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GMC Yukon XL 2000–2006

GMC Yukon XLModel years 2000–2006

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Common on this vehicle:Gauge or instrument faultCorrosion or rustReduced brakingLeakNoiseParking brakeWarning lightStalls or shuts off

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Symptom

Component named as the cause

Work done

How it is said to have ended

  • says it was fixed12
  • says it held for a while17
  • says it came back35
  • says it did not fix it48
  • result not stated163

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Known issuesBrake pipe (brake line) corrosion and rupture11

  1. Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON XL 1500 ・ 2017-01-11

    Front brake line from ABS module broke while towing, pedal went to floor

    1. 1Fault

      TOWING A HORSE TRAILER WITH HORSE ( APPROX 6500 LBS TOTAL ), THE FRONT BREAK LINE FROM THE ABS MODULE BROKE AND PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR WHILE EXITING 90W ONTO 84W. (1 more)

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

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    Fault
    TOWING A HORSE TRAILER WITH HORSE ( APPROX 6500 LBS TOTAL ), THE FRONT BREAK LINE FROM THE ABS MODULE BROKE AND PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR WHILE EXITING 90W ONTO 84W. (1 more)
    Cause
    I HAVE READ OF MANY ISSUES WITH THE (CHEAP ) BRAKE LINES GM HAS USED IN THESE VEHICLES( 1999 TO 2003 ), AND AS THEY GET OLDER, THEY ARE JUST AN ACCIDENT WAITING TO HAPPEN.
    Remedy
    BRAKE LINES, REAR, WERE REPAIRED A YEAR AGO.
    Consequence
    TRAILER BRAKES FINALLY STOPPED THE VEHICLE A FEW INCHES FROM THE AUTO IN FRONT OF US .

  2. Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2018-07-12

    Brake line failure and brake pedal to floor while driving

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

      Not stated

      What the documents say to do

      Brake pipe (brake line) corrosion and rupture

      Confirm

      • In the joint inspections, scaling or flaking corrosion was taken as indicating the onset of metal loss and given the second lowest ranking (2); a leaking or previously repaired pipe was the lowest (1).

      Repair

      1. GM recommends replacing the entire set of pipes whenever any pipe leaks or is corroded enough to need replacement.
      2. On June 28, 2013 GM released 66 new part numbers for servicing brake pipes in 1999-2007 GMT800 pickups and utility vehicles.

      Caution

      • Analysis of repair records indicates that consumers often elect to repair only the failed circuit.
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    Fault
    I QUICKLY APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR.
    Cause
    A BRAKE LINE HAD BLOWN CAUSING THE BRAKE FAILURE.
    Consequence
    TWO VEHICLES WERE STOPPED BEHIND THE TRUCK.

  3. Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2016-03-14

    Brake line failure recurring two years after previous failure

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

      Not stated

      What the documents say to do

      Brake pipe (brake line) corrosion and rupture

      Confirm

      • In the joint inspections, scaling or flaking corrosion was taken as indicating the onset of metal loss and given the second lowest ranking (2); a leaking or previously repaired pipe was the lowest (1).

      Repair

      1. GM recommends replacing the entire set of pipes whenever any pipe leaks or is corroded enough to need replacement.
      2. On June 28, 2013 GM released 66 new part numbers for servicing brake pipes in 1999-2007 GMT800 pickups and utility vehicles.

      Caution

      • Analysis of repair records indicates that consumers often elect to repair only the failed circuit.
    Read the sentences of the record
    Cause
    PERHAPS THEY ARE MAKING THE BRAKE LINES OUT OF THINNER MATERIAL BECAUSE WE HAVE MANY VEHICLES MUCH OLDER, AND NEVER HAD THIS PROBLEM.
    Inspection
    THE GMC DEALER SAID THE CAUSE WAS RUSTED OUT BRAKE LINES.
    Consequence
    TWO YEARS AGO I HAD A SEVER ACCIDENT THAT CAUSE ME TO HIT ANOTHER CAR AND SPIN AROUND.

  4. Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON XL 2500 ・ 2015-01-26

    Brake failure on downhill road in winter conditions

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3CorrectionNot repaired

      I DID NOT YET HAVE THE BRAKES REPAIRED YET BECAUSE THE QUOTES WERE SO HIGH.

      What the documents say to do

      Brake pipe (brake line) corrosion and rupture

      Confirm

      • In the joint inspections, scaling or flaking corrosion was taken as indicating the onset of metal loss and given the second lowest ranking (2); a leaking or previously repaired pipe was the lowest (1).

      Repair

      1. GM recommends replacing the entire set of pipes whenever any pipe leaks or is corroded enough to need replacement.
      2. On June 28, 2013 GM released 66 new part numbers for servicing brake pipes in 1999-2007 GMT800 pickups and utility vehicles.

      Caution

      • Analysis of repair records indicates that consumers often elect to repair only the failed circuit.
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    Fault
    THE BRAKES FAILED ON ROUTE 26 COMING DOWN THE HILL TOWARDS ROUTE 28. (3 more)
    Remedy
    I DID NOT YET HAVE THE BRAKES REPAIRED YET BECAUSE THE QUOTES WERE SO HIGH.
    Inspection
    2 - A DIFFERENT REPAIR SHOP SAID THAT ALL FIVE OF MY BRAKE LINES HAD FAILED AND WERE LEAKING FLUID DURING A TEST TO LOCATE THE PROBLEM. (1 more)
    Consequence
    WE SLID SIDEWAYS DOWN THE HILL AND ACROSS ROUTE 28. (2 more)

  5. Owner complaint2005 GMC YUKON DENALI XL ・ 2014-12-27

    Brake pedal goes to floor, brake fluid loss, rusted brake line at left rear

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

      I IMMEDIATELY ADDED FLUID.

      What the documents say to do

      Brake pipe (brake line) corrosion and rupture

      Confirm

      • In the joint inspections, scaling or flaking corrosion was taken as indicating the onset of metal loss and given the second lowest ranking (2); a leaking or previously repaired pipe was the lowest (1).

      Repair

      1. GM recommends replacing the entire set of pipes whenever any pipe leaks or is corroded enough to need replacement.
      2. On June 28, 2013 GM released 66 new part numbers for servicing brake pipes in 1999-2007 GMT800 pickups and utility vehicles.

      Caution

      • Analysis of repair records indicates that consumers often elect to repair only the failed circuit.
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    Fault
    I WAS TRAVELING ON A LOCAL HIGHWAY AT THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT WHEN I WAS CAUSED TO SLOW DUE TO TRAFFIC. (3 more)
    Remedy
    I IMMEDIATELY ADDED FLUID.
    Inspection
    I CHECKED THE BRAKE FLUID AND IT WAS MUCH LOWER THAN WHEN WE STARTED OUR TRIP JUST A FEW HOURS PRIOR. (1 more)
    Consequence
    LUCKILY I DID NOT CAUSE AN ACCIDENT BUT EASILY THERE COULD HAVE BEEN ONE.

  6. Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON DENALI XL ・ 2014-07-24

    Brake pedal went to floor while driving; brakes failed

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

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    Fault
    THE PROBLEM: BRAKES FAILED WHILE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING. (6 more)
    Remedy
    PER THE INVOICE REPAIRS INCLUDED: BRAKE SYSTEM REPAIR/LABOR, BRAKE FLUSH KIT, PIPE KIT AND FLUID.
    Consequence
    THANKFULLY THERE WAS ENOUGH SPACE BETWEEN MY VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME SO THAT I DIDN' HIT THEM.

  7. Owner complaint2001 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2014-07-07

    Rear brake line burst during braking

    1. 1Fault

      I APPLIED MY BRAKES AND A REAR BRAKE LINE BURST.

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

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    Fault
    I APPLIED MY BRAKES AND A REAR BRAKE LINE BURST.
    Remedy
    HAD TO REPLACE BOTH REAR BRAKE LINES. *JS
    Inspection
    HAD LINES INSPECTED WITHIN THE LAST 6 MONTHS AND THERE WAS NO INDICATION THAT THEY WERE BAD.
    Consequence
    I STOPPED ABOUT 1 FOOT (= 0.305 m) FROM THE POLICE CRUISER.

  8. Owner complaint2006 GMC YUKON DENALI XL ・ 2014-07-01

    Brake pedal felt unusual, vehicle would not stop, brake fluid leak from burst brake line

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

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    Fault
    WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP AT THE END OF MY BLOCK THE BRAKE PEDAL FELT FUNNY. (2 more)
    Remedy
    I NOW HAVE A MECHANIC HAVING TO REPLACE ALL THE BRAKE LINES IN THE CAR SO THAT I DON'T HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT WHAT COULD HAVE HAPPENED WHEN DRIVING MY 1 YEAR OLD AROUND WITH NO BRAKES. *TR
    Inspection
    AFTER I LOOKED AT THEM I NOTICED THEY ARE ALL RUSTED AND IN VERY BAD SHAPE.
    Consequence
    I ENDED UP ROLLING RIGHT INTO THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION.

  9. Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON XL 2500 ・ 2011-07-20

    Sudden brake failure with ruptured brake line

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

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    Fault
    2003 GMC YUKON XL 2500 SUDDEN BRAKE FAILURE. (3 more)
    Cause
    CLEARLY THERE IS A MANUFACTURING OR QUALITY DEFECT IN THE LINES INSTALLED ON THIS 2003 YUKON.
    Remedy
    BASED ON THE CONSISTENT AND EXCESSIVE CORROSION THROUGHOUT, I OPTED TO HAVE ALL THE BRAKE LINES AND POWER STEERING LINES REPLACED AT ONCE.
    Inspection
    AFTER STOPPING, I EXAMINED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THE METAL BRAKE LINE HAD RUPTURED WHERE IT CROSSES OVER THE FRAME RAIL LEADING TO THE FRONT LEFT BRAKE. (1 more)

  10. Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON XL 1500 ・ 2011-06-27

    Brake pedal went to floor and vehicle moved while backing

    1. 1Fault

      I WAS BACKING THE VEHICLE INTO THE GARAGE. (2 more)

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

    Read the sentences of the record
    Fault
    I WAS BACKING THE VEHICLE INTO THE GARAGE. (2 more)
    Remedy
    HAD TO REPLACE ALL THE STEEL LINES TO MAKE THE VEHICLE SAFE.
    Consequence
    THE VEHICLE MOVED AND STUCK THE HOUSE.

  11. Owner complaint2001 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2011-06-13

    Brake pedal unresponsive; brake fluid leak from burst line

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

      Not stated

      What the documents say to do

      Brake pipe (brake line) corrosion and rupture

      Confirm

      • In the joint inspections, scaling or flaking corrosion was taken as indicating the onset of metal loss and given the second lowest ranking (2); a leaking or previously repaired pipe was the lowest (1).

      Repair

      1. GM recommends replacing the entire set of pipes whenever any pipe leaks or is corroded enough to need replacement.
      2. On June 28, 2013 GM released 66 new part numbers for servicing brake pipes in 1999-2007 GMT800 pickups and utility vehicles.

      Caution

      • Analysis of repair records indicates that consumers often elect to repair only the failed circuit.
    Read the sentences of the record
    Fault
    I MADE A LEFT INTO A PARKING LOT AND THE BRAKE PEDAL BECAME UNRESPONSIVE. (2 more)
    Cause
    IT APPEARS THE LINE BURST.
    Inspection
    I REACHED UNDER TO SEE WHERE THE DRIP WAS COMING FROM. (1 more)
    Consequence
    THE VEHICLE ROLLED AND HOPPED THE CURB AND BUMPED INTO A FENCE. (1 more)

Known issuesUnwanted ABS activation at low speed (front wheel speed sensor mounting corrosion)2

  1. Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON XL 1500 ・ 2017-01-11

    Antilock brakes engage when braking regardless of need

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

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    Fault
    WHEN BRAKING, THE ANTILOCK BRAKES KICK IN NO MATTER IF NEEDED OR NOT.
    Remedy
    THE SENSOR WAS NOT REPLACED, JUST CLEANED AND PUT BACK IN.
    Consequence
    WE HAVE HAD SEVERAL CLOSE CALLS ON BOTH CITY STREETS & HIGHWAYS.

  2. Owner complaint2001 GMC YUKON XL 1500 ・ 2011-08-03

    ABS system activating unexpectedly during low-speed stops

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Not stated

    3. 3Correction

      I ENDED UP DEACTIVATING MY ABS SYSTEM COMPLETELY TO CREATE A RELIABLE BRAKING SYSTEM.

      What the documents say to do

      Unwanted ABS activation at low speed (front wheel speed sensor mounting corrosion)

      Confirm

      • The reading should be at least 350 mV AC; if it is less, the wheel speed sensor must be replaced.

      Repair

      1. Dealers remove the sensor, clean its mounting surface on the bearing, apply rust inhibitor and grease, reinstall it and check peak-to-peak output voltage.
      2. The passage heading states that the repair is cleaning the wheel speed sensor mounting surface.

      Caution

      • Do not pry the sensor out of the bore; prying breaks the sensor body off in the bore.
    Read the sentences of the record
    Fault
    I BEGAN TO NOTICE THAT WHILE EXECUTING LOW SPEED STOPS (CITY DRIVING, STOP AND GO TRAFFIC) MY ABS SYSTEM WOULD ACTIVATE AND THE PUMP COULD BE HEARD AND FELT IN THE BRAKING SYSTEM. (1 more)
    Remedy
    I ENDED UP DEACTIVATING MY ABS SYSTEM COMPLETELY TO CREATE A RELIABLE BRAKING SYSTEM.
    Inspection
    WHEN I TOOK THE CAR IN FOR REPAIR THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THIS WAS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THIS PARTICULAR MODEL, HOWEVER MY VEHICLE WAS NOT A PART OF ANY RECALL. *KB
    Consequence
    THIS CREATED A SAFETY HAZARD AND ALMOST CAUSED SEVERAL ACCIDENTS.

Known issuesSteering intermediate shaft clunk2

  1. Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON XL 1500 ・ 2009-03-03

    2003 GMC Yukon XL 1500 intermediate steering section clunking and loose steering

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

      THEY ARE WELL AWARE THAT THIS WAS A POOR ENGINEERING DESIGN. *TR

    3. 3Correction

      THE DEALER LUBRICATED IT A NUMBER OF TIMES UNTIL THE WARRANTY RAN OUT. (1 more)

      What the documents say to do

      Steering intermediate shaft clunk

      Confirm

      • When properly lubricated, there should be 13 mm (1/2 inch) of grease showing on the shaft splines.

      Repair

      1. Replace the upper intermediate steering shaft assembly.
      2. There are significant differences between the car and truck procedures: the lubricant is applied to a different part of the steering system and uses a different lubrication kit, 26098419.
    Read the sentences of the record
    Fault
    I OWN A 2003 GMC YUKON XL 1500 THAT HAS A CONTINUING PROBLEM WITH THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SECTION MAKING A CLUNKING SOUND AND AS THE SOUND GETS WORSE, THE STEERING BECOMES LOOSE.
    Cause
    THEY ARE WELL AWARE THAT THIS WAS A POOR ENGINEERING DESIGN. *TR
    Remedy
    THE DEALER LUBRICATED IT A NUMBER OF TIMES UNTIL THE WARRANTY RAN OUT. (1 more)
    Outcome
    THE PROBLEM RETURNED AT ABOUT 85000 MILES (= 136,794 km).

  2. Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2013-08-25

    Steering rattle in new vehicle

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

      DEALER RE-GREASED WITH WHAT THEY SAID WAS A NEW GREASE THAT SHOULD SOLVE THE RATTLE PROBLEM.

      What the documents say to do

      Steering intermediate shaft clunk

      Confirm

      • When properly lubricated, there should be 13 mm (1/2 inch) of grease showing on the shaft splines.

      Repair

      1. Replace the upper intermediate steering shaft assembly.
      2. There are significant differences between the car and truck procedures: the lubricant is applied to a different part of the steering system and uses a different lubrication kit, 26098419.
    Read the sentences of the record
    Cause
    I UNDERSTAND THERE IS A REDESIGNED STEERING SHAFT THAT SOLVES THIS RATTLE PROBLEM.
    Remedy
    DEALER RE-GREASED WITH WHAT THEY SAID WAS A NEW GREASE THAT SHOULD SOLVE THE RATTLE PROBLEM.

Known issuesHVAC blower motor resistor module / connector overheating1

  1. Owner complaint2004 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2011-08-11

    Rear air conditioner malfunction

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

    Read the sentences of the record
    Fault
    THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER IN THE REAR NO LONGER FUNCTIONED.
    Cause
    THE CONTACT FELT THAT THE FAILURE OF THE REAR AIR CONDITIONER WAS A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT.
    Remedy
    THE DEALER REPLACED THE POWER CONNECTER AND THE RESISTER BLOWER.

Known issuesCrankshaft position sensor may work intermittently or fail (8.1L V8) - recall 07V-5211

  1. Owner complaint2001 GMC YUKON XL 2500 ・ 2009-12-03

    Engine stalling intermittently due to crank position sensor issue

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

    Read the sentences of the record
    Fault
    THE CRANK CASE POSITION SENSOR SHUTS ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY WHICH CAUSED THE ENGINE TO STALL AND IT MAY NOT RESTART IMMEDIATELY.
    Cause
    THE FAILURE IS RELATED TO NHTSA#07V521000 AND GM RECALL# 06083, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
    Remedy
    A LOCAL MECHANIC REPAIRED THE TRANSMISSION AT FOR LESS THAN $800.
    Inspection
    A DIFFERENT AUTHORIZED DEALER PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND STATED THAT THE CRANK SHAFT POSITION SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.

Known issuesSnap or popping noise from the front of the vehicle (slot the front crossmember mounting holes)1

  1. Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2005-08-04

    Steering column thumping/popping noise and front tire wear since new

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

    Read the sentences of the record
    Cause
    FRONT-END SPECIALIST SAID THAT THERE IS A DEFECT IN GM TORSION BAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM THAT IS CAUSING MOST OF THESE PROBLEMS BUT GM REPS WILL NOT ACKNOWLEDGE OR REMEDY. *JB
    Remedy
    DEALER PACKED INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT WITH GREASE. (2 more)
    Inspection
    DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE NOISE.
    Outcome
    DID NOT WORK. (2 more)

Known issuesInstrument panel cluster gauges stick, flutter or stop working1

  1. Owner complaint2004 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2014-07-25

    Speedometer and dashboard gauges intermittently malfunction

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Not stated

    3. 3Correction

      TO REPAIR THEY HAVE TO REMOVE THE DASHBOARD. *TR

      What the documents say to do

      Instrument panel cluster gauges stick, flutter or stop working

      Repair

      • Dealers replace the instrument panel cluster after verifying the condition.
    Read the sentences of the record
    Fault
    ALSO THE OTHER GAUGES IN DASH BOARD WILL QUIT WORKING. (2 more)
    Remedy
    TO REPAIR THEY HAVE TO REMOVE THE DASHBOARD. *TR
    Inspection
    I CHECKED WITH A MECHANIC AND HE SAYS THIS IS COMMON FOR THE MODEL I HAVE.
    Consequence
    IT HAS CAUSED BOTH MY HUSBAND TICKETS OR WARNINGS BECAUSE IT DOES NOT WORK.

Known issuesReduced Engine Power from throttle body connector crimp, broken wire or grounds1

  1. Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON XL 2500 ・ 2010-03-10

    Service engine light and reduced power mode episodes since November 2008

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Not stated

    3. 3Correction

    Read the sentences of the record
    Fault
    SINCE NOVEMBER 2008, MY 2003 GMC YUKON XL 2500 HAS HAD EPISODES WHERE THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND THE ENGINE GOES INTO REDUCED POWER MODE.
    Remedy
    I HAVE TAKEN IT TO NUMEROUS GM DEALERS TO FIX THE PROBLEM, AND THEY HAVE REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLE AND WIRING HARNESS MULTIPLE TIMES AND THE PROBLEM KEEPS RECURRING.
    Consequence
    THERE HAVE BEEN MANY CLOSE EPISODES WHERE WE WERE ALMOST IN AN ACCIDENT.

Known issuesShift lever position indicator in the instrument cluster may not illuminate (FMVSS 102) - recall 05V-0551

  1. Owner complaint2005 GMC YUKON DENALI XL ・ 2012-05-29

    Gear indicator on instrument panel no longer illuminates

    1. 1Fault

      THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR INDICATOR ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL NO LONGER ILLUMINATED.

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Not stated

    3. 3CorrectionNot repaired

      THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED.

      What the documents say to do

      Shift lever position indicator in the instrument cluster may not illuminate (FMVSS 102) - recall 05V-055

      Repair

      1. Dealers reprogram the instrument panel cluster.
      2. Prepare the vehicle for instrument panel cluster (IPC) reprogramming, then program the IPC using TIS data version 2.25.
    Read the sentences of the record
    Fault
    THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR INDICATOR ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL NO LONGER ILLUMINATED.
    Remedy
    THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED.
    Consequence
    AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT WAS UNAWARE AS TO WHAT GEAR THE VEHICLE WAS ENGAGED.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM6

  1. Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON XL 1500 ・ 2016-06-16

    Reduced engine power warning light flashing randomly, speed reduced to less than 20 MPH

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Not stated

    3. 3Correction

    Read the sentences of the record
    Fault
    THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE PREVIOUS OWNER OF THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A FAILURE WITH THE REDUCED ENGINE POWER WARNING INDICATOR. (1 more)
    Remedy
    THE DEALER REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED BEFORE THE CONTACT OWNED THE VEHICLE. (2 more)
    Outcome
    THE REPAIRS FAILED TO PROVIDE A PERMANENT SOLUTION AND THE WARNING LIGHT CONTINUED TO ILLUMINATE FOR THE REDUCED ENGINE POWER.

  2. Owner complaint2005 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2014-04-02

    Spontaneously shifts into 4LO at any speed

    1. 1Fault

      MY 2005 GMC YUKON XL 1500 WILL SPONTANEOUSLY SHIFT ITSELF INTO 4LO. (6 more)

    2. 2Finding the cause

      I BELIEVE THAT THIS IS A FUNDAMENTAL DEFECT IN GM VEHICLES USING THIS 4 WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM.

    3. 3Correction

      I HAVE ALSO NOT COME ACROSS ANY SORT OF MANUAL FIX, I.E. TURNING OFF THE IGNITION, TAKING THE VEHICLE OUT OF GEAR, BACKING UP, ETC. THIS HAS HAPPENED MORE THAN 5 TIMES, AND HAS ONLY CEASED TO HAPPEN BECAUSE I HAVE REMOVED THE RELAY WHICH CONTROLS THE 4WD SYSTEM.

    Read the sentences of the record
    Fault
    MY 2005 GMC YUKON XL 1500 WILL SPONTANEOUSLY SHIFT ITSELF INTO 4LO. (6 more)
    Cause
    I BELIEVE THAT THIS IS A FUNDAMENTAL DEFECT IN GM VEHICLES USING THIS 4 WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM.
    Remedy
    I HAVE ALSO NOT COME ACROSS ANY SORT OF MANUAL FIX, I.E. TURNING OFF THE IGNITION, TAKING THE VEHICLE OUT OF GEAR, BACKING UP, ETC. THIS HAS HAPPENED MORE THAN 5 TIMES, AND HAS ONLY CEASED TO HAPPEN BECAUSE I HAVE REMOVED THE RELAY WHICH CONTROLS THE 4WD SYSTEM.

  3. Owner complaint2004 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2014-03-31

    Vehicle will not restart after short stops, takes 10 minutes to 4 hours

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

      AT THIS TIME NOT SURE IF IT IS IGNITION SWITCH OR PASS LOCK I KNOW BOTH PARTS SHOULD BE COVERED BECAUSE IT IS A DEFAULT FROM THE MANUFACTURER. *TR

    3. 3Correction

      Not stated

    Read the sentences of the record
    Fault
    WHEN I START THE VEHICLE AND GO TO THE CORNER STORE TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF, COME OUT OF STORE TO RESTART VEHICLE IT WILL NOT START IT MAY TAKE ME 10 MINUTES TO 4 HOURS TO GET THE VEHICLE STARTED AGAIN.
    Cause
    AT THIS TIME NOT SURE IF IT IS IGNITION SWITCH OR PASS LOCK I KNOW BOTH PARTS SHOULD BE COVERED BECAUSE IT IS A DEFAULT FROM THE MANUFACTURER. *TR
    Consequence
    MEANING I HAVE BEEN STRANDED AT GROCERY STORES, WORK, SCHOOL FUNCTIONS.

  4. Owner complaint2001 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2013-08-27

    Fire in center console during highway driving

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

    Read the sentences of the record
    Fault
    THEN THE SMOKE GOT WORSE AND HAD A TERRIBLE ODOR. (3 more)
    Cause
    AT FIRST I THOUGHT THAT IT WAS JUST OIL SPILLED ON EXHAUST SYSTEM. (2 more)
    Remedy
    I AM TRYING TO REPAIR THE WIRING BY REINSULATING EACH WIRE AND THEN RE-BUNDLING THEM. *TR
    Inspection
    IN LOOKING INTO THE BOTTOM IT APPEARS THAT SMALL BITS OF PAPER, RECEIPTS, ETC. HAD FALLEN DOWN ONTO THE WIRING HARNESS BELOW.

  5. Owner complaint2005 GMC YUKON XL 2500 ・ 2010-03-31

    Spontaneous electrical fire in parked vehicle with right rear turn signal flashing

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

      IT WAS RAINING THAT NIGHT, SO IT IS BELIEVED THE RAIN IS WHAT KEPT ENOUGH OXYGEN FROM ENTERING THROUGH THE HOLE.

    3. 3Correction

      Not stated

    Read the sentences of the record
    Fault
    ON MARCH 13, 2010 AT 7 AM I FOUND MY 2005 GMC YUKON XL, WHICH WAS PARKED AND LOCKED IN MY DRIVEWAY AT THE TIME, WITH THE RIGHT REAR TURN SIGNAL FLASHING. (1 more)
    Cause
    IT WAS RAINING THAT NIGHT, SO IT IS BELIEVED THE RAIN IS WHAT KEPT ENOUGH OXYGEN FROM ENTERING THROUGH THE HOLE.
    Inspection
    AFTER THE FIRE WAS INVESTIGATED BY THE MARYLAND STATE FIRE MARSHALL'S OFFICE THE FIRE WAS DETERMINED TO BE ELECTRICAL.
    Consequence
    THE CONTENTS OF THE VEHICLE WERE COVERED IN HEAVY SOOT INCLUDING A BRAND NEW TODDLER CAR SEAT, STROLLER, SOFTBALL GEAR BAG, DVD NOTEBOOK FILLED WITH DVD'S AND VARIOUS TOOLS.

  6. Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2010-02-16

    Vehicle stalls while in motion and when braking

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

      FIGURED OUT IT MAY BE RUNNING OUT OF GAS DUE TO THE GAUGE NOT WORKING.

    3. 3Correction

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    Fault
    VEHICLE STALLS WHILE IN MOTION. (1 more)
    Cause
    FIGURED OUT IT MAY BE RUNNING OUT OF GAS DUE TO THE GAUGE NOT WORKING.
    Remedy
    REPLACED THE FUEL FILTER TWICE. (1 more)

ENGINE3

  1. Owner complaint2001 GMC YUKON XL 2500 ・ 2015-12-24

    Engine stalled at highway speeds without power steering or brakes

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

      AFTER LOOKING AT AN ON-LINE FORUM, THE VEHICLE WITH THE 8.1 LITER ENGIN HAD SOME VEHICLES RECALLED WITH A CAM LOBE SENSOR FAULT WHICH CAUSES THIS TO HAPPEN. (1 more)

    3. 3Correction

      HOWEVER, WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS NEW, THEY HAD ALREADY REPLACE THE SAME PART WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS 3-5 MONTHS OLD.

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    Fault
    WHILE TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE ENGINE STOPPED WORKING / STALLED.
    Cause
    AFTER LOOKING AT AN ON-LINE FORUM, THE VEHICLE WITH THE 8.1 LITER ENGIN HAD SOME VEHICLES RECALLED WITH A CAM LOBE SENSOR FAULT WHICH CAUSES THIS TO HAPPEN. (1 more)
    Remedy
    HOWEVER, WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS NEW, THEY HAD ALREADY REPLACE THE SAME PART WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS 3-5 MONTHS OLD.

  2. Owner complaint2004 GMC YUKON DENALI XL ・ 2015-09-23

    Engine stalls while driving at approximately 60 MPH

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Not stated

    3. 3Correction

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    Fault
    WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH (= 96.6 km/h), THE VEHICLE STALLED. (1 more)
    Remedy
    THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE TAC MODULE AND ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. (1 more)

  3. Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON DENALI XL ・ 2014-11-23

    Vehicle powers down without pattern, reduced engine power light on, steering and brakes hard

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Not stated

    3. 3Correction

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    Fault
    VEHICLE POWERS DOWN WITHOUT ANY PATTERN, RHYME OR REASON. (5 more)
    Remedy
    I HAVE REPLACED THE BATTERY, THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY AND WIRING HARNESS TWICE. (2 more)
    Consequence
    IT PUT ME IN THE DITCH. (1 more)

SERVICE BRAKES3

  1. Owner complaint2004 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2022-04-27

    Sudden speed reduction and high RPMs while driving; later brake engagement and smoke from wheel

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Possibly the proportioning valve.

    3. 3Correction

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    Fault
    While driving on the freeway at 75 mph (= 120.7 km/h) I felt significant reduction in speed and the rpms went pretty high. (5 more)
    Cause
    Possibly the proportioning valve.
    Remedy
    I replaced those anyway.
    Inspection
    This continued to happen sporadically so I took it to my mechanic he inspected the vehicle could not find an issue he also ran a code scan. (3 more)

  2. Owner complaint2001 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2014-10-30

    Brake failure while driving at 30 MPH

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Not stated

    3. 3Correction

      Not stated

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    Fault
    THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH (= 48.3 km/h), THE BRAKES FAILED.
    Inspection
    THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE BRAKE LINES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.
    Outcome
    THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REPAIRED.
    Consequence
    AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A DITCH. (1 more)

  3. Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2014-08-13

    ABS and brake system lights on, vehicle would not stop

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

      ALSO THE WAS RECALL ON SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC RECALL # 42659 RECALL DATE FEB 2004.

    3. 3Correction

      Not stated

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    Fault
    I WAS DRIVEN MY VEHICLE AND MY ABS AND SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM LIGHT CAME ON AND THE VEHICLE WOULDN'T STOP.
    Cause
    ALSO THE WAS RECALL ON SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC RECALL # 42659 RECALL DATE FEB 2004.
    Consequence
    I RAN OFF THE ROAD INTO A FIELD MY PADS AND BRAKE FLUID IS GOOD.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)1

  1. Owner complaint2006 GMC YUKON DENALI XL ・ 2010-01-11

    Traction Active message and power loss when accelerating from stop below 10 MPH

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

      THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A CONDITION PERMITTING CORROSION TO OCCUR BETWEEN THE FRONT HUB/BEARING ASSEMBLY AND THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR.

    3. 3Correction

      Not stated

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    Fault
    INTERMITTENTLY, WHEN MY 2006 GMC YUKON DENALI XL IS AT A STOP LIGHT OR SIGN AND I AM DRIVING LESS THAN 10MPH (= 16.1 km/h) AND I GO TO ACCELERATE (NOT SPINNING THE TIRES AND NOT ON WET OR SLIPPERY SURFACES) THE "TRACTION ACTIVE" MESSAGE DISPLAYS AND I LOSE ALL POWER FOR A COUPLE OF SECONDS.
    Cause
    THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A CONDITION PERMITTING CORROSION TO OCCUR BETWEEN THE FRONT HUB/BEARING ASSEMBLY AND THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR.
    Inspection
    I PRINTED OFF 9 PAGES AND TOOK TO MY DEALER/SERVICE DEPARTMENT (SIMMONS ROCKWELL IN BATH, NY) AND AFTER LOOKING AT THE VEHICLE, THEY SAID THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH IT.
    Consequence
    THIS MANY TIMES HAS LEFT ME IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION WITH ON-COMING TRAFFIC.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING1

  1. Owner complaint2005 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2011-03-16

    Headlights and dash lighting shut off in auto mode while idling

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Not stated

    3. 3Correction

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    Fault
    ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS BETWEEN 2/05/11 AND 3/8/11 WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, WITH HEADLAMPS IN AUTO MODE, IDLING AT A FULL STOP, THE HEADLIGHTS AND DASH LIGHTING SHUT OFF COMPLETELY AND WILL NOT RESET IN AUTO MODE. (1 more)
    Remedy
    GM REPAIRED BY REPLACING A AMBIENT LIGHT SENSOR ON 3/9/11.
    Outcome
    THIS DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM.

STEERING1

  1. Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2004-12-03

    Loud squealing noise when turning left

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

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    Fault
    AT APROX 6000 MILES (= 9,656 km) VEHICLE STARTED MAKING A LOUD SQUEELING NOISE EVERY TIME VEHICLE WAS TURNED TO THE LEFT.
    Cause
    WAS TOLD BY DEALER THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED BEFORE AND THAT THE NOISE IS CAUSED BY A PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE IN THE STEERING GEAR BOX RELIEVING PRESSURE.
    Remedy
    ON SECOND VISIT FOR SAME CONCERN THEY PUT A "CONDITIONER" IN THE STEERING GEAR BOX. (1 more)
    Outcome
    PROBLEM HAS NOT REOCCURED.

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