2008 GMC Yukon GMC Yukon 2008

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2008 GMC Yukon repairs by problem area

Engine (21%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (25%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (6%)

Chart based on 107 repairs.
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2008 GMC Yukon engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (5%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (10%)

$100 - $499 (35%)

< $100 (30%)

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Chart based on 20 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 GMC Yukon

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29000 mi I have had the car in the shop 7 times in the last year and it will be ok for about 2 mo then the trac control & the reduce engine power light will come on. 

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2008 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

380-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

67000 mi

US $100
Engine service light on, replaced O2 sensor 
127000 mi

US $100
Replace O2 Dr sensor 
136000 mi

US $40
Oil pressure sensor failed. Removed and replaced. 

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2008 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

380-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

99500 mi

US $350
Broken motor mount 
69440 mi Knock in engine. Replaced all lifters - suspected collapsed lifter Knock returned along with cold start surging and what feels like misfire on startup, but no warning lights. 
96180 mi

C $450
Fuel control module faulty and required replacement. 
94400 mi

C $1300
Fuel pump module leak. Pump cost $545 plus labour to install. This is a very common GM failure where the top of the fuel pump module corrodes and leaks. Fuel tank vent valve also plugged and replaced. Required new harness. 
114000 mi

US $2500
motor mount separated, replaced motor mount 
129000 mi

US $800
Emissions - fuel tank pressure sensor failed, requires removal and replacement of fuel tank.THIS TRUCK IS A GIGANTIC PIECE OF CRAP!!! 
31000 mi

US $800
Bad oxygen sensors. Both replaced. 

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2008 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

139000 mi

US $400
Hose to firewall /heater broke at connection. Replaced both 

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2008 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

57000 mi oxygen sensor 

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2008 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

380-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

183000 mi

US $1200
Oil leak needed seals replacing 
98200 mi

US $1500
One broken valve spring and elected to replace all others on advice of mechanic and materials expert with metallurgical background. Advised that failure occurred prematurely and balance of springs would likely fail prematurely. 
51000 mi Evap Canister Purge Solenoid failure. 
77000 mi

US $175
SES light with left bank lean code. Dealer replaced injector, ses came back on after a week. Scheduled for another visit. 
77000 mi SES light still on when traded. 

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2008 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

332-horsepower 6.0L V8 Hybrid 4-speed 2-mode automatic 4WD w/low range

80600 mi Worn cams. Knocking noise. Changed cams, injectors and all related parts under warranty. 

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2008 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

48000 mi Gas filler neck- not venting correctly and fuel as to be added VERY Slowly 
117000 mi

US $400
Replaced O2 sensors 
147600 mi

C $600
Cam Position sensor failed. Trouble diagnosing as many false fault codes were produced. Took vehicle to dealership for diagnosis and repair. 
79000 mi

US $1800
fuel pump and fuel tank replaced 

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2008 GMC Yukon Engine Problems

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