GMC Yukon XL 1500 AWD

20032013 · 12 configurations

Lowest
13
Average
14
Best
14

The GMC Yukon XL 1500 AWD has been tested by the EPA across 12 different configurations spanning model years 2003 through 2013. Over this period, the Yukon XL 1500 AWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 13 MPG to 14 MPG, with an overall average of 14 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2013
14
2012
14
2011
14
2006
13
2005
14
2004
14
2003
14

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Yukon XL 1500 AWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the GMC Yukon XL 1500 AWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the GMC GMC Fullsize Jimmy/Yukon, GMC Suburban/Yukon XL (2000 on) (1950-2003 only; see 422 for 2004 on), GMC Suburban/Yukon XL (2004 on; see 431 for 1950- 2003) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
1,151
Total Deaths
547

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
24.0%
Fire Occurrence
3.0%
Speeding Involved
18.5%
DUI Involved
17.4%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

83%
Front
10%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes103
Fatalities
51
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2022
Fatal Crashes115
Fatalities
68
Deaths/Crash
0.59
2021
Fatal Crashes168
Fatalities
72
Deaths/Crash
0.43
2020
Fatal Crashes128
Fatalities
59
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2019
Fatal Crashes115
Fatalities
70
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2018
Fatal Crashes97
Fatalities
52
Deaths/Crash
0.54
2017
Fatal Crashes101
Fatalities
36
Deaths/Crash
0.36
2016
Fatal Crashes114
Fatalities
56
Deaths/Crash
0.49
2015
Fatal Crashes105
Fatalities
40
Deaths/Crash
0.38
2014
Fatal Crashes105
Fatalities
43
Deaths/Crash
0.41

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2013
3
2012
2
2011
5
2006
2
2005
3
2004
2
2003
7
Critical
Moderate
Advisory