2001 GMC Yukon XL 1500: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 29 owner complaints on record; most reports concern service brakes, hydraulic; the 2000 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall May 2006
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“A spring from a large vehicle on 20th street ensley exit got inbeded in my tire last night 1/17/17 at about 7:50pm. Which made a big hole and I am in need of a tire. I called aaa and had to get it towed because of how fast air came out and aldot stopped to help but had no plugs. So it was towed”Owner report · Wheels · Jan 2017
“While opening my rear liftgate glass the glass separated from the hinge holding it in place. This caused a safety concern that the only thing keeping my passegner compartment safe was the glass.”Owner report · Visibility/Wiper · Nov 2015
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 gmc yukon xl 1500. While driving at various speeds, the contact noticed a burning odor. The contact also stated that while refueling the vehicle and attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle would not start. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis, however the details of the diagnosis could not be provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000.”Owner report · Electrical System · Oct 2015
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“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 gmc yukon xl 1500. While attempting to open the rear liftgate window, the window detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 189,000.”Owner report · Visibility/Wiper · Sep 2015
“I was driving on the expressway on 04/01/2015 when my vehicle suddenly lost power nearly causing a wreck. I pulled over and the reduced engine power error was illuminated. I turned off my truck and restarted it, I managed to make it home without other incident. The next day, it did it again while on the way to the shop. My mechanic narrowed the problem down to the accelerator sensor located on the gas pedal. It was replaced, but I was concerned about the throttle body as well. While doing research on this, I ran across a number of people with the same problem in newer vehicles. Why hasn't gm recalled this? Do people have to get hurt first before anything is done?”Owner report · Engine · Apr 2015
“Applied brakes to stop in a parking lot. Brake pedal held briefly then went to the floor. Minimal stopping ability at that point. Narrowly missed a suburban which backed out of a parking space in front of me. All brake lines are severely corroded. Requiring replacement of all lines. *tr”Owner report · Service Brakes · Oct 2014
“I noticed wet spots on the road under the truck near the left rear wheel after stopping. After further investigation I noticed that the brake lines are corroded in most places. There is currently a leak in the feed line running to the back brakes at a point near the left rear wheel. The lines look as if they could fail in most places. Currently the truck is nots drivable until the brake lines are replaced. We have had other numerous brake issues with this vehicle as well. *js”Owner report · Service Brakes · Jul 2012
“I pulled out of my driveway, and found that the brake pedal went to the floor. I was able to get back into the driveway. Upon inspection, I found that the brake line junction behind the left front wheel is leaking due to corrosion. *tr”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Apr 2012
“There was a recall on gmc yukon xl 2500 series ABS system campaign id # 05v379000 where the ABS system will engage while braking causing increased braking distance and potential crashes. The problem occurs in the 1500 series as well why was there not a recall for this series which I have and have the same problem with? I called the gmc hotline and my local dealer and they tell me there are no recalls for my model and I don't drive my vehicle because I fear rear ending someone or rolling into an intersection when attempting to stop. *tt”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Mar 2011
“Pulling horse trailer with 2001 gmc yukon xl, brake pedal went to floor, took long distance to stop. Made it back home, saw dripping brake fluid around left rear wheel well. Put truck on floor jack, pulled wheel. Applied brake, observed brake fluid squirt from pinhole in severely corroded brake line (the line attached to the top of the rear axle on driver side). The hole is located in the steel brake line where it joins the junction with the flexible hose and the steel line running to the opposite wheel (near center of rear axle). Will replace line today, will keep old part (corroded line) available. All other steel brake lines have rust in places. *tr”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Oct 2010
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
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Is the 2001 GMC Yukon XL 1500 reliable?
NHTSA has 29 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2001 GMC Yukon XL 1500. The most complained-about area is service brakes, hydraulic.
Does the 2001 GMC Yukon XL 1500 have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning fuel system, gasoline. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.