KnownCarProblems2006 GMC Yukon Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 27 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 GMC Yukon, most often about the other or unspecified (22% of complaints). It is 27th of 28 Yukon model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2006 GMC Yukon problems
Other or unspecified
6 complaints · 22%The rear tailgate actuator quit working. The remote nor the key would unlock the rear tailgate. This quit working with no warning and no prior issues. Also the remote controls have had to be re-keyed many times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was the actuator originally replaced under warranty. I received a…
Bonddogbonddog august 2006 edited june 2015 in GMC I purchased my 2006 Yukon last september 2005. I now have 24,000 miles on it. Over the last month I have had it into the dealer three times for the same problem. The problem is that while driving the vehicle it will suddenly lose almost all power. The information…
Steering
5 complaints · 19%Half of these problems showed up before 111,500 miles.
I just bought this vehicle.steering hesitation during low speed turning. Rpm didn't change the hesitation. I had the same problems with the police patrol vehicles at work. All the power steering pumps were changed to correct this hesitation. This should be a recall for all affected vehicles.
The contact owns a 2006 GMC Yukon. While accelerating from a stop light, the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The traction active warning indicator illuminated. Also, when making turns, the steering wheel made an abnormal noise. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an…
Air bags
5 complaints · 19%Parts named most often: srs malfunction warning lamp/light.
I'm having a problem with my right front tire hub being damaged noticed a recall however when I looked at my VIN number it did not come up. Can someone please look into this as it is very costly for me to fix and I'm not the original owner so therefore I would like to find out if this hub problem with axel was ever…
Airbag failed function due to lack of inflator performance during my husbands head-on crash and he suffered collar bone and rib fractures,massive head trauma resulting in a crainiotomy,brain damage and death one month later. The vehicle was travelling at 45mph on a paved two lane street.
Electrical
4 complaints · 15%The rear liftgate will not unlock or open & rear liftgate window will not unlock or open. This is a significant safety hazard for persons traveling in vehicle, as there would not be any means to exit the rear of the vehicle via the rear liftgate or rear liftgate window in an emergency (especially for my children who…
The contact owns a 2006 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that the air conditioner in the front of the vehicle was not operable. The vehicle would not power off even when shifted in the off position. The vehicle's battery must be disconnected to power off the vehicle. The contact stated that the failures were…
Engine
3 complaints · 11%Parts named most often: engine.
In december 2010 the camshaft in the 5.3l gm engine reportedly delaminated causing one or more lifters to gall and fail requiring a new engine. I purchased a factory 5.3l engine from a gm dealer and had that installed by a certified mechanic with the assurance of a 3 year 100,000 mile warranty. 28 august my wife told…
Body and structure
3 complaints · 11%Parts named most often: body.
In a camping situation we could only exit from the rear hatch and it could not be opened from the inside. Also, when attempting to unlock the mechanism would not unlock the hatch. This was a very unsafe scenario - locked in the car with no door exit. Finally, climbed from the window. Once home we realized how this was…
Airbag failed function due to lack of inflator performance during my husbands head-on crash and he suffered collar bone and rib fractures,massive head trauma resulting in a crainiotomy,brain damage and death one month later. The vehicle was travelling at 45mph on a paved two lane street.
Doors and locks
3 complaints · 11%I locked the car and heard the beep confirming that all doors are locked but found that the back door is still opened. Later I discovered that the center lock actuator is not operating at all.
The contact owns a 2006 GMC Yukon denali. The contact stated that the vehicle blower motor failed. The blower motor caused the windshield not to be able to defrost and the heather to fail. In addition, the rear door lock failed and could not be opened or locked/unlocked manually or when using the electronic key…
Fuel system
3 complaints · 11%After filling my gas tank completely on my 2006 Yukon, the fuel gauge registers empty and the low fuel light comes on. This also happens when my gas tank gets below a half tank. This is an erratic problem causing concern over the correct level of fuel in my vehicle. My parents 2008 trailblazer also has the same exact…
I'm having a problem with my right front tire hub being damaged noticed a recall however when I looked at my VIN number it did not come up. Can someone please look into this as it is very costly for me to fix and I'm not the original owner so therefore I would like to find out if this hub problem with axel was ever…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2006 GMC Yukon recalls
Equipment: labels
Risk: A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on march 31, 2006. Owners may contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, hummer at 1-800-732-5493, pontiac at 1-800-620-7668, saturn at 1-800-972-8876, or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Full defect summary
Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were shipped with tire and loading information labels listing an inacccurate vehicle capacity weight.
Steering: hose, piping, and connections
Risk: If this were to occur, power steering assist would be lost and increased steering effort would be required. On vehicles equipped with hydro-boost power brakes, it could also result in loss of power brake assist and increased braking effort would be required. If the power steering fluid spray were to spray onto hot engine parts, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the power steering hose(s) for two suspect date codes and replace them if required. The recall will begin on october 14, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727, or hummer at 1-800-732-5493.
Full defect summary
Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with a power steering hose that is not to specification. Under extreme steering maneuvers, such as turning the steering wheel fully to the left or right while braking, the hose may fracture and leak fluid.
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 2006 GMC Yukon
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 GMC Yukon?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: other or unspecified (6 complaints); steering (5 complaints, typically around 111,500 miles); air bags (5 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2006 GMC Yukon have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from December 7, 2005 (equipment). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2006 a bad year for the GMC Yukon?
- It is 27th of 28 Yukon model years by number of complaints, with 27 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.