10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
45,239 miles

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problem #60

May 182017

Yukon 8-cyl

  • 47,500 miles
The tail lights stop working or they flicker like there's a loose connection or something not making contact I E seen other complaints about the same thing and GM now has a new improved tail light but the old ones all fail all stop working. On the braking system it doesn't brake when going a low speed without giving it gas I have to pump N push the brakes all the way down or give it a lil gas to be able to stop or brake the lights flicker or stop working while driving stop all the time the dealer wants 1500-2000 to replace em the lights.. they are defective and should be recalled their bad workmanship shouldn't be mine our anybody else that has this vehicle burden this is not a cheap vehicle I paid over $50,000 used for about a year.. I need your help. The brakes need to be fixed also because at low speeds with no gas on the pedal I can roll into something hit something or someone.

- Signal Hill, CA, USA

problem #59

Jan 012020

Yukon

  • 113,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that the brake light failed to illuminate when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact received a customer satisfaction program regarding the brake light. The contact was informed that the vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 18V586000 (steering) and 19V645000 (service brakes, hydraulic). Stanley wood Chevrolet Buick GMC (1674 batesville blvd, batesville, ar 72501, (870) 390-4093) was contacted and an appointment was scheduled to have the vehicle repaired under the recalls. The contact was also informed that the mileage was exceeded under the customer satisfaction program. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 113,000.

- Batesville, AR, USA

problem #58

Feb 282020

Yukon

  • 61,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 GMC Yukon. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19V761000 (service brakes, hydraulic, service brakes, electronic stability control). The vehicle was taken to the keller motors located at (700 Cadillac ln, hanford, ca 93230) where the computer was reprogrammed. The contact stated that after the reprogramming, the brake lights started to work intermittently. The vehicle also stalled with several warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the seatbelt unbuckled and open or close driver's window warning lights were illuminated. The contact was informed by the dealer that the reprogramming was not the cause of the failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 61,000.

- Hanford, CA, USA

problem #57

Feb 292020

Yukon

  • 84,000 miles
Upon pressing the brakes while parking, pedal started vibrating and brake pedal became impossible to press. Pedal continues to remain hard to press for braking.

- West Blocton, AL, USA

problem #56

Jan 072019

Yukon

  • 62,000 miles
Tail lamps would intermittently operate. At times none would work at others some would work. And others all would work. GMC finally addresses this with: N182180270 (special coverage). GMC was aware of this issue on or prior to November 26, 2019. They stated notifications to customers would begin on December 12, 2019. I was notified today 2-12-2020 well after GMC was aware of issues. GMC allows for warranty of 6 years after placed in service or 72,000 miles. Since my vehicle had 902 miles at time of purchase my warranty expired at 72,902 miles. Had GMC made me aware in December or too after knowing in late Nov 2019 I would still have been under warranty for a resolution to fix issues. There willful negligence in failing to notify me hindered their available warranty under special coverage of no use to me to my detriment of several hundred dollars (~$1800 usd).

- Highland Village, TX, USA

problem #55

Dec 092019

Yukon 8-cyl

  • miles
2015 GMC Yukon. Consumer writes seeking reimbursement for vehicle repairs related to safety recall.

- Levelland, TX, USA

problem #54

Sep 262019

Yukon 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 39,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 GMC Yukon. While driving at an unknown speed, the ABS and brake warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to Buick GMC of kirkland (12335 120th ave ne, kirkland, wa 98034, (877) 505-6211) where it was diagnosed that the front driver and passenger side wheel speed sensors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 19V761000 (electronic stability control, service brakes, hydraulic, service brakes). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 39,000.

- Woodinville, WA, USA

problem #53

Nov 152019

Yukon

  • 77,500 miles
Tail lamps, tail lamps tail lamps! non serviceable led illumination bulb circuit is faulty leading to intermittent operation. Having part time brake light is against the law and more important to me, leaves my family in an unsafe situation. Web search leads to many motorist having the same problem as I. as a paying taxpayer we should not be sold faulty goods that may have dire consequences.

- Tucson, AZ, USA

problem #52

Oct 262018

Yukon

  • 80,000 miles
When traveling at low speeds, less than 5 mph, the brake pedal will become hard to push and car will not come to a complete stop, but will roll to a stop. This can happen trying to pull into a tight spot or while in a drive-thru or in stop and go traffic or simply your own garage or backing out of a driveway or four way stop, the list can go on and on. It happens on a daily basis. I took to the certified dealer to have the recall performed but apparently the recall will not work on my vehicle as the vacuum pump needs to be replaced. When it first happened was Oct 2018 and had about 80K miles on it. It continues to happen and needs to be fixed. It is a 2015 Yukon and should not be having this type of problem. It is ridiculous that GMC is aware of the problem but wants to not recall for the part to be replaced but have anyone having the problem come in and see if the software update will take care of the problem. Then at that time lets charge the customer well over $600 to have the pump replaced instead of making it right by the customers. I will be taking my car else where to have the part replaced for half the cost to me. This has been a waste of time and I could had taken else where to begin with months ago, if I would had known the type of recall that GMC would be giving. When you pay more than $60K for a vehicle these type of problems should not happen.

- Burlison, TN, USA

problem #51

Aug 122019

Yukon

  • 48,235 miles
While traveling on a highway to work-related camp, upon arrival, co-workers informed me one of my brake lights was out. Brakelight worked sporadically before completely going out for about 2 weeks finally being able to show service department. Researched cargurus and numerous people reported the circuit cracks and eventually burns out. Design flaw which turns into a safety issue!!! recall is needed!!!

- Hopkinsville, KY, USA

problem #50

Sep 052018

Yukon

  • 70,000 miles
There is and had been a known defect with 2015, 2016 and 2017 GMC Yukon and denali rear tail lights shorting out. GMC has not issued a recall, however, many have complained. The led tail light circuit board is cracks which causes a shirt that causes the lights to not work. If you search the internet, it is very clear this is a huge issue with Yukon owners. Yet, GMC will not issue a recall. New tail light cost $1,000. This is clearly a manufacturing defect. If you could please look into this, we would all be grateful. I am concerned my young family will be seriously injured if the lights stop working and they are hit in the rear.

- Huntington, WV, USA

problem #49

Aug 082019

Yukon

  • 60,000 miles
Rear brake light assembly failing to light when brakes applied and there is not a notification to the driver. This is a manufacture flaw with the led light circuit inside the assembly. There is not a light out notification so the driver is not aware the brake light has failed. This is a safety issue and is an well known issue on the 2015-2019 Yukon. This is occurring often and GMC is having problems with supplying replacements because the demand is so high from the failure. GMC has also raised the price of the brake light by 30% from $425 to $675 not including labor. I called the dealer and they informed it was a high failing item and was on backorder and not sure when they would get one. Driving the vehicle without proper brake lights is a safety concern and not legal so left with little option but to stop driving the Yukon.

- Grapevine, TX, USA

problem #48

Apr 192019

Yukon

  • 36,000 miles
Rear brake and tail lights do not work intermittently. Sometimes the lights work and sometimes they don't.

- Overland Park, KS, USA

problem #47

Jul 302019

Yukon

  • 81,900 miles
While sitting still at a drive through, brake pedal went to floor as if it had no pressure. Had no brakes! no matter how hard I stood on pedal the car would not come to complete stop when rolling. Blew through stop signs and lights because even at 10 mph could not stop vehicle from rolling. Had just got off interstate doing 70 mph. Down hill grade was impossible. Found out that this was a known issue by GM involving failure of vacuum pump booster. Many reports, hopefully not many deaths caused.

- Columbia, TN, USA

problem #46

Jun 262019

Yukon

  • 48,000 miles
Both brake lights work intermittently. If you tap hard on it they sometimes come back on but don't stay on. I took to GMC dealer where they informed me they've had a dozen Yukon's in recently with the same issue. Dealer indicated issue is faulty circuit board that overheats causing the lights to short out. I'm out of manufacturers warranty. Extended warranty does not cover lights. Dealer charges $800 per light (part only).

- Mesa, AZ, USA

problem #45

Oct 132017

Yukon

  • 70,000 miles
Brakes don't work well when traveling at low rates of speed. Stopping requires brakes to be pressed to the ground and still may not stop. I have almost had several accidents even after having the issue 'repaired' last year. I've had the problem assessed at 3 different mechanics. I have had to throw my car into park to avoid hitting cars in front of me. Brakes fail while driving in places such as traffic jams, drive thru, school pick up, etc. This is a huge safety hazard and fear that my children may be hurt if this issue is not corrected by the manufacturer. Steering becomes nearly impossible when the brake issues occur. This is an ongoing problem for the last 1.5- 2 years. Also, the tail lights continue to go out even after paying hundreds of dollars for replacements.

- Lufkin, TX, USA

problem #44

Jun 012019

Yukon

  • miles
Very hard/ stiff brake-pedal. It's very hard to stop the vehicle at any speed. I already replaced the brake pads and the problem still continues, is a very dangerous hazards to the drive the vehicle in that condition. The hard /stiff pedestal is in the city and the highway.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

problem #43

Jun 202019

Yukon

  • 52,000 miles
Brake light failure. First on driver's side then months later on passenger side. Vehicle was in motion. Hundreds of complaints are posted on the internet yet GM will not recall.

- Apex, NC, USA

problem #42

Jun 172019

Yukon

  • 24,554 miles
Tail/brake lights failed causing a safety concern. Took vehicle in to GMC dealer for repair. Left tail light (actually the entire printed circuit board) was replaced, right is on back order. Vehicle out of factory warranty and even though we had an extended bumper to bumper warranty, the work was not covered. This is a frequent issue, I have discovered on line, according to many owners of GMC SUVS and trucks between the 2015 and 2018 models. Cost of repair including both tail lights is $1617.05. GMC supported me by covering $600 of the cost so I paid $1017.05 out of pocket for 2 tail lights that should not have failed. I have only 24554 miles on the vehicle and have never had an accident. Additional to that, the 2 front seat belts are fraying which may lead to weakness eventually causing a safety issue. I want GMC to cover all costs related to repair of these two problems. There should be a recall regarding both. Seat belt problem has been on going for months and the tail light thing just happened on Monday, June 17, 2019.

- Los Gatos, CA, USA

problem #41

Jun 052019

Yukon

  • 76,000 miles
Vehicle fails to stop properly at low speeds. Brakes become 'hard' and vehicle will roll to a stop. Brake lights appear to have a short and work intermittently.

- Rapid City, SD, USA

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