250KMile ratingKnown issues to check on the 2016 GMC Yukon XL
One widely reported problem pattern applies to this model year. That does not mean this car has the fault — many were fixed under warranty or recall — but it is what to check, and what to ask the seller for, before you buy.
- 8-speed automatic transmissionWorth checking
The 8L90/8L45 eight-speed is widely reported to shudder and clunk on light throttle — the well-known "Chevy shake" — traced largely to the torque converter and transmission fluid.
What to check: Drive at 25–50 mph on light throttle and feel for a vibration through the floor. Ask whether the torque converter was replaced or the fluid changed to the revised Mobil 1 spec.
Patterns are drawn from NHTSA recalls and complaints, manufacturer service bulletins and consistent owner reporting. Always confirm open recalls against the VIN and get an independent pre-purchase inspection.
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About this car
The GMC Yukon XL is No. 39 on the Caboose longevity table: 8.6% of them reach 250,000 miles, against 5.4% of all vehicles. This 2016 GMC Yukon XL Denali 4WD is listed at $19,620, about $435 below the CarGurus expected market price of $20,055. It has 120,973 miles and comes in Black. Power comes from a 420 hp 6.2L V8 with four-wheel drive, rated around 17 MPG combined. It is offered by EZ Auto Sales in Stafford, VA.
Why it's a good buy
- 8.6% of GMC Yukon XLs reach 250,000 miles — No. 39 of 52 on the Caboose table
- 79,027 miles of runway before 200,000
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Alloy Wheels
- Bluetooth
Features
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