KnownCarProblems2005 GMC Yukon XL Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 42 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 GMC Yukon XL, most often about the electrical (31% of complaints, typically around 60,000 miles). It is 19th of 27 Yukon XL model years by number of complaints and has 5 recalls.
Most common 2005 GMC Yukon XL problems
Electrical
13 complaints · 31%Half of these problems showed up before 60,000 miles. Parts named most often: instrument cluster/panel.
Tl contact owns a 2005 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that the speedometer malfunctioned and would not display the speed that she was driving. The dealer was contacted and stated that there was a related recall; however, her vehicle identification number was not included and refused to offer any assistance with the…
Tl contact owns a 2005 GMC Yukon XL. While driving approximately 70 MPH he noticed that most of the gauges on the instrument cluster were no longer working. He stated that the temperature gauge was working. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who performed a diagnostic test and stated that the instrument…
Brakes
8 complaints · 19%Parts named most often: antilock, antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip.
At low speeds 3-5 MPH the anti-lock brakes engage - which cause the vehicle to travel longer distances to stop. This has caused several near misses. I have since removed the ABS fuse after reading the detroit news about similar problems in canada and a national recall to solve the problem. Gm has yet to recall this…
: the contact stated while traveling 15 MPH, the vehicle's brakes failed and the contact had to use the emergency brake to stop the vehicle. The service dealer replaced the master cylinder, but this had not corrected the issue. The brakes had failed on two other occasions, but the dealer could not find the problem.
Engine
7 complaints · 17%The contact owns a 2005 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that there was a flapping noise that came from the exhaust. There were exhaust fumes inside the cabin of the vehicle as well. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where they determined that the manifold bolts were corroded fractured. The failure had also…
At 70 MPH on a freeway, reduced engine power message came on and vehicle lost power slowing to 20mph. Dangerous with all the traffic around.
Steering
4 complaints · 10%Parts named most often: column.
- the contact heard a beeping noise at the rear of the 2005 GMC yukon when she slowed down to make a turn while driving at 15 MPH. She heard this noise for about 5 seconds. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, and they lubricated the column boot. The contact stated this did not fix the problem. The vehicle…
Tl contact owns a 2005 GMC Yukon XL. While making either a left or right turn at 10 MPH, the contact could hear a loud popping or clicking sound. She took the vehicle to a local dealer and they adjusted the straps, lubed the front, and tightened the cross member bolts. The failure was also present in the rear of the…
Fuel system
4 complaints · 10%Parts named most often: delivery.
Tl contact owns a 2005 GMC Yukon XL. Since june 26, 2009, the fuel pump fails to pump gasoline, which prevents the vehicle from starting. The vehicle has not been inspected and the contact feels that this is a safety hazard. The failure mileage was 85,000. Updated 08/21/09. Updated 08/26/09.
Transmission
3 complaints · 7%Parts named most often: automatic transmission, transfer case (4-wheel drive).
Suspension
3 complaints · 7%Parts named most often: rear, front.
- the contact heard a beeping noise at the rear of the 2005 GMC yukon when she slowed down to make a turn while driving at 15 MPH. She heard this noise for about 5 seconds. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, and they lubricated the column boot. The contact stated this did not fix the problem. The vehicle…
Tl contact owns a 2005 GMC Yukon XL. While making either a left or right turn at 10 MPH, the contact could hear a loud popping or clicking sound. She took the vehicle to a local dealer and they adjusted the straps, lubed the front, and tightened the cross member bolts. The failure was also present in the rear of the…
Wheels and tires
3 complaints · 7%Parts named most often: pressure monitoring and regulating systems, hub.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2005 GMC Yukon XL recalls
Engine: engine and engine cooling
Risk: If the damper comes loose, a fuel leak may result. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip free of charge. The recall began on august 31, 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and gmc trucks at 1-866-996-9463.
Full defect summary
On certain trucks equipped with an 8.1l v8 (rpo l8-VIN g) engine have a condition in which the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture resulting in inadequate retention of the damper.
Brakes: pedals and linkages
Risk: This could result in a loss of brakes which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicles for the brake pedal pushrod retainer and install one if it is missing free of charge. The manufacturer began contacting owners by telephone on march 10, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or gmc at 1-866-996-9463.
Full defect summary
On certain sport utility vehicles, the brake pedal pushrod retainer may be missing. If the retainer is missing, the brake booster pushrod could disengage from the brake pedal.
Transmission: shift pattern indicator
Risk: The vehicle may move in an unintended direction resulting in possible injury to others outside of the vehicle.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the instrument panel cluster free of charge. The recall began on february 14, 2005. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, and gmc at 1-866-996-9463.
Full defect summary
Certain sport utility vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock and transmission braking effect." under certain vehicle starting conditions, the shift lever position indicator located in the instrument panel cluster may not illuminate. If the shift lever position indicator does not illuminate, the driver may not know which gear the vehicle is in.
Brakes: service brakes, hydraulic
Risk: If a separation occurred and the hood of the vehicle were open, fragments from the accumulator could cause injury to people in the immediate area. The presence of this crack or fractured surface could allow the hydraulic fluid to leak from the accumulator circuit of the booster assembly. The loss of fluid would cause increased steering and braking effort and a crash may occur without prior warning.
Fix: Dealers will test the hydro-boost assembly for functional operation of the two-function valve. If the hydro-boost assembly fails the test, dealers will replace the assembly free of charge. The recall began on march 23, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc trucks at 1-866-996-9463 and hummer at 1-800-732-5493.
Full defect summary
Certain trucks, sport utility vehicles, and vans equipped with bosch hydro-boost brake assemblies, the hydraulic brake booster pressure accumulator may crack and separate from the hydro-boost assembly during normal operating conditions.
Fuel system: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk: If the tube retainer screw breaks, fuel could leak from the fuel rail crossover joint, the engine may stall and, if an ignition source were present, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel rail crossover tube and, if necessary, replace the retainer screws. Owners were notified by telephone on july 30, 2004, with a followup owner letter began august 5, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or gmc at 1-866-996-9463. Note: the gm bulletin lists the tahoe and yukon models because canadian vehicles are included in the bulletin. No u.s. Tahoe or yukon vehicles are included in the u.s. Campaign.
Full defect summary
On certain sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with 5.3l (rpo l59) v8 engines, the engine fuel rail crossover tube retainer screws were not manufactured to specifications and may break.
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 2005 GMC Yukon XL
- What are the most common problems with the 2005 GMC Yukon XL?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (13 complaints, typically around 60,000 miles); brakes (8 complaints); engine (7 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2005 GMC Yukon XL have?
- 5 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from August 3, 2006 (engine). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2005 a bad year for the GMC Yukon XL?
- It is 19th of 27 Yukon XL model years by number of complaints, with 42 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.