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Expensive GMC Yukon repairs by problem area

Engine (36%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (20%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (1%)

Chart based on 136 repairs.
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GMC Yukon repair cost distribution

$2500+ (18%)

$1000 - $2499 (82%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 88 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2017 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

355-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD

61000 mi

US $3800
Transmission went out, limp mode. Known failure issue, just like TSB but GM dealer refused to honor warranty. I purchased new ETE factory rebuilt transmission with warranty. 

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2016 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

355-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

43000 mi

US $1200
AC Condenser failed and leaked out all refrigerant. Had to replace the condenser, recharge the system, and test. 

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2015 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

355-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD

102000 mi

US $1200
new compressor - hard to access - they have to drop frame 
67000 mi

US $200
drivers rear brake led panel replaced 

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2013 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD

190000 mi

US $2500
Ignition system. Needed new keys. 
192000 mi

US $1000
Front hvac motor out 

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2013 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

58000 mi

US $1400
Car felt very “bouncy” when going over dips & bumps in the road. It needed new engine mounts. 

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2012 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

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

145700 mi

﷼3500
Lifters failed, cam failed, removed all dod and vvt stuff. 

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2010 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

68000 mi

US $1300
Motor mounts, plugs, cables, trans flush. 
130 mi

US $500
Oil pressure sensor replaced 

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2010 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

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

99000 mi

US $4000
EFM lifter collapse on August 2nd, two weeks after I got the vehicle. # 6 Intake. Warranty company even admitted that "Those lifters are junk!" Route 66 extended warranty paid like a champ! Replaced all 16 lifters with new design, no questions asked. 
103000 mi

US $100
Developed a clicking, squeaking, ticking noise in LF area that occurred once per tire revolution. Some sort of noise was made approx 75% of the time, and could be felt in steering and body. Examination of LF found a bolt from the driveshaft attach collar had loosened, and was striking the hub. Re-assembled with Locktite. No further problems noted. 

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2009 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

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

107880 mi

C $1000
Replace shocks and tires 
50260 mi

C $250
The door trim panels, 3 of the 4 were coming off, warped. the body shop reheated them and reattached the trim. 
51460 mi

C $1000
Front passenger suspension, and tie rod replaced 
56380 mi

C $250
Front transfer case failure 

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2008 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

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

85560 mi

C $350
Truck stalled while driving, in motion. Truck turned over (cranked) but would not run. Required Tow. Dealer said it was a faulty battery. I believe incorrectly diagnosed. Happened again after battery replaced, but at highway speed. 
91500 mi

C $650
LF and RF wheel bearings required replacement. Second set on this truck. Replaced lower ball joints on both sides. 
95680 mi

C $450
Rear AC lines developed two holes. Line replacement quoted at $1400, opted to have line spliced. 
96180 mi

C $450
Fuel control module faulty and required replacement. 
96920 mi

C $500
Rear pads, rotors and calipers 
101160 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. 
117180 mi

C $300
Rear air suspension control module shorted out, causing the truck to act as though there was a bad ground. All control systems, ignition, hvac, body control modules etc acted up as if there was a grounding issue. Module replaced and all is good. Front pads, rotors, calipers 
120280 mi

C $100
u-joint required replacement 
25000 mi

US $1900
Cruise control and center electronics randomly turn off 
31000 mi

US $800
Bad oxygen sensors. Both replaced. 
114000 mi

US $2500
rebuilt front differential sway bar frame mounting ears rusted, end links broken rear air shock blown out motor mount separated, replaced motor mount front shock squeaking, shock costs $600 so not replacing. left front cv axle replaced outer front left unitized bearing replaced 
120000 mi

US $350
replaced road sensing front shock, front end still making awful noises after replacing other shock, sway bar, axles, bearings, and having whole front differential rebuilt (as reported last quarter). Worst truck I have ever owned. 
129000 mi

US $800
Strut rattling, replaced again Car shifts improperly and torque converter locks up when cold, stalling engine when coming to a stop Emissions - fuel tank pressure sensor failed, requires removal and replacement of fuel tank.THIS TRUCK IS A GIGANTIC PIECE OF CRAP!!! 
222640 mi

C $1500
Fixed the tie rod ends, fixed a linkage problem with transmission. 

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2008 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

43000 mi

US $377
Driver side door lock quit working. Relay replaced 
137000 mi

US $1100
Ball joints 
139000 mi

US $400
Hose to firewall /heater broke at connection. Replaced both 
163000 mi

US $600
Replaced front brake rotors and pads 

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2008 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

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

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. 
112000 mi

US $455
R/H front ball joint severely worn affecting steering and safety. Ball joint replaced. 
101000 mi

US $400
CV joints replaced 
183000 mi

US $1200
Oil leak needed seals replacing 

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2008 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

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

79000 mi

US $1800
fuel pump and fuel tank replaced 

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2007 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

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

51000 mi

US $386
Replaced water pump AC belt tensioner needed to be replaced 
62000 mi

US $184
Car was making a noise from the front end. Front differential was rebuilt. 
68000 mi

US $200
Had to turn rotors as they were warped and causing vibration during braking. Also replaced master cylinder. 
109000 mi

US $150
Replaced serpentine belt and AC belt. Also had to replace the serpentine and Ac belt tensioners. 
143000 mi

US $1000
Replaced 4 shock absorbers and pneumatic system compressor/dryer. 
171000 mi

US $900
Replaced passenger side wheel bearing  Replaced ECU Replaced passenger side axle 
186000 mi

US $2000
Oil leaks rear main seal 
106800 mi

US $1500
Replace front struts 
116300 mi

US $600
4 TIRE PRESSURE SENSORS RELACED PLUGS AND WIRES REPLACED 
125600 mi

US $1500
chasing high speed (70 mph+) vibration on acceleration only. replaced front differential. balanced both drive shafts 
137000 mi

US $1000
vibration at freeway speed, replaced front differential gear, drive shaft balanced,rear differential inspected, problem persists 
137500 mi

US $1000
Air shocks and compressor 
101000 mi

US $1074
Ball joints, swaybar, camber adjuster, pub, inner tie rod. 
107900 mi

US $1000
Front air shocks replaced, Ball joints replaced, 
157000 mi

US $120
Left upper and lower ball joints Popping noise when turning corner at low speed and wandering at highway speeds 
170000 mi

US $450
Oil pan gasket 
185000 mi

US $400
3 calipers, master cylinder, bleed ABS, replace brake switch 
199000 mi

US $300
Left front airbag sensor replaced.—easy repair  Spare tire hoist replaced (rusted, and could not remove spair) Evaporator canister vent tubing replaced—caused check engine light. 

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2007 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

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

138000 mi

US $1000
Replaced the throttle body, which had triggered a reduced power state for the motor. 

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2007 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

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

108500 mi

C $1400
aux power outlet failed and was replaced oil pan leaking - seal replaced Parking Assist malfunction 
113460 mi

C $1500
Fuel pump replacement and fuel lines 
115940 mi

C $1900
a/c lines corroded and rotted and were replaced system recharged transmission seals leaking 
119520 mi

C $1500
automatic rear tailgate Front caliper replaced 
122140 mi

C $1500
Noise from front drivers side. Replaced brake caliper, rotor. 
122140 mi

C $600
Replace manifold 
122140 mi

C $450
Manifold replaced 
98000 mi

US $1075
Check engine light stayed on, required cleaning and recalibrating computer to support repairing Throttle Position Sensor Stabiltrack and Traction control required servicing, opted for 100K service on vehicle. found broken motor mount, as part of service; will have fixed later in month 
100000 mi

US $108
Console light remained on when car was turned off. No reasonable explanation, pulled all fuses still remained on except the #46 fuse. 

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2007 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

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

156500 mi

US $160
Replaced the alternator. 
165000 mi

US $1000
DOD (4 cyl vs 8 cyl) was making noise on this vehicle. So I replaced lifters, cam, valve springs, water pump and oil pump. 
104700 mi

US $400
100,000 mile service. Small transmission line leak detected and repaired. 
129200 mi

US $1100
Noise from right front of vehicle revealed worn hub & bearings. Assembly replaced, along with alignment. Differential making whining noise. They replaced ring and pinion gear. 
163000 mi

US $670
Alternator went out and according to the shop it ruined the battery. We were unable to change travel plans and had to have it repaired that day. They replaced the battery and the alternator, plus the serpentine belt as a precaution. 
170000 mi

US $375
Steering column universal joint and boot were replaced. The only problem was the boot which had deteriorated. However the boot is not replaceable and I had to replace the entire steering column component. Bad design for me, good for GM part. 
180000 mi

US $130
Replaced coil pack on #1 cylinder. Also changed all 8 plugs. 

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2006 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

335-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

72000 mi

US $105
Check engine light caused by pressurized fuel system issue. Light reset but vehicle would not run "test". Light has remained off. 
74000 mi

US $700
Wheel bearing 
85500 mi

US $1000
Air suspension 
102400 mi

US $400
Replaced front shocks 
116000 mi

US $500
Leaky fuel sender causing vacuum leak and check engine light- part was rusted and required replacement 

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2005 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

335-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

110000 mi

US $202
Replaced leaking water pump. Replaced thermostat and belts as scheduled maintenance. 
122000 mi

US $1400
Transmission (4L60E) lost Rev/2nd/4th gears. 
142000 mi

US $999
Brake Hydro Booster Replacement 
215000 mi

US $980
Water pump, thermostat, all hoses and belts 
97000 mi

US $1200
Air Suspension shocks had developed leaks. 
116000 mi

US $412
Air Suspension sensor failure and air suspension compressor failure 
154000 mi

US $500
Water pump went bad. Also replaced temperature thermostat when replacing the water pump. 
155000 mi

US $200
Oil pressure sensor had stopped functioning. Replaced the sensor. 
180100 mi

US $400
Power steering pump went bad Evan system leak. Replaced parts 
196400 mi

US $1800
Rear main seal replaced Replaced valve cover gasket 
186000 mi

US $500
speed sensor went bad. Had to replace the entire hub 
196000 mi

US $1500
Replaced pads and rotors Spark plugs Oxygen flow sensor 
198000 mi

US $214
Blower motor resistor. 

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2005 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

131000 mi

US $1250
Replacement of shock absorbers Lower ball joint and control arm. 

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2005 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

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

60140 mi

C $225
Transmission line was leaking. Replaced by dealer. 
64480 mi

C $435
needed to replace rear wiper motor. repair only lasted for 1 day. dealer repaired during 2nd visit. Turned out there was a wiring problem. Dealer payed complete cost for 2nd visit. 
69440 mi

C $230
Driver Side door hinge pins needed to be replaced as they were worn out. 
84940 mi

C $265
tie rod end needed replacement. 
87820 mi

C $350
had to replace front ABS sensors. 
98580 mi

C $1000
computer that engages transfer case (4WD) needed to be replaced. 
100440 mi

C $1354
replaced ECBM and some brake lines. 
106640 mi

C $500
replaced front driver hub assembly 
108040 mi

C $326
replaced power steering pump. 
111800 mi

C $480
replaced u-joint 
120900 mi

C $100
Replaced belt tensioner. 
124620 mi

C $400
front right steel brake line rotted out and had to be replaced. 
132060 mi

C $102
Aligned power steering pulley. Was causing serpentine belt to jump off. Caused by previous work on the car. 
137640 mi

C $295
Oil pressure sensor had to be replaced. 
141980 mi

C $365
Replaced rear driveshaft and universal joints. 
80000 mi

US $2600
Transmission failure 

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2005 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

335-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

71000 mi

US $130
Truck was sluggish at highway speeds. Felt like driving a V6, not a 6.0 Liter V8.  
75000 mi

US $1800
Bolt sheered in manifold. Drilled out and replaced. Exhaust manifold warped. Replaced. Emergency Brake Module Control replaced and reprogrammed. Fuel Cap replaced. Mass Air flow sensor replaced 
78000 mi

US $300
Engine sluggish. Valve seal replaced. 
93200 mi

US $730
Brakes squealing. Backing plate and emergency brake were very rusted. Replaced backing plate and emergency brake. 
101000 mi

US $400
Car reported "Engine Coolant Hot" and "Engine Overheated". Shop looked for leaks/cracks. None found. Replaced Thermostat, Temp Sensor, etc. Seems to be resolved. 
107900 mi

US $1600
Rear Air shocks had a hole. Replaced rear shocks. 
110000 mi

US $450
Replaced Front Crash Sensor and reset airbag light. 
74400 mi

C $1000
AC line to the back of the Yukon needed to be replaced due to a small hole, probably caused by a stone. 
611000 mi

US $1200
Air compressor went bad, and before it fried the circuit breaker / fuse, it ruined the compressor... the part alone cost 900.00 
126000 mi

US $240
Replaced electric switch for trailer tow mode 

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2005 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

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

88500 mi

US $1400
Cylinder heads were defective from the factory and leaked coolant into the oil due to porosity of the castings. Service Bulletin but no warranty assistance from GM. 
108000 mi

US $672
Both knock sensors replaced also the wiring harness connected to the knock sensors 
122927 mi

US $1257
Fuel pump was rusted and there was a smell of gas coming into the interior of the truck 
129000 mi

US $522
Had to get brakes and rotors replaced in 12,000 miles . brakes were vibrating when applied at 60 miles an hour. they told me it was the pins in the caliper hanging up due to lack of lubrication . clean and lube pins , new rotors, new pads 

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2005 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

285-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

106200 mi

US $1000
Had to replace fuel line and pump 

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2004 GMC Yukon

Engine not specified

160000 mi

US $1000
Would not stay balance 

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2004 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

130300 mi

US $200
AC was leaking so they refilled it and asked me to come back a week later so they could see where the leak was. When I returned they could not find a leak so they just sent me on my way. No problems yet, but I bet it'll leak out again. 
133000 mi

US $310
Wheel bearing replacement. Started making noise and needed to be replaced. I had plenty of advanced warning and this is a common item that needs to be changed every so often. 
141200 mi

US $300
The water pump was leaking. I replaced the water pump, thermostat, hoses, and belts. The time would have been much less but I am very inexperienced. But I tackled it myself pretty easily. 
150000 mi

US $215
Alternator stopped charging the battery, and I had to get it replaced 
153000 mi

US $1170
The evaporator coil was leaking and had to be replaced. The part itself was around $300 or so, but the labor was quite expensive as they had to remove the front seats and the dash board to be able to work comfortably on the system. After this was finished they had to evac/recharge the AC system. All of these costs are included in the $1170 figure that I gave. 
190000 mi

US $2000
Rear Main Seal Replacement, as well as some other seals and gaskets. 
133000 mi

US $1100
Tie rods, stabilizers, etc replaced. 

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2004 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

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

120000 mi

US $3000
Replace all brake lines. 
70000 mi

US $200
Water pump failed and was replaced. 
106800 mi

US $150
Blend doors 
166000 mi

US $125
Right front wheel bearing hub assembly failed. 
176700 mi

US $200
Replaced the engine knock sensors due to a P0327 DTC. 
178600 mi

US $350
Replaced failed Timken wheel bearing assembly. Driver's side CV axle replaced due to noise. 
181200 mi

US $1180
Fuel pump failed. Module obsolete at dealer, aftermarket fuel sender erratic, second unit more erratic. 
185000 mi

US $180
Bank 2 catalytic converter changed due to P0430 recurring code. 
187000 mi

US $876
Rear axle was rebuilt with new bearings, new seals and one new axle. 
233000 mi

US $500
New rear end bearings and new limited slip unit. 

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2004 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

335-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

198000 mi

US $2000
No previous symptoms. Sudden loss of reverse, 2 and 4 gear. Fractured sun shell. Transmission had all required services done over the life of the car. Rebuilt transmission should be good for another 200,000 miles. now has 3 year warranty. 
166000 mi

US $600
Steering box got to much lose. 
176000 mi

US $1200
few door actuators required replacement. 
192000 mi

US $500
AC was working for few min and shutdown. Required few days to investigate. Has been replaced multiple AC components by using AC Kit (compressor, filter, condenser and so on) 
193000 mi

US $600
Rusted brake line broke. Replaced line, but in order to bleed system, all calipers need to be replaced. As a result, brake pads and disks need be replaced as well. 
202000 mi

US $105
Hub Bearing 
110000 mi

US $1200
Differential 

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2004 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

105000 mi

US $543
Replaced water pump, tstat, ac belt, coolant. All but water pump preventive. 
126700 mi

US $773
Compressor, acumulator, freon 
130000 mi

US $128
Rear passenger window motor died. Replaced motor 
131000 mi

US $670
Replaced ac condenser and evap hose with rear unit and otube 
132000 mi

US $790
Replaced steering gear and intermediate shaft 
132300 mi

US $574
Replaced A and B knock sensors Replaced coolant 
134000 mi

US $1210
AC compressor, clutch fan, dryer, O tube, freon knock sensor harness, intake gasket transmission service caused by a leaking pan gasket, pinion seal and fluid 
134000 mi

US $415
replace left side temp actuator 

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2004 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

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

121000 mi

US $130
Replaced front shocks. 
138000 mi

US $1250
Replaced intake manifold. Replaced water pump, and all 3 transmission lines to transmission cooler. 
151000 mi

US $980
Replaced both catalytic converters 
96000 mi

US $220
Traction Control Active Sensor turns on at very low speeds in dry conditions, 
96300 mi

US $8000
left driver wheel speed sensor defective 
121500 mi

US $125
Brake Control Module failed so brake lights did not work. Also affected cruise control.  
141000 mi

US $200
this was my 3rd trip to repair the ABS/traction control system. It kept activating while accelerating from a stop. Midas fixed it right! 
159317 mi

US $350
Rear wiper failed and needed a new motor replaced alternator - not charging batter 
158917 mi

US $450
replaced original alternator 
172000 mi

US $240
leak in coolant hoses - replaced both 
173500 mi

US $110
The rear heat was not blowing hot. Rear blend door actuator was locked in the default or cold position. The computer was bad also. Replaced both rear actuators and computer, parts from Amazon - simple plug in. The rear heat was not blowing hot. The rear blend door actuator was locked in the default or cold position. The computer was bad also. Replaced both rear actuators and computer, parts from Amazon - simple plug in $110.00 
176047 mi

US $479
Water pump malfunctioned. Had to replace water pump. As a preventative maintenance item, the mechanic also replaced thermostat and upper/lower radiator hoses. water pump failed - replaced 
180500 mi

US $100
check 4 wheel drive warning - replaced traction control switch replaced rear wiper control switch 
185000 mi

US $180
Rear High 3rd Brake Light failed during safety inspection. Simple plug in component for dealer. Parts cheaper online and easy repair, but needed to renew license plates ASAP. OEM part lasted almost 11 yrs 
191300 mi

US $180
Check engine light (OBD II codes p0171 and p0174) - replaced intake manifold gasket rear wiper inoperable. replaced rear wiper motor with re-man'd motor. 
203000 mi

US $150
Blend door actuator for front a/c failed. repeatedly would only blow hot air. replaced the actuator with new part. Stealership wanted $1,100 to replace. fixed it for cost of part and 2.5 hrs of time. Hardest part was removing cover 
205000 mi

US $820
Had compressor, drier and fan clutch replaced. Car blowing barely cool at idle. Much colder now 
233000 mi

US $529
Right front airbag sensor replaced 
223752 mi

US $120
brake lines replaced (rusted) replaced right front wheel sensor 
237134 mi

US $300
all 4 TPMS sensors replaced 

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2003 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

219000 mi

US $500
AC not cooling at all. Replaced AC compressor. Also had oil changed and shop added conditioner and stop leak to oil to help rear main seal leak. 
225000 mi

US $1500
Leaking rear main seal, leaking oil pan gasket, leaking front cover gasket 

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2003 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

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

87000 mi

US $185
Encoder failed. This is the motorized device that engages 4H and 4L ABS sensor failure. LF 
90000 mi

US $500
Failed LF Wheel Bearing - ridiculous at this low mileage 
91000 mi

US $120
Failed Fan clutch - ridiculous at 84K Failed Fan clutch - ridiculous at 84K 
94000 mi

US $1150
A/C compressor seized, destroying also the a/c clutch and sending metal crap into the system. Compressor, clutch, belt, drier and hoses replaced. Ridiculously poor service from this original GMC part 
104000 mi

US $1100
repeat failure of a/c compressor 
119800 mi

US $700
Stalling - Fuel pump erratic 
114000 mi

US $700
Memory Seat Module failed - drivers power seat inoperable, both heated seats inop 
115200 mi

US $200
Audio totally failed to produce sound even though accessory (radio,cd,dvd working). 
135000 mi

US $800
Computer controller box for the 4WD started shifting uncommanded. This is second failure with 4WD on the car. Other was the encoder. It's no coincidence that LEMON and YUKON have 5 letters each. 
136000 mi

US $125
hvac control in dash working erratically. Replaced module 
138000 mi

US $550
Charcoal canister vent solenoid failure Idler pulley failure Alternator noisy 
138000 mi

US $280
pitman arm loose 
147956 mi

US $209
Steering column intermediate shaft rattling. Developing some slack. Replaced. 
154000 mi

US $900
Fuel pump failed after only 50,000 miles. Pump and filter replaced. This did, however, also fix the repeated evaporative codes that the computer was throwing for the last couple of years 
163000 mi

US $700
Camshaft position sensor check engine light intermittent 
167464 mi

US $294
Original Starter replaced. 
169000 mi

US $600
Cam position sensor fail. FYI. Sensor is buried under the intake manifold at the rear of the engine. Poor design causes this $70 sensor to balloon to $600 to repair 
184000 mi

US $125
Replaced all heater and radiator hoses Replaced brake light switch which had become intermittent 
87000 mi

US $2800
Transmission rear planitary gear failed. Had to have transmission rebuilt 
112000 mi

US $250
Replace EVAP canister, cracked during fuel pump replacement. 
115000 mi

US $150
Loping / rough idle. OBD codes indicating lean banks and MAF issues. Discovered faulty intake manifold gaskets and replaced. At same time, cleaned throttle body, replaced MAF, Knock sensors and knock sensor harness. Performed TSB Short in heated seats causes fault in entire heated seat system 
117000 mi

US $300
Car was throwing emissions and MAP/MAF general fault codes. K&N Filter caused fouling of MAF sensor, previously replaced in December. Replaced PCV valve (maintenance $20), and MAP sensor first, since MAF had been replaced so recently, but this did not clear the code. Replaced the MAF a second time, and this fixed the problem.  
118000 mi

US $120
"Gross Emissions Leak" error code intermittently came on. Replaced with factory gas cap (top recommended fix) and retested. Code came back, replaced Purge Valve Solenoid for EVAP canister / system. Dirt had gotten in the valve and prevented proper operation. Somewhat common on the GMs from this generation, both pickup and SUV. Pickup has a relocate kit available from the dealer to remedy permanently. Light has not come on again, yet. There has not been a cold enough day to test the system since the repair was completed 
128000 mi

US $2000
Having trouble starting vehicle. Diagnosis revealed low fuel pressure. Tested Fuel Pressure Regulator and determined to be faulty. When replacing FPR, discovered crack in fuel rail bracket preventing proper install of new FPR. Removed fuel rail to replace and discovered leaking fuel injector. Decided to replace all eight (8) injectors at this time as all hold down clips were rusted and one was leaking in addition to the fuel rail and the fuel pressure regulator. 
132000 mi

US $100
Belt tensioner failed. Diagnosis took 2 hours, replaced tension pulley assembly, ac belt and serpentine belt. Two hours of repair $30 for each belt, $40 for tensioner 
143000 mi

US $250
Replaced previously repaired faded headlight housings. Modified lighting system to run 4 high beams instead of 2 (5 minutes $3.00) 
147000 mi

US $100
Oil Pressure Sending Unit failed on road trip. Replace in parking lot. 
86000 mi

US $800
Fuel pump and fuel sending gauge needed replacement. 
105000 mi

US $500
The air bag passenger position sensor and pad needed to be replaced. 
147300 mi

US $400
One of the transmission coolant lines was leaking and needed to be replaced. 
153000 mi

US $1500
Rebuilt the transmission. 

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2003 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

320-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

138000 mi

US $130
Injector cleaned, general tune-up.  Replaced broken plastic dash panel cover. 
167000 mi

US $1100
Rear stabilizer system went out & had to be replaced Water pump was leaking and noticed by mechanic. Replaced. 
177000 mi

US $800
Air Conditioner Compressor had to be replaced. Bearings were making noise. 
177000 mi

US $665
Fuel Pump goes out along interstate. Had to be towed to shop.  
80000 mi

US $1000
Speedometer Cluster; wheel bearing - right front 
85000 mi

US $3000
All four bi-state shocks; several oil leaks particularly related to the engine oil cooler and transmision oil cooler. 
89000 mi

US $900
New transmission. Evaporator and several parts to air conditioner but not the compressor. 
124700 mi

US $3000
Replaced air shocks. Had to replace both front and rear air 

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2003 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

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

215760 mi

C $157
Speedometer pegged at 200 kph & stopped working 
218240 mi

C $385
Crankshaft position sensor replaced 
231260 mi

C $370
Rubber boots on front driveshafts were split. Replace both front driveshaft assemblies. 
235817 mi

C $1049
Replaced leaking water pump. replaced thermostat, replaced serpentine belt, new engine coolant, replaced A/C drive belt and changed engine oil & filter Replaced the rear half of the transfer case housing. The housing was corroded and leaking oil. The cause of the corrosion was from galvanic action between the aluminum housing and the steel bolts and washers. Replaced the rear half of the transfer case housing. Corroded out leaking oil. Cause of leak is by galvanic corrosion between the aluminum housing and the steel bolts & washer used to join both halves. 
252960 mi

C $240
Drivers door window regulator mechanism was replaced 
257920 mi

C $113
Replaced leaking heater HVAC fluid quick connectors 
251000 mi

US $125
Check engine light was on. Crack in the charcoal filter. 
1587500 mi

US $450
Replace muffler 
2930000 mi

US $3000
Oil pump failed locked up engine 
54000 mi

US $1800
steering gear box 
74000 mi

US $400
Replace transmission under extended warrienty 
110000 mi

US $2500
Leak from under battery. Leaking windshield washer pump motor. Engine running rough, poor fuel ecomony. Leak in intake manifold and dirty plug wires. Leaking water pump, replaced. 
118000 mi

US $600
recurring leak in windshield pump/tank 
126000 mi

US $650
Oil leak from valve cover gaskets 
136000 mi

US $900
Leaking valve cover gaskets Leaking front axle seals passenger side front window motor replaced 
116000 mi

US $500
new window tracks and motors for both front windows and new switch for rear passenger window 500.00 
157000 mi

US $700
exhaust manifold bolts broke off both sides new manifolds and hardware 
160000 mi

US $1800
block was one that had bad casting (which I hear gmc knew and did not recall)which slowly let antifreeze into engine thus cause failure and engine replacement 

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2002 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

320-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

56200 mi

US $500
HVAC controls did not respond to operator input. Electronics replaced.  
59000 mi

US $1700
feels like power steering intermittantly stops working. pump not faulty according to shop. unable to find other cause. 

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2002 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

169000 mi

US $1300
New Water Pump Rear axle seal leaking 
191500 mi

US $570
Fixed leak in AC system and replaced blower motor 
197000 mi

US $248
Replaced tees splitting to the front and rear heater cores 

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2002 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

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

11000 mi

US $1500
new exhaust system, catalytic converters 
110000 mi

US $1350
Tranny needed to be tuned. I am waiting for it to fail. Currrently have 122000 on truck. 
140000 mi

US $1500
Replaced plugs and wires, replaced one injector, replaced gasket to correct vacuum leak and misfire and to prevent cat damage. 
172600 mi

US $250
Replace Power Steering Hoses and pump. Failure 
435000 mi

US $1200
replaced entire engine with one from a wrecked gmc truck 

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2002 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

320-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

171000 mi

US $1000
Brake fluid lines 
196000 mi

US $1500
Heater core 

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2002 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

68000 mi

US $1200
Car was in for loud noise, in shop for over two weeks; within a week after picking up car it had to be towed to shop, transmission had to be replaced. Trans was dropped on previous visit and bearing replaced, and then had to replace transmission. 

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2002 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

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

60000 mi

US $1800
A/C repair--entire system replaced. 
137600 mi

US $1350
Brake line rusted...Replaced and brake work 
62000 mi

US $270
Car wouldn't start, after jumping car died from idle. Alternator and battery both replaced. 
102500 mi

US $300
Passenger side front window motor replaced. 
140000 mi

US $2000
wheel bearings replaced 
144000 mi

US $800
replaced alternator and battery 
110200 mi

US $700
Intake Manifold leak. Caused intermittent Idle. Routine maintenance was also performed. 
135000 mi

US $1800
Catylitic convertors and sensors needed to be replaced. Vacuum leak in intake manifold A/C compressor failure, belt tensioner and pulley failure 
57204 mi

US $140
service transmission 
73500 mi

US $1400
exhaust manifold bolts had to be replaced. A number of the heads of the bolts had broken off. 
106300 mi

US $1500
The brake lines had failed and had all lines replaced. Also, caliper and rotor damaged due to brake line failure. 
110000 mi

US $455
Water pump leaked, had to be replaced. Also had hoses and thermostat replaced. 
126200 mi

US $400
Alternator made noise. Mechanic replaced it with a new belt and idler pulley. Also had bad cell in battery. Was only 6 months old. Free replacement of battery. 
127000 mi

US $390
ABS not working correctly. Right front wheel bearing had gone bad. Replaced part. 
159000 mi

US $300
Had a PO300 code ..misfire indicated. My mechanic believed it needed plugs and wires. Had been replaced at 60,000. Work was done and truck runs great. 

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2001 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

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

159000 mi

US $4500
Bad crankshaft $3200, manifold gaskets, fuel evaporate canister, sensor $1250 ball joint. 

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2001 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

320-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

133000 mi

US $4000
Tail lights rusted and hanging by wires. Rust around wheel wells. 

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2001 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

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

97000 mi

US $1000
Car wouldn't turn over. The fuel pump was replaced. Cluster was going on and off. Engine grounding wires were replaced for short to cluster. 
157000 mi

US $1100
Replace compressor etc 

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2000 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

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

49000 mi

US $1800
Needed new brake pads, calipers, brakes lines, and rotor resurface 
50000 mi

US $190
Rear window washer motor began leaking, pump replaced. 
75000 mi

US $260
Replaced window and regulator. 
113300 mi

US $150
Water pump failed. 
125800 mi

US $1000
Compressor froze, replaced 
152000 mi

US $300
new brake pads and rotors on front 
173000 mi

US $200
Number 8 coil failed 
206000 mi

US $550
replaced worn tie rod ends and other parts of steering (exc steering box) due to sloppy feel in steering wheel 
215000 mi

US $3200
repainted 

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1997 GMC Yukon 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

137815 mi

US $1908
1st/2nd gear planetary gear set output broke due to a thrust bearing failure. 

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