general problems of the 2018 GMC Yukon

12 problems related to suspension have been reported for the 2018 GMC Yukon. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2018 GMC Yukon based on all problems reported for the 2018 Yukon.

1 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 01/07/2026

As of [xxx] , I witnessed a squealing sound coming from the rear end of my 2018 denali Yukon xl truck. And it's affecting my braking. And it jerked when I changed my gears on my truck . And there are lights on in my dashboard on my truck. The engine light was blinking on and off and the traction control light was blinking on and off also. But the back driver side of the truck was squealing also. Please help me to resolve this situation. In the name of jesus. Thanks again [xxx] and [xxx] . Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

2 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 11/21/2025

Air conditioner condenser faulty and had to repaired. Premium ride shocks faulty and had to be repaired. Lifters and bent pushrod faulty and had to be repaired. Vehicle currently has approximately 70,000 miles. These are all known issues by gm and very expensive to fix and no recalls.

3 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 10/03/2024

We just purchased this vehicle from winegardner GMC in prince frederick, MD. On [xxx} on our drive home from the dealership, we kept hearing a terrible screeching/ clucking noise coming from the rear when we were braking or applying any pressure to the brake pedal. We instantly contacted the dealership and they had us bring the vehicle back the next morning for them to look at and to make the repairs but unfortunate for us. They do not have the parts in stock, so we have to take it back Tuesday, October 8 , 2024 at 8am and leave it for the day. Hoping it is repaired correctly with the new parts “both rear calipers” as I left the dealership, I was approximately 10 miles away and out of no where my dash displayed “service, trailer, brakes”, constantly along with a loud dinging noise for the rest of the drive home. I contacted the dealership and spoke with the service manager and informed him of the situation. He told me it has been an ongoing issue with gm for years and it’s electrical and because we purchased a used vehicle. It’s not covered to be repaired. We would have to pay out-of-pocket for it to be fixed. This is very upsetting because we just spent $40,000 on a used low mileage Yukon denali for our family to travel in, but it’s unsafe, because it affects the traction control, and abs brake system. I would also like to note that I did not have a trailer hooked to the vehicle, so I do not understand how that service indicator would appear unless it was cleared by the dealership during maryland state inspection. We have asked them several times for a copy of the maryland state inspection they performed, and we are getting the runaround. As the purchaser of a vehicle, it is all right to have that document, showing what past and what failed maryland inspection before being resold to us. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

4 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 04/18/2024

2018 Yukon denali engine failed June 2024 due to the lifter being bent. The dealership richey Cadillac in daytona beach estimated the repairs at $18,862 and were going to have my vehicle for months. I took it to my mechanic who rebuilt the engine for $7181 in 30 days. My safety was placed at risk because while driving I had to pull over since I had no control with the engine failure. There were no messages prior to the failure.

5 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 11/01/2023

I own a 2018 GMC denali, Yukon xl SUV, with 67k miles. While towing our 24’ airstream (weight 4400 lbs) the vehicle excessively bounced in the air several times on a flat pull on I-80 in northern CA. I took it to three mechanics who told me that the front magnetic and rear air shocks had all failed and were leaking oil. The best price that we could secure for replacement is $2500. Each mechanic commented about the frequency of this type of failure with GMC and stated that this should be a recall because of the risk of trailer detachment/failure. I’ve owned dozens of vehicles in my lifetime (age 57 now) and have never replaced a set of shocks before.

6 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 04/24/2021

Both struts went out on the car at once. When we went to the dealer, we were told that there were no struts in the country, and they have no idea when they will be available. When we called back this week to check on the progress, there is no progress at all. We have had to rent a vehicle, which we did for a month's time not knowing how long this may go on.

7 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 04/02/2021

Rear shock is leaking and ride is rough (bottoming out) can't find new shocks.

8 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 03/26/2021

My vehicle has just over 55,000 miles on it and the right front shock is leaking. Not very many miles to be in need of a new shock on the most expensive suspension system gm makes.

9 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 11/02/2020

Car is not performing as it should.

10 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 01/02/2020

Been since day pne over payment random call wrong size tires insurance claim that they sent to fix and clued the piece and a refurbished part pint chipped when I took it for maintenance they do other nonsense very disappointed in the amount paid with ddownpaimt showing no payment on credit report about to hire a lawyer I want a new truck for all the money and time spend overtime or fix it dnd I don't like a new car to have a recall I have kids.

11 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 06/19/2019

My front end makes noises when I turn wheel or stop. I took it two the carmax service department and they couldn't find anything wrong. But it's still making the noise.

12 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2018 GMC Yukon denali xl. The contact noticed that the vehicle shook excessively and there was a strong vibration while driving at highway speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (bommarito Buick GMC west county, 15736 manchester rd, ellisville, mo 63011, (636) 391-7200) more than twice, but they were unable to determine a remedy to repair the vehicle. The dealer test drove the vehicle and the contact asked for an alignment. On the second visit, an alignment was performed and the tires were rotated and balanced; however, the failure continued. On the third visit, the dealer indicated that the tires were out of alignment and one tire was replaced; however, the shaking continued. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer provided no specific remedy and provided the vehicle as a trade-in from a 2017 GMC Yukon denali xl, which exhibited the same failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 5,000.


Other Suspension related problems of the 2018 GMC Yukon

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