Tl* the contact owns a 2000 gmc yukon xl. While driving 55 MPH, the vehicle made a sputtering noise and stalled. The contact then stated that the anti-lock brake and check engine indicators illuminated. The contact's boyfriend called smith buick gmc at 321‑405‑3488 (510 e nasa blvd, melbourne, fl 32901), but the call was disconnected. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.
2000 GMC Yukon XL brakes problems
30 complaints (44% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 71,000. 5 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 30
- of this car's complaints
- 44%
- typical mileage
- 71,000
- crashes
- 5
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip11
- Antilock: wheel speed sensor3
- Antilock2
- Foundation components1
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module1
At what mileage
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GMC Yukon XL brakes problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2000 GMC Yukon XL brakes
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is 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 island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin and the district of columbia only.
- Risk
- This can cause increased stopping distances during low-speed brake applications, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- 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 signal is within specifications. The recall began september 22, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463.
Recall number 05V379000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles. 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 limit.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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 between the brake pipe and the body cross sill.
Recall number 00V345000 · Recall details
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 2000 GMC Yukon XL owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Applied pressure to brake pedal and it went to the floor. Took the car to a midas muffler garage as it was closest for diagnosis and found that the brake line had rusted away. It had rusted out at the point where it goes over the top of the gas tank. They told me that they have seen this many times on these cars.
Multiple brake line rupture/ failure on different occasions.
My mechanic advised me that the brake lines are rusted and would cost @ $3000 to replace. Yukon will not pass pa inspection and is dangerous to drive.
The first time the ABS ebcu failed we had only owned the car a few years. We figured out something was wrong by the continuous growling buzz under the vehicle. We had to full the fuse to disconnect the unit to prevent it from running down the battery while we tried to learn exactly what was wrong. ----------- on the good side, the car runs fine without it. On the bad side, ebcu replacement is a ridiculously expensive repair. Gm charges $1400 for the stupid part, the total was just under $2000 by the time all was done.----------- it would be one thing if the ebcu was some great invention that really improved the human condition. It is not. Not only does it never help, it is actually dangerous.---------- any time you try to stop on bumpy roads the ebcu fights you. Many times I thought I was going to drive into an accident at an intersection because there was a bump and then the stupid ABS unit would not let me brake. It forces the brake pedal up and lets the car roll forward when I am frantically trying to stop the car.---------- how many times I have wished I didn't have power brakes at all! ---------- the reason I found this website is because now at 130782 the stupid thing has failed again. Now without a warranty, but with the internet, I learned how many other people have experienced the failure of this unit. There are many pages about it among gm car enthusiast groups, and even ebay auctions offering to fix the things! ---------- the ebcu is in a tight spot you can only get to with one hand while lying under the vehicle, and a quart of brake fluid drips out on you as you sequentially undo the 5 brake lines that lead to the unit.---------- my general opinion about auto design is that whoever approves the final design of some part should have to change one of them at home with tools commonly available to an average citizen!
While driving vehicle and towing boat depressed brake pedal and it went to the floor. There was no prior warning that brakes were about to fail. Used emergency brake to stop vehicle. After getting vehicle to secure location, observed steady stream of brake fluid running onto ground from under drivers side door. Apparently rotten brake lines that run from front of vehicle to rear failed.
Driving on two lane road at 35 MPH. Weather was clear, roads dry, temp 86f.approaching a hill with intersection at bottom of hill, applied brakes and brake pedal had no resistance, nearly to floor with very little braking. Brake warning light came on when brakes applied(not before). Used parking brake to stop truck at intersection, barely missing colliding with crossing traffic. Was able to get truck to trusted mechanic, who determined every inch of brake line from ABS booster to all four wheels badly corroded, like paper. Line was perforated over rear axle causing loss of brake fluid, all hydraulic pressure and no braking ability. Mechanic is certified master mechanic with over 20 years experience, said has never seen this before even in antique or abandoned vehicles.
I filed a complaint with the federal safety agency in 2005 for my anti lock brakes activating every time I slow down to stop. Gmc sent me a recall notice in 2005 and I brought my yukon xl in to fix it . They fixed it ,but now it is doing it again .
My 2000 yukon xl parking brake wore out pre-maturely, I think this should be a recall item. It is a safety concern for the owner and the public.
My gmc yukon xl has braking and fuel system problems, I have had 1 accident because of the yukons brakes deactivating while hitting a small bump on the street while trying to avoid the accident. I have contacted gmc and all they said is they would offer me a 1,000 rebate on the next purchase of another vehicle, although they advertised this defective product on ("cnn") along with the other defects. There has been other hidden recalls on this vehicle and the manufacturer did not properly tell or notify me.
Questions about the 2000 GMC Yukon XL brakes
Does the 2000 GMC Yukon XL have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 30 complaints about the brakes of the 2000 GMC Yukon XL, 44% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2000 GMC Yukon XL brakes problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 71,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2000 GMC Yukon XL brakes?
Yes, 2 recalls: 05V379000, 00V345000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the GMC Yukon XL have bad brakes?
The GMC Yukon XL model years with the most brakes complaints are 2001 (70 complaints), 2015 (64 complaints) and 2016 (41 complaints).
Other 2000 GMC Yukon XL problems
Fuel system 11Tires 5Visibility 5Acceleration 4Steering 4Engine 3Airbags 2Body 2Electrical 2Transmission 2Locks 1Seats 1Wheels 1
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