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2004 GMC Yukon XL 1500 Problems and Recalls

Owners filed 36 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 GMC Yukon XL 1500, most often about the electrical (50% of complaints, typically around 64,000 miles). It is the 3rd most complained-about Yukon XL 1500 model year since 2000.

Complaints36
Recalls0
Crashes reported0
Fires reported0
Injuries reported0

Most common 2004 GMC Yukon XL 1500 problems

  1. Electrical

    18 complaints · 50%

    Half of these problems showed up before 64,000 miles. Parts named most often: instrument cluster/panel.

    Speedometer on 2004 GMC yukon xl froze at 60 MPH. At next use speeds registered up to 120 MPH. Currently still stuck at 60 MPH when parked with engine off.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2007, at 63,775 miles
    I started having problems with the speedometer becoming erratic on my 2004 GMC yukon xl about 2 weeks ago. Nothing seems to fix it and it is really a safety issue. As a member of the US military and a firefighter I feel I put my life on the line enough. I have found several web-sites with literally thousands of people…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2007, at 53,885 miles

  2. Engine

    7 complaints · 19%

    Half of these problems showed up before 87,500 miles.

    Was driving on I-75 when vehicle kept stalling happened 3 times with no warning called GMC and they said there is no reason for it and they could not help. Lost control of vehicle because it totally shut down had no steering and had to jam foot hard on brake pedal to stop vehicle.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2009, at 77,000 miles
    2004 GMC yukon xl: while driving at normal speeds this vehicle will have a warning light come on that says "reduced engine speed" then it shuts down to 30 MPH instantly. There is no time for reaction. This problem occurs intermittently. It has happened over 50 times! A few of the times almost resulted in fatal…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2012, at 98,000 miles

  3. Brakes

    4 complaints · 11%

    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 to NHTSA, 2012, at 52,000 miles
    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…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2012, at 51,611 miles

  4. Speed control

    3 complaints · 8%

    2004 GMC yukon xl: while driving at normal speeds this vehicle will have a warning light come on that says "reduced engine speed" then it shuts down to 30 MPH instantly. There is no time for reaction. This problem occurs intermittently. It has happened over 50 times! A few of the times almost resulted in fatal…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2012, at 98,000 miles
    When driving whether highway or city streets, the car will without notice slow down to about 15mph. A code of "reduced engine power" is displayed on the dash. The car will not go any faster than 15mph, even with you foot on the gas petal. I have had the car in the shop more times than I can count. They keep replacing…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2015, at 155,000 miles

Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.

2004 GMC Yukon XL 1500 recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.

Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.

Questions about the 2004 GMC Yukon XL 1500

What are the most common problems with the 2004 GMC Yukon XL 1500?
By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (18 complaints, typically around 64,000 miles); engine (7 complaints, typically around 87,500 miles); brakes (4 complaints).
How many recalls does the 2004 GMC Yukon XL 1500 have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2004 GMC Yukon XL 1500. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
Is the 2004 a bad year for the GMC Yukon XL 1500?
It is the 3rd most complained-about Yukon XL 1500 model year since 2000, with 36 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.

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