2012 GMC Yukon XL
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 GMC Yukon XL is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 55 on record.
2012 GMC Yukon XL at a glance
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2012 GMC Yukon XL recalls 4
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP, and VI or "Zone A." Additionally GM is recalling certain 2011-2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Ch…
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 25, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notific…
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Nort…
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 22, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notific…
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra LD, Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the key difficult or causing the ignition to get stuck in the "Start" position.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ignition lock housing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 12, 2015. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for t…
GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND SUBURBAN VEHICLES, AND GMC SAVANA AND YUKON XL HEAVY DUTY VEHICLES. THE STEERING GEAR PITMAN SHAFT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY HARDENED AND COULD FRACTURE.
Fix: GM WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING GEAR AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR PITMAN SHAFT. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON APRIL 4, 2012.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2012 GMC Yukon XL MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2012 GMC Yukon XL worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2012 GMC Yukon XL costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($30,173) with the same model 5 model-years older ($12,399), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2012 GMC Yukon XL trims & engines on record
2012 GMC Yukon XL vehicles on record
2012 GMC Yukon XL SLE 15001GKS2HE79CR181563
2012 GMC Yukon XL Denali1GKS2MEF9CR119340
2012 GMC Yukon XL Denali1GKS2MEF5CR173881
2012 GMC Yukon XL Denali1GKS1MEF9CR125805
2012 GMC Yukon XL SLT 15001GKS2KE76CR114996
2012 GMC Yukon XL Denali1GKS1MEF0CR245640
2012 GMC Yukon XL Denali1GKS2MEF4CR178103
2012 GMC Yukon XL SLE 15001GKS2HE72CR280046
2012 GMC Yukon XL Denali1GKS2MEF3CR200849
2012 GMC Yukon XL Denali1GKS2MEF5CR244917
2012 GMC Yukon XL Denali1GKS2MEF6CR256638
2012 GMC Yukon XL SLT 15001GKS2KE79CR150956
2012 GMC Yukon XL SLT 15001GKS2KE75CR281947
2012 GMC Yukon XL Denali1GKS2MEFXCR119797
2012 GMC Yukon XL Denali1GKS2MEF7CR322047
2012 GMC Yukon XL SLT 15001GKS2KE71CR170554
2012 GMC Yukon XL SLT 15001GKS1KE02CR241847
2012 GMC Yukon XL Denali1GKS2MEF0CR205409
2012 GMC Yukon XL SLT 15001GKS2KE71CR145153
2012 GMC Yukon XL Denali1GKS2MEF0CR181158
2012 GMC Yukon XL Denali1GKS2MEFXCR232231
2012 GMC Yukon XL Denali1GKS2MEF1CR141350
2012 GMC Yukon XL SLT 15001GKS1KE03CR124973
2012 GMC Yukon XL Denali1GKS2MEF3CR252191
Other GMC Yukon XL model years
2012 GMC Yukon XL — frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 GMC Yukon XL have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2012 GMC Yukon XL. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What gas mileage does the 2012 GMC Yukon XL get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2012 GMC Yukon XL at about 15 mpg combined (13 city / 18 highway).
How much is a 2012 GMC Yukon XL worth?
Comparable 2012 GMC Yukon XL listings run roughly $20,800–$38,800, typically around $30,173 (from 54 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.