drivetrain
- Brake System
Full breakdown
All 2017 Gmc Yukon complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Gmc Yukon. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 49 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 47 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 41 | 6 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 33 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 22 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 20 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2017 Gmc Yukon. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Engine blew at less than 80,000 miles
My engine starting making a knocking/ticking noise out of no where. I was traveling alone on the highway so I stopped to check it. I got to a gas station and google searched it and it came up that the LS 6.2 engine that is in my vehicle was recalled on other models because of thi…
The 2017 GMC Yukon has serious transmission issues that GM continues to ignore, and it is going to get someone hurt. I was stopped at a red light, and when it turned green, I pressed the gas pedal but the car would not move. I pressed harder, and then it suddenly lurched forward …
The 8-speed automatic transmission (Hydra-Matic 8L90) on this 2017 GMC Yukon SLT 5.3L V8 has failed. This is a repeat failure — the transmission was previously rebuilt in 2020 under a GM recall/service action for the same known defect affecting this transmission type. The transmi…
Slipping Gears: Many Yukon Denali owners report experiencing unexpected gear changes or loss of power while driving. Hard Shifting: This problem manifests as harsh or abrupt gear changes, often accompanied by noticeable jolts when shifting from one gear to another. Unusual No…
My truck lost power while I was driving. Took to a shop and they found that a had a bad lifter. I have all of my service records from the GMC dealership where I had my vehicle serviced on a regular basis.
This has been going on for a while now, but it’s getting worse overtime. If I push on my brakes more than twice the brake pedal locks up and I have to push extremely hard to get my vehicle stopped.. luckily I have never been going fast and had to worry about this. This is norma…
I started noticing issues with my transmission around 55,000 miles on it. It first started with no noticing that it wouldn’t gear down when it needed to, and then when it finally did gear down, it would really jerk the vehicle. I started calling GMC then and questioning and put…
Sitting at stop light engine began running rough and smoke coming out. CEL came on and began flashing, pulled over and had it towed. Diagnosis was PO300 misfire, dead miss on cylcinder 4, cylinder plug 4 is fuel fouled, cois is fine has good spark- caused by failed lifters. Ne…
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that the lifters were previously replaced in 2021 at the manufacturer's expense. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the engine was running rough. The vehicle was taken to an unknown auto par…
At parking lot speeds, there have been many incedents of brake failure, when pressing pedal to stop pedal pulsates and becomes very hard to stop the yukon. there seems to be a vacume or booster issue. Yukon will be fine for days then reaccure when slowing at stop sign or waitng a…
We noticed the passenger side taillight was out. It’s not a simple bulb replacement but an entire assembly. It was put back in place and it lit up again. A few weeks later it wasn’t working. Pounded and tapped on it and it works again. We're guessing there is some sort of short s…
The contact own a 2017 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to shift from 2nd to 3rd gear while driving and remained stuck in gear. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmi…
WHEN I BOUGHT THE YUKON 3 YEARS AGO THE TRANMISSION WENT OUT WITHIN MONTHS, THEY REPLACED IT WITH A USED ONE, NOW IT IS STARTED TO DO THE SAME THING, IT WILL SLIP IN AND OUT OF GEAR, WHEN YOU GIVE IT GAS IT WILL JUMP INTO GEAR AT AN IDLE IT WILL DROP OUT OF GEAR, IT'S BEEN DOING …
THE BRAKE LIGHT IS OUT AND A SINGLE TAIL LIGHT IS OVER 500$ Very dangerous to have tail light out and can cause an accident. There should be a recall on these defective LED lights.
My vehicle started making a knocking sound and eventually died on me. I barely made it to a repair shop to check out my vehicle, but had to get it towed back to my home from the repair shop after they told me my engine failed. This happened around 118,000 mileage. I found out tha…
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Yukon. The contact noticed that the chrome on the rims of the vehicle was oxidized. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the rims. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000…
At low idle speeds like in a parking lot we almost hit another car because the brakes were very hard to press. No power brakes. Felt as I was having to stand on the brake pedal with both feet to stop my vehicle from hitting another car at a grocery store parking lot going 5 mph! …
Yukon break tail lamp problems. Brake lights work intermittently. Very dangerous! The break lights will work intermittently and then work. This was an issue with the 2016 models and GM issues a recall. There is no recall for 2017 which I don't understand because nothing has chan…
Full engine failure
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Gmc Yukon.
Safety recalls
2017 Gmc Yukon recalls
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 Gmc Yukon. 3 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
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Questions
2017 Gmc Yukon buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2017 Gmc Yukon reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 191 owner complaints, 9 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2017 Gmc Yukon shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Gmc Yukon?▾
#1: Headlight/Taillight Failures (49 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (47 complaints). #3: Brake System (41 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Gmc Yukon?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2017 Gmc Yukon?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2017 Gmc Yukon, NHTSA complaints include 9 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 191 total complaints. 3 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2017 Gmc Yukon have any recalls?▾
Yes. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2017 Gmc Yukon. A major recall area is SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM. 3 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2017 Gmc Yukon?▾
The 2017 Gmc Yukon shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Headlight/Taillight Failures during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Gmc Yukon reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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