Which is cheaper to maintain, the GMC Yukon or the GMC Yukon?

Based on 5-year routine maintenance labor at a $150/hr indie shop rate, the GMC Yukon is cheaper to maintain — about $4,352 less over 60,000 miles. Parts cost is not included.

What's the labor difference between the 6.5L V8 Diesel and the 6.2L V8?

Across 32 common maintenance jobs, hours vary by drivetrain and engine layout. See the side-by-side table on this page for each job's labor hours and estimated cost.

Are there any active recalls on the GMC Yukon or GMC Yukon?

The GMC Yukon has 2 open NHTSA recalls. The GMC Yukon has 0 open recalls. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

1999 GMC Yukon vs 2026 GMC Yukon — Labor Times, Costs & Recalls

Specifications

Year

1999

2026

Engine

6.5L V8 Diesel

6.2L V8

Drivetrain

4WD

Transmission

automatic

Fuel

diesel

gas

Powertrain

Engine output, acceleration, top speed, handling, braking — and Nürburgring if either car ran one.

Horsepower

195hp

—hp

Torque

430lb-ft

—lb-ft

0–60 mph

12.5s

—

Quarter Mile

18.8s @ 72 mph

—

Top Speed

95 mph

—

Skidpad

—

60–0 Braking

—

70–0 Braking

—

Curb Weight

5,450 lb

—

Max Towing

10,000 lb

—

Max Payload

1,750 lb

—

Performance specs synthesized from manufacturer figures and instrumented magazine tests (Car and Driver, Motor Trend, Road & Track). MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Numbers flagged as "low confidence" by AI generation are conservative estimates from related platforms.

Cost of Ownership

5-Year Maintenance

$43,255

0.72 $/mi

★ WINNER

5-Year Maintenance

$38,903

0.65 $/mi

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ADVANTAGEGMC Yukon — Saves you $4,352 over 5 years (10% less in routine maintenance labor)

Routine maintenance only. Cost = labor hours × $150/hr × estimated 5-yr frequency. Parts cost not included.

Maintenance Breakdown

Hours per common service. Lower is faster (and cheaper) at the shop.

Oil & filter change

11.0 hrs$14,196 / 5yr

9.6 hrs$17,760 / 5yr

Tire rotation

2.8 hrs$3,360 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$2,880 / 5yr

Wiper blades

4.1 hrs$2,580 / 5yr

3.6 hrs$2,280 / 5yr

Cabin air filter

5.5 hrs$2,550 / 5yr

4.8 hrs$2,235 / 5yr

Serpentine belt

11.0 hrs$1,685 / 5yr

9.6 hrs$1,475 / 5yr

PCV valve

11.0 hrs$1,670 / 5yr

9.6 hrs$1,460 / 5yr

Fuel filter

3.5 hrs$1,110 / 5yr

3.0 hrs$960 / 5yr

Front brake pads

2.8 hrs$1,000 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$880 / 5yr

Rear brake pads

2.8 hrs$980 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$860 / 5yr

Vortec Engine Piston Ring Failure / Carbon Buildup

— hrs$1,750 / 5yr

— hrs

Differential fluid

2.8 hrs$920 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$800 / 5yr

Engine air filter

2.8 hrs$900 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$780 / 5yr

Brake fluid flush

2.8 hrs$870 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$750 / 5yr

Valve cover gasket

11.0 hrs$684 / 5yr

9.6 hrs$600 / 5yr

Coolant flush

4.1 hrs$665 / 5yr

3.6 hrs$590 / 5yr

12V battery

2.8 hrs$620 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$560 / 5yr

Power steering flush

3.5 hrs$545 / 5yr

3.0 hrs$470 / 5yr

Intake manifold gasket

11.0 hrs$522 / 5yr

9.6 hrs$459 / 5yr

Oil pan gasket

11.0 hrs$425 / 5yr

9.6 hrs$373 / 5yr

Intake Manifold Gasket Failure (5.7L Vortec)

— hrs$715 / 5yr

— hrs

Oxygen sensor

4.1 hrs$368 / 5yr

3.6 hrs$330 / 5yr

Water pump

4.1 hrs$257 / 5yr

3.6 hrs$231 / 5yr

Spider Fuel Injector Assembly Failure (CSFI System)

— hrs$438 / 5yr

— hrs

Thermostat

4.1 hrs$229 / 5yr

3.6 hrs$203 / 5yr

4L60E Transmission Oil Cooler Line Failure

— hrs$423 / 5yr

— hrs

Spark plugs

— hrs

1.8 hrs$350 / 5yr

Alternator

2.8 hrs$180 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$165 / 5yr

Starter motor

2.8 hrs$124 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$112 / 5yr

Distributor Cap/Rotor and Ignition System Degradation

— hrs$228 / 5yr

— hrs

EVAP Vent Solenoid and Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor Codes

— hrs$175 / 5yr

— hrs

Front Differential and Transfer Case Leaks

— hrs$166 / 5yr

— hrs

Ignition coil

— hrs

1.8 hrs$140 / 5yr

Active Recalls

Open NHTSA Recalls

2 open

★ WINNER

Open NHTSA Recalls

CLEAR

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ADVANTAGEGMC Yukon — 2 fewer open recalls from the NHTSA

Fluid Capacities

GMC Yukon

brake · ACDelco DOT 4 Brake Fluid

coolant18.00 qt · ACDelco DEX-COOL (Orange)

engine_oil13.00 qt · ACDelco dexos1 5W-30

front_diff1.50 qt · 75W-90 GL-5 Gear Oil

power_steering1.00 qt · ACDelco Power Steering Fluid

rear_diff2.00 qt · ACDelco 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil

transfer_case2.50 qt · ACDelco Auto-Trak II

transmission_auto11.50 qt · ACDelco Dexron VI ATF

washer3.50 qt · Windshield Washer Fluid

GMC Yukon

brake · FMVSS 116 DOT 4

coolant18.00 qt · GM 6277M / ASTM D3306

engine_oil8.50 qt · dexos1 Gen 3

front_diff1.50 qt · API GL-5

power_steering · N/A

rear_diff2.00 qt · API GL-5

transfer_case2.50 qt · ATF or manufacturer specific

transmission_auto13.50 qt · GM DEXRON-VI

washer3.50 qt · All-season or winter-rated

The Verdict

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THE WINNER

2026 GMC Yukon

6.2L V8

GMC Yukon is cheaper to maintain (saves ~$4,352 over 5 years)
GMC Yukon has 2 fewer open NHTSA recalls

Based on objective maintenance and recall data. Driving feel, looks, brand loyalty, and ownership experience are separate (and very valid) considerations.

Open the full dashboard for either truck

Labor times, torque specs, fluid capacities, DTC codes, repair procedures, recalls, common platform problems.