The motor on the antilock brakes would not shut off when denali when the engine was not running. I had to disconnect battery for it to stop running
2001 GMC Yukon XL Denali brakes problems
12 complaints (55% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 105,500. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 12
- of this car's complaints
- 55%
- typical mileage
- 105,500
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip1
At what mileage
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GMC Yukon XL Denali brakes problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Parking brake failure
Odi's review of complaint data received since the close of ea04-011 revealed no indication that the investigation should be re-opened.more details can be found in the federal register notice enclosed in the dp05-009 public file.odi reserves the right to reopen the investigation in the future should conditions warrant.
DP05009
Unwanted low-speed ABS activation
In a letter dated august 29, 2005, gm notified odi that it was recalling certain model year 1999 through 2002 c/k pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles to correct a problem with anti-lock brake system (ABS) wheel speed sensor corrosion that may result in unwanted ABS activation and extended stopping distances during low-speed braking (recall 05v‑379).gm's recall covers approximately 804,000 vehicles currently registered in the following 14 salt-belt states:connecticut, illinois, indiana, massachusetts, maine, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, and west virginia.the recall procedure will involve removing the sensor, cleaning the mounting surface, applying a rust inhibitor (zinc-x) to the surface, and reinstalling the sensor.if necessary, the sensor will be replaced. The population and failure report data given in this resume are for the full region that has been considered by odi as the salt-belt.that includes delaware, iowa, maryland, minnesota, missouri, wisconsin and the district of columbia in addition to the 14 states included in 05v‑379.the states covered by gm's recall have the highest incident rates for the subject condition, accounting for 91% of the incidents, but only 24% of subject vehicle sales in the united states.odi's analysis determined that 840 of the complaints, 244 of the crashes, and 16 of the injuries identified in this investigation occurred in those states.the resulting incident and crash rates are 96.2 and 28.0 per 100,000 vehicles respectively (note:rates are based on vehicle sales, not registered vehicles). The corresponding numbers in the excluded portions of the salt-belt are 399,000 vehicles, 81 incidents (20.3 per 100,000 vehicles), 3 crashes, and no injuries.the statistics in the remaining 30 states are 2,406,000 vehicles, 168 incidents (7.0 per 100,000 vehicles), 31 crashes, and one injury.gm and odi are continuing to monitor the problem experience in states that are not included in the recall.gm will provide odi with updated complaint, field report, and warranty data in november 2005.odi and gm will review that data and assess the appropriateness of the current scope of the recall at that time.
PE05020
What 2001 GMC Yukon XL Denali owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
(recall 05v‑379) ABS light has been coming on intermittently for about 4 years now. We have taken to numerous mechanics to no avail. Now after looking into recalls, I find that there actually was a solution, but we were never notified because we don't live in the correct area of the country. But we do live close to the affected area. I purchased the car used only 3 years after it was made. This vehicle could have been in the affected area prior to our purchase. We would like to be included in the recall. My teenage daughter drove this vehicle to school and dropped off our 8 year old to school for two years. This recall should have been expanded so that I was aware of it to keep my family safe.
We were traveling north up the saw mill parkway from bronx ny. This parkway is two lanes with 3-4 lights depending where you get on, so I had 3 lights going north. At the first light I notice the brakes were week. Second light had the same no pressure brake peddle, and then the third light I had no pressure on the brake peddle couldn't stop at the red light and had seen the cars coming from the left into the intersection so that made me swerve hard to the right and finally came to a stop. The right front brake line blew and fluid was leaking all over. I had both of my daughters, brother in-law, and a friends son in the truck going to a family party in connecticut around 12pm.I had a couple things going for me other than being lucky, a good driver and knowing the highway very well. I made it to the mechanic shop and saw that all my brake lines are rusted up that the mechanic didn't want to touch the others cause they might be very brittle and will break very easy. This truck is not my main vehicle and is in very good shape till I looked underneath.
Coming to a stop sign the brake line blew out on the left rear resulting in the truck not stopping and rolling through a stop sign. Had there been a child on a bike, a person walking or another vehicle coming there would have been an accident. Upon inspection by a mechanic informed me that all my brake lines are rusted out and need to be changed. Im still waiting for a quote but its said to be over $1500! Gm should be accountable and these trucks should be recalled!
While driving my 2001 denali xl my brakes failed and was fortunate that I was not in traffic. Once I crept home I was able to see the under carriage and there were large amount of corrosion on all the equipment. Car is still laid up until I can afford repaired.
I recently noticed that my spare tire was missing. I took it back to the sear auto center that has been servicing it. When they looked under the car they said that it was common for the yukon spare tire cable to rust and snap off. So I lost the spare tire, spare wheel, and cable system to hold the spare under the vehicle. Not sure where or when it happened, but it was in the last 2 years. Just found out about this complaint service. Have also had to replace the brakes and rotors a number of times (an excessive amount), and have had to have the A/C unit repaired twice. The first time I was told that it had the wrong control head. Also, whenever I hit a bump I momentarily lose power steering.
As vehicle is slowing to a stop, the ABS engages lifts the brake pedal, essentially allowing the vehicle to roll forward, and requiring a quick reaction to strongly depress the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. This is caused by a faulty and corroded ABS speed sensor, which has been recalled on these vehicles from 2002, but the recall does not include the 2001 year. Another known issue is faulty ABS modules in these vehicles which turn on the dashboard brake and ABS warning lights periodically although there is nothing wrong with the brakes or ABS.
On june 11, 2011 I drove my 2001 gmc yukon xl from carle place ny to summit nj. The trip consisted of mainly highway mileage. Everything seemed fine until I reached my destination. I made a left into a parking lot and the brake pedal became unresponsive. I pulled into a spot and jammed on the brakes. The vehicle rolled and hopped the curb and bumped into a fence. I broke a few boards. I put the truck in neutral, rolled back into the spot, and used the parking\emergency break to stop. I got out, open the hood and saw I was low on brake fluid. I looked down and there was a large puddle of brake fluid under my vehicle. I looked under and saw brake fluid dripping out. I reached under to see where the drip was coming from. It appears the line burst. Called aaa and had the truck towed back to ny. Upon further inspection, I noticed all the break lines completely rusted. It was a matter of time the other lines would fail. If I drove another mile in nj I would have been in an accident. Thank god I was not on the highway when this happened. This definitely need to be investigated. There should be a high standard when it comes to brakes. Stopping a vehicle is more critical than making it move. I called gmc and they said no recalls exist for my vehicle. They're solution is to visit a service center for repair. 99% sure I will be eating this expense.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 gmc yukon xl denali. While driving 25 MPH, the contact noticed that the ABS and brake indicators were illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle had not experienced any braking failure while driving. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop and the technician stated that the ABS was malfunctioning, the speed sensor was failing, and the speed connectors were corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact called the manufacturer and was informed that the vehicle was included in a recall pertaining to the speed sensor and advised her to take the vehicle to the dealer for repair. Once at the dealer, they refused to make the repairs because her VIN was not included in the recall. The contact called the manufacturer back and they confirmed that the vehicle was not included and stated that no repairs would be made. The federal safety agency campaign id number was unknown. The failure mileage was 140,000 and current mileage was 146,000.
I have a 2001 gmc / yukon xl denali which has the same issue as the federal safety agency recall campaign 05v379000/ the federal safety agency action number: pe05020 the brakes are exhibiting this issue. When brought to the dealer, my VIN does not "fall" into recall. My concerns is that my vehicle cannot bake safely and should be part of this recall.
Questions about the 2001 GMC Yukon XL Denali brakes
Does the 2001 GMC Yukon XL Denali have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 12 complaints about the brakes of the 2001 GMC Yukon XL Denali, 55% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2001 GMC Yukon XL Denali brakes problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 105,500 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2001 GMC Yukon XL Denali brakes?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the GMC Yukon XL Denali have bad brakes?
The GMC Yukon XL Denali model years with the most brakes complaints are 2002 (21 complaints) and 2001 (12 complaints).
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