Sell your 2016 GMC Yukon for cash

The 2016 GMC Yukon is a SUV that came with a choice of 5.3L 8-cyl and 6.2L 8-cyl engines. At 10 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2016 GMC Yukon at a glance

Body styleStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines5.3L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 6-spd, Automatic 8-spd
DriveRear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy14–16 city / 20–23 highway / 17–19 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,550–$3,950 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂480–535 grams per mile
EPA fuel economy score3–4 out of 10
EPA greenhouse gas score3–4 out of 10
Curb weight (NHTSA test vehicle)5,672 lb
Gross vehicle weight rating7,100–7,300 lb
Versions tested by EPA12 configurations: Yukon C1500 2WD, Yukon C1500 XL 2WD, Yukon K1500 XL 4WD, Yukon K1500 4WD
Age10 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data; weights from NHTSA crash-test records. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 10 years old, a 2016 Yukon is newer than most junk cars, so working parts like the engine, transmission and body panels are in demand from rebuilders and parts buyers.
  • Weight: NHTSA's crash-test 2016 Yukon weighed 5,672 lb at curb weight. Scrap value is largely priced by weight, so this is a good starting point. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2016 Yukon. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the exterior lighting, typically around 52,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2016 GMC Yukon recalls

NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls covering the 2016 GMC Yukon. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Service BrakesOct 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V761000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in…

Risk: Unintended activation of the driveline-protection system will cause unintended braking on the wheel on the opposite side of the failed sensor, causing the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Service Brakes, HydraulicSep 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V645000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.

Risk: As the vacuum level drops, the brake assist decreases, increasing braking effort, extending the distance required to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Seat BeltsJul 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V437000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and Silverado 2500 and 3500 and…

Risk: A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.

Seat BeltsSep 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V651000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500…

Risk: A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.

SuspensionApr 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V256000Park outside / do not drive

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2016 Cadillac Escalade, Cadillac Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Sierra, GMC Yukon and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. The front upper control arms may have inadequate welds near the control arm bushing.

Risk: Inadequate welds may allow the control arm to separate from the bushing, compromising steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

Common 2016 Yukon problems

Owners have filed 270 complaints about the 2016 GMC Yukon with NHTSA. 4 reports involved a crash. Owners reported 5 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Exterior Lighting97
  • Electrical System53
  • Service Brakes53
  • Power Train35
  • Engine34
  • Unknown or Other32

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Exterior Lighting52,000 mi
  • Electrical System45,000 mi
  • Service Brakes53,000 mi
  • Power Train92,000 mi
  • Engine56,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other50,000 mi

2016 GMC Yukon crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2016 GMC Yukon, by version tested.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
Suv, 4WD★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆☆22.2%
Suv, RWD★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆☆22.9%

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2016 GMC Yukon service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 1,703 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2016 GMC Yukon. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment195
  • Electrical System157
  • Equipment138
  • Engine133
  • Power Train124
  • Engine and Engine Cooling122

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2026 · PIT5698F

    This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2026 · PIP5700H

    This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2026 · PIP4902W

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 2026 · PIT5509N

    This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2016 GMC Yukon.

Service BrakesPE18012 · opened Nov 2018, closed Apr 2022Led to recall 19V645000

Brake Vacuum Pump Failure

On November 20, 2018, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened PE18-012 to investigate instances of sudden onset of a hard brake pedal that could result in extended stopping distance due to an issue with the brake assist vacuum pump in model year (MY) 2014 through 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 1

Other GMC Yukon years

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Other 2016 GMC models

Selling a 2016 Yukon: questions

How much is a 2016 GMC Yukon worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2016 Yukon that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2016 Yukons that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2016 Yukon with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2016 GMC Yukon; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2016 Yukon?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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