7.9

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
5,333 miles

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problem #6

Oct 242022

Yukon 8-cyl

  • miles
We first noticed the vehicle's lack of power and sudden increase when driving at a stop light/sign. We checked and REPLACED spark plugs, cables, coils, and a new battery. We became highly concerned when the vehicle would accelerate while driving and the RPMs would toggle between 500-1500 RPMS without pressing the gas. We immediately took it to an authorized mechanic, who found excessive noise from the transmission area and found debris/metal. No codes were present when a system performance was done. The vehicle only has 68806 miles on the odometer. The transmission had to be fully replaced, which cost over $7k. The replacement was done. This seems to be a common issue (Transmission replacements) with this vehicle as now we're hearing more about it. PLEASE check this as we could have easily been in an accident from the loss or increase of power without notice and NO WARNING lamp indications. This was a very expensive repair caused by the manufacture and not user error. We paid a lot for this particular vehicle and certainly love it but am concerned about this expensive safety/mechanical issue. Please call me for any questions[XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Redding , CA, USA

problem #5

Sep 142022

Yukon

  • miles
When I was merging on the fwy my car accelerated and I couldn-??t slow it down. I had to get off the fwy and break really hard. Driving on the fwy and not being able to control the speed or breaks could of caused an accident or cost us our lives. I have an appointment with the dealer service center on Sept 20, 2022. A few weeks ago I noticed the car was having trouble sifting gears.

- Redlands , CA, USA

problem #4

May 082021

Yukon

  • miles
My 2016 GMC Yukon sle vibrates really bad on high speeds starts from 70mph and up I took it to do a wheel balance and the problem is still there also I check the VIN for any recalls and nothing I search and I have seen that all Chevy Tahoe Cadillac escalade GMC Yukon have the same problem and they havent fix it. Does any one knows how to fix it or if theres gonna be any recall on the problem.. thank you

- Laredo, TX, USA

problem #3

Dec 012016

Yukon

  • 0 miles
The contact owns a 2016 GMC Yukon. The contact stated the seat heater on the driver's side front seat was not heating up properly. The vehicle was taken to rhoden GMC however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was taken to H&H Chevrolet (4645 S 84th St suite a, omaha, ne 68127; (402) 339-2222) for an issue with the infotainment system. The contact was informed there was a electrical short in the wiring and that the antenna needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that since the repair, the instrument panel failed to illuminate normally for short periods of time. Additionally, the blind spot indicator activated independently. The contact also stated that there were issues with the keyfob while attempting to lock the vehicle. The radio screen was also overheated. The contact also stated that while using the heated steering wheel, the cruise control failed to function as designed. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer and was being repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.

- Council Bluffs, IA, USA

problem #2

Jan 012018

Yukon 8-cyl

  • miles
2016 GMC Yukon. Consumer writes in regards to unintended acceleration. The consumer stated when the started it would lurch forward then reverse, 3 inches both ways. When idle the engine would rev between 400-600. Upon accelerating, the engine would vibrate and hesitate. It was discovered unfiltered air was being released into the engine. The filter was repaired. The engine longer revved, but continued to vibrate. On a separate occasion, the vehicle began rolling away after being parked. The consumer attempted reenter the vehicle thus being thrown to the ground. The consumer stated the gear shift freely moves which caused the vehicle to accelerate backward while on a hill. The vehicle rocks when in park and off and oil in the windshield center console leaked

- Spring Branch, TX, USA

problem #1

Oct 172018

Yukon

  • 32,000 miles
1. loss of braking function and could not stop vehicle, loss of control of vehicle on highway and street at speeds of 70 mph. Brake vacuum pump was confirmed defective at dealership 10/17/18. 2. after repair by dealerships brakes did not function correct again, confirmed and stated on dealership invoice 6/28/19 same part number was defective again, dealership that conducted repair on 10/17/19 repaired defective brake with the same defective part. There was another brake issue with the braking system in February as well. 3 brake issues under 1 year and repeat defective part used in dealership for repair. Multiple dates below but 10/17/19 specifies date confirmed at GM dealership ed rinke.

- Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, USA