2003 Chevrolet Yukon Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 18, 2021 · 14 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Yukon years
Far more complaints than other years 1st of 6 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Chevrolet Yukon. That is the most of any Yukon model year in the database (6 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (9 complaints, 64%), typically at around 58,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 5 defect investigations involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2003 Chevrolet Yukon problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System9 · ~58,000 mi
Steering2 · ~10,000 mi
Engine1 · ~103,000 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~34,731 mi
Tires1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System964%58,000——
Steering214%10,000——
Engine17%103,000——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic17%34,731——
Tires17%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2006, with 3 complaints
2004: 1200412005: 2200522006: 3200632007: 2200722008: 1200812010: 1201012013: 1201312014: 2201422021: 120211

n = 14 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2003 Chevrolet Yukon recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 Chevrolet Yukon.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Brake line corrosion failure (EA11001) — opened Jan 5, 2011, closed Apr 8, 2015.
  • Parking brake failure (DP05009) — opened Dec 20, 2005, closed May 31, 2006.
  • Hydraulic pump failres (EA04012) — opened Apr 30, 2004, closed Feb 28, 2005, led to recall 05V005000.
  • Parking brake failure (EA04011) — opened Apr 9, 2004, closed May 10, 2005, led to recall 05V161000.
  • Steel wheel rim fracture (PE03026) — opened Jun 12, 2003, closed Nov 3, 2003.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Yukon equip with Michelin X Radial LT2 tires sized 265/75R16 DOT M34N00CX. The contact stated that while driving in the rain the turning corners the vehicle would become unstable and slide and on 2 separate occasions while driving approximately 20 mph and making a…

Tires · received Oct 18, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11437212

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet yukon. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the rpms gauge failed and the speedometer failed to display accurate readings. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not…

Electrical System · received Nov 13, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10654865

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet yukon. The contact stated that the speedometer and the fuel gauge failed to provide accurate reading levels. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was…

Electrical System · received May 22, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10593474

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet yukon denali. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the stability disabled reduced engine power light illuminated. The contact mentioned that the failure occurred once before. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis but no cause…

Engine · received Feb 28, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10500748

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Electrical System · received Feb 11, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10308695

Other Chevrolet Yukon years

← 2002 Yukon

YearComplaintsRecalls
2003140
2002 Yukon60
2001 Yukon60
2000 Yukon80
1999 Yukon60
1998 Yukon50

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Chevrolet Yukon?

Owners most often report electrical system, steering, engine problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 9 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2003 Chevrolet Yukon?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2003 Chevrolet Yukon a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Yukon model years, the 2003 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.