2004 GMC Yukon XL 1500: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 36 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is electrical system (47% of complaints); the 2002 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 36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“I have 4 michelin tires purchased from costco late 2013, type: lt265/75r16, dot m34n 00cx. Less than 30k miles on all 4. All 4 tires are heavily cracked all around the sidewalls. I called michelin and they stated there is no recall but I've never had or seen any tires do this before and I'm concerned they could potentially cause me to have an accident, explode, or shred while on the highway.”Owner report · Wheels · Oct 2016
“Driving when entire instrument panel went black. Off/on at random. Knocking sound started about the same time. Took car in to be checked out. Was told brake lines were completely rusted, and needed a new transmission. We paid for repair of the instrument panel. Talked to our dealership, holman in cincinnati oh, about breaks. No recall listed. They have never told us the brake lines were rusted. Offered us $150 brake kit to do ourselves (cant do) or they can do it for $1500-2000. Can't afford. It sits in our driveway, epic fail gmc. We bought a honda.”Owner report · Electrical System · Jul 2015
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc yukon xl 1500. The contact stated that there was extensive rust and corrosion near the front windshield area and the rear window. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not recommend a solution. The failure mileage was not available.”Owner report · Structure · Apr 2015
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“Engine turn it self off while moving, doors lock it self, turn signals will not return after turning, then bright lights come on when selecting turn signals, loud rattling noise underneath the car; not sure what it could be. *tr”Owner report · Engine · Mar 2014
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc yukon xl 1500. While driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle began to shake. The engine stalled and lost power. The stability system disabled and reduced engine power warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, turned off the engine, waited, and then restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer who was unable to duplicate and diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.”Owner report · Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · Jan 2014
“Blower motor resistor failed in the truck..when the car is off motor will run and eventually kill the battery... Made several attempts to fix it but the company no longer make this resistor because of the malfunction... So not years later still can't fix it..can't find the resistor and now I have no air no heat for 3 years now. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Jun 2013
“Brake hose in engine compartment developed pinhole leak due to heavy rust. Brake pedal went to the floor. Brake bleeder screws rusted solid- can't bleed lines after repairs. It appears that inferior quality metal brake lines were used that rust easily. This is a very low mileage vehicle. This is a very common problem with these trucks and gm needs to held accountable, and a recall should be issued as very serious crashes may occur. *tr”Owner report · Structure · Jul 2012
“Driver side brake lines were completely rusted through and had to be replaced. Gmc dealer charged me $925.33 and had my truck for 4 days. This truck only has 52,000 miles on it. Please make this a recall.”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Mar 2012
“Speedometer failed to function, gave inconsistent, incorrect speed. Gm dealer reports this as common and acknowledged by gm in this year/model, such that gm extended warranty to 72,000 miles. Since this was noticed past 72,000, gm offers to fix, for a substantial fee. Not knowing speed, or being misled by the speedometer, is a safety hazard. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Oct 2011
“2004 gmc yukon xl. Gas gauge often reads incorrectly, many times pointing way past full or straight down. The volt meter has begun reading incorrectly, showing in excess of 20 volts when driving and in excess of 16 volts when stopped with the engine off (key on). The speedometer has started to read incorrectly often reading 0-10 mph when traveling at 30-40 mph (gauged by traffic). Gm did look at fuel gauge issue 2 years ago, but didn't fix the problem. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Nov 2010
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 2004 GMC Yukon XL 1500 reliable?
NHTSA has 36 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2004 GMC Yukon XL 1500. The most complained-about area is electrical system (47% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2004 GMC Yukon XL 1500 problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 76,000 miles or less.
Does the 2004 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.