NHTSA Complaint #11705959 — 2026 GMC YUKON XL

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11705959
Vehicle	2026 GMC YUKON XL
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	December 11, 2025
Date Filed	December 18, 2025
Mileage	3,500 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MI

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2026 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The abnormal sound disappeared after the engine had warmed up. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle remained at the dealer unrepaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 3,500.

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