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2021 GMC

Yukon 4WD

Auto 10-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo

GMC Yukon: best and worst years
2021 GMC Yukon 4WD
2021 photoMr.choppersCC BY-SA 3.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
4-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic 10-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
DieselEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
DieselEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
6EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
26 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
20 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
22 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$3,550EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
CO₂
444 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score
4/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
3/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
210 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
81 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
76 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
121 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
5,564 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Optional
Recalls
13
Owner complaints
280
Reported injuries
9

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ENGINE37%
  • POWER TRAIN11%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM10%
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING7%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM6%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER5%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 399 total.

GMC Yukon: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • RQ26001Openopened Jan 16, 2026ENGINE

    Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy

  • EA25007Openopened Oct 23, 2025ENGINE

    Loss of motive power due to engine failure

  • PE25001opened Jan 16, 2025ENGINE

    Loss of motive power due to engine failure

  • PE21010opened Apr 9, 2021AIR BAGS:SRS MALFUNCTION WARNING LAMP/LIGHT

    Air Bag Malfunction

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

853 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Jun 5, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6477C

    This preliminary PI was created to advise techniians in the field that they will not be able to perform a GDS automated bleed with the scan tool dues to a issue with the software in the scan tool

  • May 14, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT5509M

    This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.

  • May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6551B

    This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues

  • May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6423A

    Pi created to provide GM dealers with information on gathering information for projection issue

  • May 11, 2026ENGINEN262552620

    Certain vehicles may have a condition that could cause the cylinder 2 glow plug to fail. If this failure occurs, the Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine Light) will illuminate and a diagnostic trouble code will set. This special coverage covers the condition described above for a period of 15 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km), whichever occurs first, from the date the vehicle was originally placed in service, regardless of ownership. For vehicles covered by Vehicle Service Contracts,

  • Apr 25, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6511

    This Preliminary information communicates an issue with a replace or low FOB battery message

  • Apr 20, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6507

    This PI communicates information on a SPS programming issue causing Serial Data Authentication Configuration to fail.

  • Apr 1, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT3271Q

    This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

  • and 845 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
Maintenance
1 yr / 12k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.