NHTSA Complaint #11654553 — 2021 GMC YUKON

POWER TRAIN issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11654553
Vehicle	2021 GMC YUKON
Component	POWER TRAIN
Date of Incident	March 15, 2025
Date Filed	April 14, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NC

Consumer Description

Transmission valve body (transmission control unit) failure at 72,000 miles. This is the 10-Speed transmission that is the subject of several other recalls for diesel versions of the GMC Yukon. No warning lights, and potential for rear wheel lock up.

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