2000 GMC Yukon Xl: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2000 GMC Yukon Xl: 6 recalls, 69 owner complaints.
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Recalls
6 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #00V343000 · 2000 · 35,659 vehicles
What's wrong: Some of these vehicles have loose or missing rear wheelhouse plugs. Under certain vehicle operating conditions, exhaust gases can flow forward and accumulate in the rear wheelhouse.
Why it matters: These gases could flow into the passenger compartment if the plug is missing or loose and could cause possible illness, unconsciousness, or death.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicle for loose or missing wheelhouse plugs and install new plugs if necessary.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #00V345000 · 2000 · 1,383,922 vehicles
What's wrong: Some of these vehicles have a clearance condition between the front right-hand brake pipe and the body cross sill that could decrease to the point of allowing contact during the life of the vehicle. If contact occurs and the brake pipe becomes damaged, in half of the brake system there can be a loss of brake fluid and pressure. The brake warning lamp will be activated when the brake fluid level reaches the indicator…
Why it matters: During braking, the pedal will be lower than normal and stopping distances will be longer. If this occurs when stopping distance is limited, a crash could occur.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the front right-hand brake pipe for wear. If there are signs of wear, this section of the brake pipe will be replaced with a new designed brake pipe section. If there are not signs of wear on the brake pipe, the dealer will install a spacer clip to ensure sufficient clearance…
Airbags Vehicle recall #02V178000 · 2002 · 525,254 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain pickup and utility trucks, some of these vehicles have an air bag sensing diagnostic module (sdm) which contains an anomaly that could result in the driver and passenger's air bag failing to deploy during certain frontal crashes.
Why it matters: In a vehicle crash, front seat occupants May receive more severe injuries.
The fix: Dealers will recalibrate the sdm on the affected vehicles. Owner notification began August 28, 2002.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #05V005000 · 2005 · 98,221 vehicles
What's wrong: Some pickup trucks, vans, and sport utility vehicles equipped with a hydraulic pump driveshaft that can fracture, resulting in immediate loss of hydraulic power steering assist. On certain vehicles equipped with hydro-boost power brakes, the same condition can result in loss of power assist for braking after the reserve pressure is depleted.
Why it matters: An inoperative pump can cause increased steering effort, and in hydro-boost equipped vehicles also increased braking effort, but does not completely eliminate the ability to steer or slow the vehicle.
The fix: Dealers will replace the hydraulic pump. The campaign began on February 14, 2005.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #05V155000 · 2005 · 316,508 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles were built with fuel module reservoir assemblies that contain fuel pump wires connectors May overheat under certain operating conditions.
Why it matters: If the ignition circuit wire is exposed, the fuel pump fuse will blow, disabling the fuel pump and causing an engine stall or no-start condition. If sufficient heat is conducted to the pass-through connector, a hole in the connector May result, which May cause a 'service engine soon' light to be…
The fix: Dealers will remove the fuel tank, and remove the module reservoir assemblies from the tank, and install a new service kit free of charge. An interim letter to owners was mailed on May 25, 2005. The owners were re-notified on October 19, 2005, since parts are now availabe.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #05V379000 · 2005 · 1,353,718 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles May experience unwanted antilock brake system (ABS) activation. This condition is more likely to occur in environmentally corrosive areas. This recall will be launched in the "salt belt" states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maryland, massachusetts, maine, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode…
Why it matters: This can cause increased stopping distances during low-speed brake applications, which could result in a crash.
The fix: Dealers are to remove the wheel speed sensor and thoroughly clean the wheel speed sensor mounting surface on the bearing, apply rust inhibitor to the cleaned surface, grease the mounting surface, reinstall the wheel speed sensor, and check the peak-to-peak output voltage to ensure the wheel speed…
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Wheels Equipment recall #07E106000 · 2007 · 130,000 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain federal-mogul replacement wheel hub assemblies with the brand names: national, carquest p/nos. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, and 515060, shipped between January 23, 2006, and December 20, 2007, sold for light duty and medium duty trucks. The inboard retention nut used to maintain hub bearing assembly can loosen resulting in an ABS light indication, noise, and/or wheel separation.
Why it matters: Wheel separation can result in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Federal-mogul will notify customers and will replace the hub assembly free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2008. Owners can contact federal-mogul toll-free at 877-489-6659.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 7 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (hydraulic) (14): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
- Fuel system (10): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), leaks (2).
- Brakes (7): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (3), warning light on (2).
- Tires (5): the most common themes are tire tread / blowout (5).
The 2000 GMC Yukon Xl has 69 owner complaints, ranking #13 of 28 Yukon Xl model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 86). Complaints peaked in 2005 (29 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 69,000 miles. Neighboring years: 1999 (3 complaints, 0 recalls), 2001 (120 complaints, 4 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2000 GMC Yukon Xl have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 2000 GMC Yukon Xl, plus 1 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2000 GMC Yukon Xl problems?
Owners have filed 69 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (hydraulic) (14), fuel system (10), brakes (7).
Where can I get a 2000 GMC Yukon Xl repair manual?
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