2007 GMC Yukon XL 1500 engine problems

Filed Apr 13, 2018 · Driver assistance, Engine · 185,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 gmc yukon xl. While driving 35 MPH, the steering wheel seized and the stabilitrak warning indicator illuminated. The contact first experienced the failure two years ago and took the vehicle to braeger chevrolet (4100 s 27th st, milwaukee, wi 53221). The dealer replaced the spark plugs, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired for the recent failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 185,000.

Filed Oct 16, 2017 · Engine · 44,060 miles · PA

The check engine light came on along with the service traction control and service stabilitrac lights while driving on the street near home. The truck immediately loss power and I had to limp back home. After getting the vehicle to the dealer, I'm told that the engine has a collapsed lifter in cylinder seven. I don't understand how an engine can experience that type of failure with only 44.000 miles. I contacted gm and their stance is regardless of low mileage, the vehicle is out of warrantee. This issue presents a serious hazard, because a failure like this, if occurred on a highway could cause a catastrophic event with the sudden loss of engine power. Not to mention the financial burden as it cost me $3700 to have the engine repaired. In checking consumer complaints, this is not an isolated incident. The gm 5.3l engine is notorious for this malfunction. When talking with a gm corporate rep I stated, I believe this to be a design flaw, or defect part, but was blown off because I'm out of warrantee. What happened to standing behind your product?

Filed Nov 23, 2015 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 107,000 miles · ID

Stab, ABS light and engine lights either going on one at a time or simultaneously. Car wouldn't start & when it did all of the dashboard gauges were at "zero" car seemed off but drive-able--gas, MPH, RPM, gas/oil gauges remained at zero while driving. Later that day when car was restarted-the gauges were at normal readings. Stabiltrack light keeps going on & off. Electrical doesn't work well, almost every power door has failed & actuator has been replaced, rear back hatch door will not open & we have no access to our cargo/trunk area. Keyless entry works occasionally. Interior and exterior chrome handles have sharp edges.

Filed Aug 9, 2015 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · 157,947 miles · DE

While driving today at a speed of 55 MPH in somewhat heavy traffic my service traction control and stabilitrack indicator came on as well as a message on the dash saying the same. At which time my vehicle came to slow down and I lost power. I pulled over and and shut the car down and upon restart noticed that not only did white smoke come from my exhaust but the car had a rough idle the same indicators were still on and the engine light had now come on as well and was flashing. I was able to make it home with a rough limp however when I came to a stop felt as though the car was hesitant to keep running or take off. When applying gas there was a thump from the rear wheels like the transmission was not sure how to engage.

Filed Dec 23, 2013 · Engine, Transmission · 93,777 miles · NY

I took the vehicle to my local gmc dealership located in ithaca, (maquire chevy-cadillac) near ithaca mall. The vehicle engine sound like if someone was hitting the engine with a hard object, all the lights on the dashboard come on. The service tech told me that they would fix the problem,later that night I picked up the vehicle and drove less than a mile from the dealership and the same noise came back on. Drove back and complain of the problem that being fix and was given a rental car. The next day I was told by the service rep. That a lifter had went on the engine and it would cost approx. 1,600.00 to fix that problem but when not guarantee any other problems. I took the vehicle to a outside mechanic who advised me that it would be cheaper to put a new engine in it. The service manager looked up his screen and advised me that the vehicle had no recalls on it. I paid $4,774.84 for a new engine, but gmc did not stand by their product. All I want for labor is $600.00 and 203.00 for the rental car. I have receipts to show what was paid and the break of what needed to done to engine. I contacted gmc 1-800 number which was a joke, they listen but refused to do anything. I needed the vehicle to be fix, which was an emergency. Please help.

Filed Sep 9, 2013 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 120,000 miles · TX

My wife's 2007 yukon xl had a message that stated that the traction control was off and a reduction in power message while traveling on the interstate highway going 65 miles an hour during rush hour. When this message came on the yukon came to a very dangerous reduction in speed and was very close to getting rearended by the vehicles behind her. She was able to pull over to the shoulder and was able to restart the engine and the message reset but came back on soon after she got back up to speed and the truck shut down again. I have since replaced the throttle body assembly and checked all ground straps replaced the battery and have checked the harness. The issue has continued and since my vehicle is out of warranty it is getting very expensive to start replacing parts on the vehicle just to have it do the same thing. According to the dealership there are no recalls but there are several forums on line with people all over the united states that have the same problem with there gm products. This is a very serious safety issue that needs to be looked into, before somebody gets hurt or killed. Gm needs to recall their products that are involved and repair them.-

Filed Aug 16, 2012 · Brakes, Engine · 12,000 miles · IN

The transmission was leaking and recalled and that was fixed by gm. The brake lights sometimes over heat and I had to replace the saddles on them. I do not even know they go out but I have people honking at me that I have no lights in the rear. Now with my warranty out and have 86.000 miles on it the fuel pump is out on the vehicle at a 700 dollar cost. The door knob fell off, I have oil pressure issues all of the time. Last november the drive shaft fell off as I was driving down the road and had to pick it up off of the interstate which someone could have gotten hurt. Brake issues. When you spend 48,000 dollars on a vehicle it makes you sad that gm does nothing to help their customers. Maybe the government should not help them anymore. Today they wanted me to take it to gm and pay 200 dollars for a diagnosis. Just more money in their pocket. I want to another shop for advise. This car is definitely a disappointment nd lemon.

Filed May 16, 2012 · Engine · 75,000 miles · CA

Engine oil low add oil light comes on. Vehicle uses over a quart of oil every 2000 miles.

Filed Apr 7, 2011 · Engine · 124,000 miles · CA

1. No leading events 2. "engine power diminished" error, vehicle loses power, traction control and stabiltrak. Vehicle cannot maintain speed. Occurred 3-4 times a week and then reset after car was turned off and restarted after 15 minutes. Disruptive and dangerous on highways and in less secure areas when driver had to stop. 3. The dealer replaced the throttle body and throttle body connector. Part was on national back order because of failures across gm & chevrolet models. Neither the dealer or gm will acknowledge part failures.

Filed Jul 24, 2008 · Engine · 14,000 miles · VA

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 gmc yukon xl 1500. The contact stated that the engine failed a total of three times. The vehicle lost total power while driving. The most recent failure occurred while driving 10 MPH. The engine vibrated violently and the warning light began flashing on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they replaced the entire engine under warranty. The contact was provided with documentation on the actual repair. The first two times, the dealer just replaced the camshaft position sensor to remedy the failure, but it continued to persist. The current mileage was approximately 29,400 and failure mileage was 14,000.