2016 GMC Yukon: engine stalls while driving

8 of the 271 complaints about the 2016 GMC Yukon describe engine stalls while driving.

owner complaints: 8
of this car's complaints: 3%
typical mileage: 90,000
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 284 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Engine stalls while driving by model year

2026
6
2024
10
2023
17
2022
18
2021
32
2020
1
2019
1
2018
4
2017
5
2016
8
2015
7
2014
2
2013
2
2012
2
2011
5
2010
3
2009
3
2008
10
2007
3
2005
3
2004
5
2003
7
2002
2
2001
7
2000
7
1999
9
1998
1
1997
1
1996
3
1995
2

What owners say

Filed Apr 13, 2026 · Engine, Fuel system · NC

Ticking sound coming from engine, possible damaged camshaft lobe due to lifter roller failure. It can cause sudden engine failure, significant power loss, and unexpected stalling while driving, increasing crash risks. The issue is linked to AFM (Active Fuel Management) system failures. The problem has been diagnosed by dealer service department. No warning lamp or message, problem first appeared 7 April 2026.

Filed Nov 15, 2024 · Brakes, Electrical · MS

The car has all of a sudden had issues with the gas and breaking. When I press the gas, it stalls then rapidly accelerates. It has to be the transmission. Also, is making a noise and will barely drive when pressing on the gas. It does not accelerate!! Could have easily gotten into a car accident! What is going on??

Filed Sep 5, 2024 · Transmission · IN

The transmission malfunctions, shifting is inconsistent and shifts by itself. Shudders and causes the engine to increase and decrease in RPMS. This causes the engine to lose power. The truck will slow because of bad shifting and stall. The dealer did a diagnostic test and verified the transmission problem. The vehicle was inspected by the vehicle brand dealership. There were no warning lights or any other signs of the transmission failure.

Filed Nov 30, 2022 · Engine · 102,000 miles · TX

The contact’s wife owns a 2016 Yukon. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at approximately 5 MPH, the engine hesitated and stalled. The contact stated that his wife was able to coast the vehicle into a driveway. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that a lifter in the engine block was damaged and the number two cylinder had failed, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact scheduled an appointment. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 102,000.

Filed Sep 30, 2022 · Engine · 90,000 miles · NV

The contact owns a 2016 GMC Yukon. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle began to shudder and she noticed that the park assists, stabilitrak, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle then stalled. The contact was able to shift the vehicle to park and restarted the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that after the vehicle stalled, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent at first but had become constant. Additionally, the air bag warning light and an audible chime would sound when the engine stalled. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure had recurred. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

Filed Dec 6, 2021 · Engine, Transmission · 92,000 miles · AR

The contact owns a 2016 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the RPM gauge was high, and the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and drive to her residence. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic informed the contact that the failure could be related to the transmission. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired and remained with the independent mechanic. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the next available appointment was in January 2022. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.

Filed Jun 16, 2020 · Fuel system · 2 miles · VA

Yukon has 27,855 miles on it and the fuel injectors have gone bad and stalls while driving. Idles rough and when accelerating the yukon jolts. Cost is $2,200 dealer in chantilly va. Check engine states that the vehicle misfires based on dealer's diagnostic. No warranty to cover the vehicle. Other complaints of owners experiencing the same systematic failures of the fuel injectors and there is back log for the part. Not sure how a low mileage vehicle would need to replace fuel injectors with less than 30,000 miles. Otherwise the vehicle is in excellent condition.

Filed Aug 16, 2016 · Engine · 4,500 miles · TX

4 week old 2016 yukon denali xl, has stalled 3 times in last 4 weeks, engine cuts off after a left or right turn, and it has to be restarted! Could have easily had an accident or worse. Took it to the dealer, 3 times. 1st two times, all of service dept. Could not diagnose the problem. Today, after a stall, called onstar, ran a diagnostics, found nothing of value , I left it at dealership and contacted district mgr. Matt tillson . I was told that they would escalate the issue. I did tell dealer that gmc and dealership would be at fault if vehicle is in an accident and dies while I am driving. I did not want the vehicle back without the problem having been fixed.