GMC Envoy XL check engine light comes on

Filed May 7, 2019 · Driver assistance, Fuel system · OH

Steering wheel locks. It cannot be turned to the right as it will cause the entire care to swerve. When reversing the car turns in the opposite direction of where you are turning. I'm backing into traffic and have to manually pull the steering wheel as if there is a power steering issue. Engine light came on day after purchase indicating I need catalyst converter and sensor. No way to predict which way the car will turn. If I hit a bump the car swerves to the right causing me to swerve into next lane. In motion I am constantly swerving into danger.

Filed Aug 6, 2018 · Transmission · 140,395 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc envoy xl. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently decelerated. The contact stopped at a fuel station and proceeded to check all the fluid levels. The contact continued to drive and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact could only operate the vehicle in first and second gears. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the transmission failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and complaint number: 84441281449 was filed. The approximate failure mileage was 140,395. *tt consumer stated the vehicle has been repaired with a remanufactured transmission it is a know fact in the automotive industry that gm is aware of the faulty construction of truck trans missions. My transmission was serviced above and beyond the manufactured recommendation. The attached document from jasper transmission demonstrated all the areas that they need to address because of all the safety failures in the original manufacturing. The failures without notice causing a major safety issue. Engine-transmission-exchange addressed the same issues when remanufacturing. See attached documents from jasper transmission and the packing slip of the purchased transmission advance auto installed at the auto center (see VIN number). Updated 10/22/18

Filed May 6, 2017 · Driver assistance, Engine · 181,000 miles · NC

I am so sick of my 06 gmc envoy xl. I truly give up. I had the stabilitrak and reduced engine light come on my car for five months. I have replaced the steering wheel sensor, the throttle body, and had the relearn the idle thing done, to no avail. This makes my fourth time going to the dealer, because I thought they could fix it. I have always bought gm. If god blesses me with another opportunity to buy a car, it will not be a gm. It throws my car off. I've had to pull over and start the car over a thousand times. I've seen many forums online about this problem, but there is no recall? I've even called gm. I still had to pay money. Resetting the computer has done absolutely nothing. Just wanted to rant, because besides giving me some of my money back (to the tune of a grand), what can I do?

Filed Jan 16, 2016 · Driver assistance, Fuel system · 140,000 miles · IN

I had been driving and pulled into a fast food restaurant and when I got out of my vehicle I noticed the smell of gasoline being close to a gas station I thought nothing of it when getting back in my vehicle after retrieving my food I now smelled the gasoline inside my vehicle still thought nothing that maybe the fumes were just lingering until the next day when the smell was stronger so strong that my child with asthma immediately had to get out of the vehicle so being cautious as anyone I had my husband take a look he smelled the gasoline but couldn't find a leak so he took it to our local mechanic who then diagnosed the problem and removed the tank and replaced it with a used tank and whatever part was needed to fix the issue so since then I have not smelled anymore gasoline but my check engine light refuses to go off not to mention I receive a letter in the mail stating that there was some sort of recall on my exact year and make of vehicle and that I could send in a claim to get back the $500 I put into fixing the vehicle thinking it was now safe for my family so I paid to fix the problem only my new tank is used so I'm guessing I'll be having this issue again at some point which is very scary considering I drive my children in this vehicle plus I'm out the $500 still have the same issue which I cannot afford to fix again should the problem arise and I didn't keep the receipt from my mechanic thinking problem solved I put it aside it threw it away so I'm just curious is there anything I can do because knowing the tanks have issues and I've just paid $500 for another recalled tank pretty much so I'm at a point where I have no option but to take a loss on the money I paid to fix the vehicle before I knew about the recall not to mention I've had to replace the tie rods twice and it's popping again when I make turns I love this vehicle but now I'm super nervous of it

Filed Mar 11, 2014 · Engine · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc envoy xl. The contact stated that when the vehicle was idle for a prolonged period of time, the engine would stall upon initial startup. The engine warning light was illuminated prior to start-up however, the engine would not respond. The contact was able to start the vehicle after several attempts, which resumed normally. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The manufacturer was alerted about the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was unavailable.

Filed Oct 25, 2013 · Fuel system · 144,306 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 gmc envoy xl. The contact stated that when the fuel tank was being filled, fuel would leak as the service engine warning light illuminated. The contact also mentioned that the fuel tank would leak when the vehicle was in motion at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that the entire fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 144,306. Updated 02/11/14

Filed Jul 15, 2013 · Fuel system · 125,000 miles · IL

The fuel tank neck where the fuel goes into the vehicle, then down to the gas tank, has in the plastic & leaks fuel & gas vapors so the check engine light is always on. My mechanic said there is no way to fix this without purchasing a new fuel tank since this is all one piece.

Filed Feb 19, 2013 · Airbags, Fuel system · IN

Due to the check engine light constantly coming on I was told that I needed a new gas cap. It was stated if the cap is not on properly it affects the emission controls. I have replaced the gas cap several times nothing has changed engine light goes on and off. There still has not been accurate justification for this matter. Vehicle has faulty / leaking air bags on the rear suspension. Upon research this has been a problem on gmc vehicles from 1994 ~ 2006. Why are there no recalls? Gmc envoy vehicle are sitting very low during freezing temperatures. Upon starting the vehicle it will raise back up and level itself but it should not drop down low period. Websites are flooded with complaints. I have contacted gmc regarding all these issues and nothing has been done. I was told there were no recalls regarding these matters which I don't understand. I have viewed so many complaints on several websites regarding these same issues. Exterior lights~ lamps have faulty sockets due to moisture getting inside the lamps / back up lamps. Bulbs burning out continuously. Unfortunately when you take your vehicle to a frequent dealer, many times they'll step outside to check your vehicle quickly without putting you in the system if they feel no service is required. I believe this may be why these complaints are not being addressed/ reported / or recorded. It is apparent there are serious problems with these vehicles. Something needs to be done, and we should not have to deal with repeat manufacturer defects/hazards year after year. It is not fair to us (the customer). They can continually contact you to trade in your vehicle or buy it, but they can't contact you regarding defects on the vehicle. I was told they only notify the original owner of recalls. Again they'll contact you regarding marketing and advertising. Thank you in advance for your time and consideration.

Filed Oct 1, 2012 · Fuel system · 39,000 miles · FL

My envoy has had the check engine light on for years, and the smell of gas, went to gmc and they said need new gas cap, didn,t work, went to another car repair need new gas cap, same thing over and over again, every month on my onstar report, said I had emission problems, they tested the car, looks like it could be you need a new gas cap..... A few months ago my gmc would not start, call aaa to pick up envoy and take in the charles shop near my home.... As the auto was being put on the trailer, I saw gas dripping from the area of the gas tank....went to charles repair to them about what I saw and explained that for you I have been trying to find out what was wrong with the gas cap, and the smell of gas... Well the checked it out and found my gas tank had a crack in it and I would need a new gas tank cost around $900.00, I paid them for the starting problem that they fixed and took the gmc home, I live in florida and I was reading the sunday paper and there is an article, about gmc recalls, about how the warm weather states having a problem with a plastic part might crack and cause a fuel leak..well this is what happened to my gmc, how do I get my car repaired by gmc, what can I do to get it fixed, I only put $20 to $30 of gas at a time ,in the car because I don't want gas leaking and might cause a fire. Help me please.

Filed Jun 5, 2012 · Acceleration, Engine · 82,000 miles · IN

I bought the car used feb. 2011 about march 2011 sometimes when it is started (no specific start time) the check engine light will be on (not always) and the car will die while driving approximately 25 to 35 miles per hour. This is not a all the time problem, and I cannot find a reason why some days it does this and some days it doesn't. Also sometimes the cruise control works and sometimes it doesn't. . Also sometimes the wipers stop in mid swipe.