10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
39,407 miles

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problem #12

May 032005

Yukon

  • miles
ABS braking system totally failed and went out. Replaced ABS. Was told by two different mechanics that they had replaced a lot of these systems recently. Parking brake went out. Used, maybe 5 times. Have not replaced yet. Was also told that it was common for this system to go out without use.

- Cypress, TX, USA

problem #11

Nov 012004

Yukon 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 30,000 miles
GMC Yukon anti lock brake problems. Activation during slow speed stops.

- Jericho, VT, USA

problem #10

May 012005

Yukon 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Contact states the ABS comes on while driving approximately 5 mph, causing the manual brakes to pump at low speed, leading to extended stopping distances. The service dealer replaced the right front hub and the sensor. The ABS light did not illuminate, indicating there were some problems with the ABS. This occurred during normal weather conditions.

- Greenlawn, NY, USA

problem #9

May 022005

Yukon 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 23,000 miles
I read about the investigation about the brakes on GM's SUV's. I have a 2001 GMC Yukon and when you apply the brakes, just before it stops the anti-lock brakes starts pulsing and the vehicle continues forward 3 to 10 feet. The vehicle is at the dealer right now getting the oil changed and I am getting a quote on the brakes. I called GM's warranty division and they said it is not a recall yet. My file # IS1-332799234.

- Bloomington, IL, USA

problem #8

May 022005

Yukon 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 40,000 miles
The antilock brakes on my 2001 GMC Yukon XL [xxx] activate at low speeds and when cornering on dry pavement. This is annoying and disconcerting. I feel that my stopping distance is increased and pedal effort is also increased. The problem is getting worse. Information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- Flint, MI, USA

problem #7

Mar 102005

Yukon

  • Automatic transmission
  • 43,739 miles
I was driving home and my anti-lock brake light came on. I drove home and turned off the car but it did not completely shut off. The battery was disconnected at the advice of the dealer as to not cause further damage. The car was towed to the dealership to fix. The cause of the problem was the ebcm internal relay shorted out causing ABS pump to constantly run. The part was replaced costing over $1200. This also caused damage to the battery so it was also replaced.

- Lancaster, CA, USA

problem #6

Jun 032004

Yukon 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 44,996 miles
The ebcm went out on my 2001 GMC Yukon ABS system causing the ABS pump to run continually even without the key on. Pulling the fuse stopped the pump from running, but I don't have ABS, which to me is a safety concern. GM should recall this module for safety reasons, especially since there is a long list of vehicals with this known problem. I have not replaced this part due to the $1000 price from the dealer, nor do I intend to until GM issues a recall on this defective part. For the money that I gave GM for this vehical, I expect more customer service that this, I have given them enough money for them to just brush my safety (and others' safety as well) aside.

- Ms State University, MS, USA

problem #5

Apr 122004

Yukon

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer called and complained about brakes, intermittently at every 600 miles average, the ABS system need to be replaced at consumer's expenses. Dealer indicated that consumer needed to clean the sensor and the bearing, . also, they stated that GMC and NHTSA has a tsb on this issues.

- Webster, NY, USA

problem #4

Aug 122003

Yukon 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 40,900 miles
Brakes would lock up for no apparent reason. No warnings were given this continued several times with the dealership continually saying that there was no problem until I dropped the vehicle off at the dealership with the brakes (all four) completely locked up.

- Havre De Grace, MD, USA

problem #3

Aug 252001

Yukon 4WD

  • miles
While braking on a rough surface at construction zone ABS activated, causing nearly complete loss of stopping ability.

- Framingham, MA, USA

problem #2

Aug 062001

Yukon

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Intermittent stalling when making a right turn. Dealer was notified, and informed consumer that they could not duplicate the problem. Consumer states dealer loaned a vehicle data recorder, however problem has not occurred since August 6th, after vehicle stalls it will start back up without a problem. ABS experienced erratic operation. Front passenger seat belt needed replaced.

- San Diego, CA, USA

problem #1

Apr 152001

Yukon 4WD

  • miles
While braking on a rough road, ABS came on without cause and created a total loss of braking ability.

- Framingham, MA, USA