GMC Yukon Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
Owners have filed 109 complaints with NHTSA about fuel system, gasoline problems on the GMC Yukon across 19 model years. The 1999 model year has the most (15). The words owners use most often: “fuel pump” (43% of reports).
- 109fuel system, gasoline complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 1mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 4related recalls
- 70%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Fuel pump: mentioned in 47 of 109 complaints (43%)
- Gas tank: mentioned in 13 of 109 complaints (12%)
- Control module: mentioned in 8 of 109 complaints (7%)
At what mileage do fuel system, gasoline problems happen?
Based on 58 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 109 complaints, 1 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 1 an injury.
GMC Yukon fuel system, gasoline complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel System, Gasoline complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Yukon | 3 | 2% | 60,000 |
| 2021 Yukon | 12 | 4% | 42,215 |
| 2020 Yukon | 1 | 3% | 42,000 |
| 2015 Yukon | 2 | 0% | 226,000 |
| 2012 Yukon | 1 | 2% | 40,000 |
| 2008 Yukon | 1 | 1% | 23,000 |
| 2007 Yukon | 6 | 1% | 15,303 |
| 2006 Yukon | 1 | 4% | 23,000 |
| 2005 Yukon | 5 | 6% | 77,500 |
| 2004 Yukon | 3 | 2% | 28,000 |
| 2003 Yukon | 12 | 6% | 18,000 |
| 2002 Yukon | 5 | 3% | 35,000 |
| 2001 Yukon | 9 | 5% | 76,600 |
| 2000 Yukon | 12 | 7% | 78,000 |
| 1999 Yukon | 15 | 7% | 64,500 |
| 1998 Yukon | 5 | 6% | 200,000 |
| 1997 Yukon | 8 | 6% | 250,000 |
| 1996 Yukon | 4 | 6% | 88,000 |
| 1995 Yukon | 4 | 4% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (4)
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump:control/drive module
Model years: 2021
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump power control module may cause the fuel pump to fail or operate intermittently, which can interrupt fuel flow to the engine, and cause an unexpected engine stall.
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump power control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 14, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212332040.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Model years: 2021
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon vehicles. The fuel tank assemblies may be missing adhesive between two layers of the fuel tank shell which may result in a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212327720.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Model years: 2020
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.
Risk: Over-pressurization can crack the fuel pump and cause leaks, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192283991.
Fuel system, gasoline
Model years: 2009
Problem: Gm is recalling 27,188 my 2009 cadillac escalade, escalade hybrid, escalade esv, and escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche, suburban, tahoe, tahoe hybrid, and colorado; and gmc yukon, yukon hybrid, yukon xl, and canyon vehicles. The fuel system control modules may have a condition in which an adhesive separation of the room temperature vulcanizing (rtv) seal between the seal and the housing may allow water to seep into the module.
Risk: Water in the module could cause a short or open circuit, illumination of the service engine soon lamp, setting of diagnostic trouble codes or the engine may be hard to start, may not start or may stall increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install a new fuel system control module free of charge. The recall began on may 18, 2009. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and gmc at 1-866-996-9463 or at www.gmownercenter.com.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while attempting to make a left turn at an intersection, the vehicle lost automotive power while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle was towed to a local Firestone, where the fuel pump module was replaced. The local dealer was…
The contact owns a 2021 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure…
The contact owns a 2021 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered. The message to restart the vehicle was displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle shut off unexpectedly. Additionally, the check engine warning light was illuminated the day…
The contact owns a 2021 GMC Yukon. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump module had failed and needed to be…
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to crank or start-up. After several attempts, the vehicle failed to start. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed…
Frequently asked questions
Do all GMC Yukons have fuel system, gasoline problems?
No. NHTSA has 109 owner complaints about fuel system, gasoline for the GMC Yukon. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the GMC Yukon fuel system, gasoline?
Yes: 4 safety recalls list fuel system, gasoline. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about fuel system, gasoline problems on the GMC Yukon?
The most frequent phrase is “fuel pump”, in 47 of 109 complaints, followed by “gas tank” (13).
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