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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 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (1%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (15%)

$100 - $499 (36%)

< $100 (38%)

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Chart based on 74 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 GMC Yukon

Engine not specified

GMC Yukon in North Carolina, United States
Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010

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. 
GMC in Virginia, United States
Jun 2007 - Mar 2010
Mar 2009

14000 mi
Front passenger headlight had moisture inside. Dealer replaced promptly. Rear hatch hydraulic struts were warn out. Replaced and tailgate functions normally now.  At full right turn. Wheel would rub inner wheel well. Dealer said issue was a deformed wheel well and it was replaced, and no issues. But it is the third time in the dealer for this issue.  

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2008 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

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

GMC Yukon in Florida, United States
Mar 2011 - Jun 2018
Sep 2011

67000 mi

US $100
Engine service light on, replaced O2 sensor 
Mar 2017

127000 mi

US $100
Replace O2 Dr sensor 
Jul 2017

130000 mi

US $15
Brake light switch for cruise control 
Jun 2018

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

GMC Yukon in New Jersey, United States
Apr 2012 - Mar 2017
Jun 2012

39000 mi
Rattle in door and in liftgate. Door had a loose screw someone dropped inside it. Liftgate had separating trim due to failing plastic retainer clips. Retainer clip on linear actuator arm also was failing causing power liftgate not to work 
Aug 2012

41300 mi
Rattling in rear and air suspension pump was running constantly. Rear shock absorber (air shock) found leaking and replaced. Chrome plating peeling from one wheel. Wheel was replaced by dealership at no cost to me. 
Nov 2012

44900 mi
Battery dead, replaced Alternator not charging consistently. Failed on weekend, replaced myself at my cost as I couldn't wait for the dealer to be open on Monday. Needed the car to attend a family function. Odd clicking noises coming from under dash in gauge panel area. Service writer heard the noises and agrees they are not normal, but was not able to diagnose. 
Mar 2016

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 
Jun 2016

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. 
Aug 2016

122600 mi
Front magnetorheological struts replaced again - demanded that dealer pay for it since I had just paid to replace them with OEM parts. Now left shock rattles, probably a loose or worn mount. 
Dec 2016

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!!! 
GMC Yukon in Ontario, Canada
Oct 2015 - Dec 2016
Apr 2016

222640 mi

C $1500
Fixed the tie rod ends, fixed a linkage problem with transmission. 
Dec 2016

243040 mi
Drove into a snow bank, which put water into a rear suspension control module, which made everything on dash go crazy. Dried it out - works perfect. 
GMC Yukon in New Jersey, United States
Dec 2015 - Apr 2018
Apr 2015

98000 mi

US $320
Air shocks were leaking. OEM replacements were to expensive and replaced with Arnot air shocks. 
Dec 2015

94000 mi
Autoride pump failed 
Jul 2017

109000 mi

US $200
Replaced air ride pump for the second time in 2 years. Apparently had bad connection causing a leak the made the pump run and burn out. Replaced with arnot brand to match shocks and have had no issues since 
GMC Yukon in Delaware, United States
Apr 2014 - Jun 2018
Nov 2014

85700 mi

US $389
Replace hub/assembly. Passenger side/front. 
Jan 2017

91500 mi

US $350
Bad front right wheel bearing. Wheel bearing replaced. Broken motor mount 
GMC Yukon in Ontario, Canada
Oct 2012 - Jul 2017
Jun 2013

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. 
Mar 2014

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. 
Feb 2015

91500 mi

C $650
LF and RF wheel bearings required replacement. Second set on this truck. Replaced lower ball joints on both sides. 
Apr 2015

91840 mi
Battery failed - internal short. Third battery in this truck. 
Jul 2015

95680 mi

C $450
Rear AC lines developed two holes. Line replacement quoted at $1400, opted to have line spliced. 
Aug 2015

96180 mi

C $450
Fuel control module faulty and required replacement. 
Oct 2015

96920 mi

C $500
Rear pads, rotors and calipers 
Dec 2015

97960 mi

C $25
Rear defroster tab broke off rear window. Rear heater motor has failed. replaced the motor, but not successful. 
Jun 2016

102300 mi

C $80
Rear hatch gas struts failed 
Jan 2017

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. 
Mar 2017

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 
Jul 2017

120280 mi

C $100
u-joint required replacement 
GMC Yukon in Alabama, United States
Dec 2011 - Aug 2014
Feb 2013

52900 mi

US $500
rear door locks weren't unlocking. side view mirrors stopped working cruise control stopped working 
Aug 2014

75000 mi

US $100
3 door lock actuators.  Broken exterior door handles. 
GMC Yukon in Maryland, United States
Sep 2009 - Jul 2022
Jun 2010

13000 mi
Rear window washer did not work. Hose detached within chassis somewhere. Mechanic reattached. Rear defroster wire became detached from glass. Window specialist required to reattach with special, electrically conductive adhesive. 
Jun 2013

25000 mi

US $1900
Cruise control and center electronics randomly turn off 
Dec 2016

31000 mi

US $800
Bad oxygen sensors. Both replaced. 
Jul 2022

38000 mi

US $75
AC freon low. Recharged. Update: still leaking. 

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2008 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

GMC Yukon in Texas, United States
Dec 2009 - Dec 2018
Jul 2010

43000 mi

US $377
Driver side door lock quit working. Relay replaced 
Feb 2016

137000 mi

US $1100
Ball joints 
May 2016

139000 mi

US $400
Hose to firewall /heater broke at connection. Replaced both 
Mar 2018

163000 mi

US $600
Replaced front brake rotors and pads 
GMC Yukon in South Carolina, United States
Oct 2012 - Dec 2014
Sep 2013

95000 mi

US $20
Cruise control would intermittently not work. Replaced brake switch. $20 from dealer. 15 min repair. 
Nov 2014

113700 mi
Front ventilation fan makes a squealing sound when running in low speed. Intermediate noise . 

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2008 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV, ext.

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

GMC Yukon in Wisconsin, United States
Apr 2011 - Dec 2015
May 2011

57000 mi
replaced ball joints... leaking transfer case, leaking transmission housing, oxygen sensor 
Mar 2013

74000 mi
Replaced right headlamp 
GMC Yukon in Montana, United States
Jul 2010 - Dec 2015
Oct 2015

90300 mi

US $500
passenger side door lock would not work when activated 
GMC Yukon in Colorado, United States
Oct 2009 - Sep 2011
May 2010

25000 mi
Front axle seal Replaced left door lock/actuator Replaced pinion seal. 

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2008 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

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

GMC Yukon in Illinois, United States
Feb 2009 - May 2011
Apr 2009

34000 mi
Harsh downshift 
Sep 2009

40000 mi

US $125
Front passenger shock leaking oil needed to be replaced Front passenger shock leaking oil. Needed to be replaced. 
Jan 2010

51000 mi
Evap Canister Purge Solenoid failure. 
Sep 2010

65000 mi

US $150
Rear window defog tab fell off twice, then rear window was replaced. 
Mar 2011

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. 
May 2011

77000 mi
SES light still on when traded. 
GMC Yukon in California, United States
Nov 2010 - Jan 2022
Feb 2015

101000 mi

US $400
CV joints replaced 
Apr 2021

183000 mi

US $1200
Oil leak needed seals replacing 
GMC Yukon in Texas, United States
May 2014 - Sep 2015
Jul 2014

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. 
Jun 2015

112000 mi

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

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2008 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

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

GMC Yukon in Quebec, Canada
May 2013 - Dec 2013
Jun 2013

80600 mi
Worn cams. Knocking noise. Changed cams, injectors and all related parts under warranty. 
Dec 2013

86800 mi

C $615
leaking front differential seal 

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2008 GMC Yukon 4dr SUV

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

GMC Yukon in Idaho, United States
Jun 2011 - Aug 2017
Aug 2011

48000 mi
Gas filler neck- not venting correctly and fuel as to be added VERY Slowly Tire pressure monitor- was "fixed" by reseting, only to stop working two days later- will address when the gas filler neck is replaced. 
Oct 2011

50000 mi
tire pressure monitor was replaced 
Mar 2012

55000 mi

US $181
Switch on the brake pedal that shuts off the cruise control was bad. This problem caused the cruise control to not work at all. 
Nov 2015

101000 mi

US $405
Leaking axle seal 
Dec 2015

103000 mi

US $80
Exterior rear view mirror motor needed replacing 
Aug 2016

109700 mi

US $500
Power lift gate latch needed stopped working and needed replacing 
Jan 2017

105200 mi

US $600
left front wheel bearing failed. 
GMC Yukon in Alberta, Canada
Oct 2014 - Jun 2017
Jan 2015

167420 mi

C $97
Replaced Front Blower Motor 
Feb 2015

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. 
Jan 2016

148400 mi

C $400
Rear Z55 Air ride shocks failed. Replaced shocks, compressor and air lines. 
Sep 2016

168020 mi

C $350
Failed Right wheel bearing. Front right CV Axle failed, would make loud popping noise when turned completely to the right. Power and ground wire for driver door severed due to wear and tear over time. 
Jun 2017

174220 mi

C $500
Replaced all 4 rotors with pads Replaced both front interior door handle due to chrome chipping and cutting fingers 
GMC Yukon in Michigan, United States
May 2013 - Jun 2022
Jan 2017

65300 mi

US $80
Replaced HVAC blower motor 
May 2018

87400 mi

US $600
Replaced pads, rotors, Driver side wheel bearing (front) 
Jan 2022

117000 mi

US $400
Replaced O2 sensors 
GMC Yukon in Pennsylvania, United States
Jul 2014 - Dec 2014
Aug 2014

79000 mi

US $1800
fuel pump and fuel tank replaced 

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