The LED left turn signal and blind spot detection ( safety feature) on the left outside rear view mirror suddenly stopped working. The is a TSB for warranty for 2016-2018 GM YUKON (#10-08-64-002D) and it states that the bulletin has been revised to include 2016-2018 year models for this defect. I am starting this claim because I am told by GM that my VIN is not covered under this warranty, yet I am experiencing the same issue stated in the TSB listed above.
2016 GMC Yukon lights problems
104 complaints (38% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 53,000.
- owner complaints
- 104
- of this car's complaints
- 38%
- typical mileage
- 53,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Tail lights4
- Brake lights4
At what mileage
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GMC Yukon lights problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2016 GMC Yukon lights
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2016 GMC Yukon owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Both driver and passenger tail light/ brake light assemblies have failed. They started intermittently going out and then failed all together. There is a VERY common issue with these lights. They have been replaced at an approximate cost of $650.00 per light.
The contact owns a 2016 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that the taillights were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who stated that the taillights needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was no longer covered under Special Coverage Adjustment: N182180270 (Tail Lamps Inoperative). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 104,000.
The rear taillights both went out due to a design issue with the LED circuit board - where the connections on the board crack and cause the lights to fail
Passenger taillight goes out. Replaced it twice now and now I have to do it again a 3rd time. They know of this issue but have done nothing to fix it or offer anything to help cover cost
Both rail lights went out at the same time. No reason whatsoever
Left tail light flickers, after reading internet comments learned that tail light board connections are made of very flimsy metal material, they crack with normal vehicle operations. LED lamps are fine but the power connections to the lamps breaks therefore it renders taillights useless. Replacement cost of those lamps are $700-$800 parts alone. On the internet there is some information I’ll attach that pdf
The contact owns a 2016 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that she was notified by a police officer that the passenger’s side taillight was inoperable. Additionally, the driver’s side taillight was flashing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not under recall. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 81,000.
The contact owns a 2016 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, he was notified by other motorists that the brake lights were inoperable. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the brake lights were intermittently inoperable while depressing the brake pedal. The dealer was notified about the failure and scheduled an appointment. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 77,000.
Passage tail, brake light works when it want. One day it work the next day it don’t! I’m scared that I will get pulled by the police or somebody hit me in the back.
Questions about the 2016 GMC Yukon lights
Does the 2016 GMC Yukon have lights problems?
Owners have filed 104 complaints about the lights of the 2016 GMC Yukon, 38% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2016 GMC Yukon lights problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 53,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2016 GMC Yukon lights?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the GMC Yukon have the most lights problems?
The GMC Yukon model years with the most lights complaints are 2015 (269 complaints), 2016 (104 complaints) and 2017 (49 complaints).
Other 2016 GMC Yukon problems
Brakes 55Electrical 53Transmission 36Engine 34Driver assistance 10Steering 10Fuel system 7Suspension 7Acceleration 6Body 5Airbags 4Seat belts 2Visibility 2Seats 1Tires 1Wheels 1
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