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2004 GMC Yukon XL engine problems

11 complaints (13% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 29,109. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
11
of this car's complaints
13%
typical mileage
29,109
crashes
1
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Engine
    3
  • Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
    1
  • Exhaust system: emission control: catalytic convertor
    1
  • Engine: gasoline
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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GMC Yukon XL engine problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2004 GMC Yukon XL engine

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Stalling 5

Related recalls

Engine and engine coolingReported August 3, 2006 · 38,439 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain trucks equipped with an 8.1l v8 (rpo l8-VIN g) engine have a condition in which the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture resulting in inadequate retention of the damper.
Risk
If the damper comes loose, a fuel leak may result. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip free of charge. The recall began on august 31, 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 and gmc trucks at 1‑866‑996‑9463.

Recall number 06V289000 · Recall details

What 2004 GMC Yukon XL owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 6, 2018 · Engine, Transmission · 182,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc yukon xl. While driving 60 MPH, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 182,000.

Filed Mar 31, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · NC

When I start the vehicle and go to the corner store turning the vehicle off, come out of store to restart vehicle it will not start it may take me 10 minutes to 4 hours to get the vehicle started again. Meaning I have been stranded at grocery stores, work, school functions. Attempting to get the vehicle started again I am constantly turning the switch. At this present time I have not drove my truck in almost 5 months. And I have been making truck payments on a vehicle I can't drive.... At this time not sure if it is ignition switch or pass lock I know both parts should be covered because it is a default from the manufacturer.

Filed Mar 30, 2012 · Driver assistance, Engine · 123,804 miles · AR

This is second gm vehicle that I have had this problem it goes into reduced engine power often.spent over 3,000.00 trying to fix first vehicle and never did. Dealers don't know how to fix. This is dangerous,was passing a truck today on 2 lane road and veh went in to reduced power.will not buy another gm product....

Filed Apr 24, 2010 · Body, Brakes · LA · crash

Since first purchase, the ever present concerns, inherent with our general motors gmc yukon xl, have grown; to whereby, they are safety, security, and well-being concerns: a) the squeaking, clunking, locking steering, when turning: service bulletin number: 01863. The federal safety agency item number: 10006616. B) the brake pedal, when fully stopped, at times, presses completely to the floor. C) the air conditioner that ever emits a moldy smell. D) the driver side air conditioner, at times, blows hot, when the passenger side blows cold. E) the ever present interior moldy smell. F) the driver side trim panel has dropped down; to whereby, any outside, rearview mirror adjustments are almost an impossibility, and the door locks are difficult to securely operate. G) the inoperative, keyless entry remote. G) the dash lights, at times, are inoperative. H) since first purchase, three (3) new batteries have been purchased, two (2), within the last few months. Since first purchase, we have been ignored, LED on, and misled which created time expiration. Since the beginning, with the ever present concerns, we questioned the build quality of our general motors gmc yukon xl, without any response, at all. Safety, security, and well-being concerns should neither have a time limit nor constraints.

Filed Jan 20, 2009 · Engine · 65,500 miles · IL

My 2004 gmc yukon xl speedometer stopped working. It was stuck at 10mph for a couple of days. It went back down to zero but would not register properly after that. It is presently stuck at 120mph even when the car is off. I did contact gm an they said that I would have to bring it in to a dealer for diagnosticts and it would be covered only if it was the instrument panel cluster that was bad.

Filed Sep 5, 2007 · Engine · 140,200 miles · NC

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 gmc yukon xl. The contact stated that the check engine oil light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. She was not able to drive above 10 MPH. She added oil to the engine and plans to take the vehicle to the dealer for inspection. The current and failure mileages were 140,200.

Filed Mar 30, 2007 · Engine · 12,000 miles · UT

While towing our boat in hot weather the engine stalls/kills leaving the vehicle with no power steering/brakes etc. Dealer cannot replicate failure, gm has no fix has killed 8 times over 3 years of ownership. I want a fix.

Filed Mar 20, 2006 · Engine · 7,000 miles · AZ

My car has completely died three times at highway speeds. The first time was july 2004, the second time was early oct 2005 and the last time was jan 19, 05. This has happened in three different states at three very different altitudes. When the car dies I have no brakes, power steering or anything else for that matter. The car will restart after a while. The first time it died, I thought I was going off a cliff on a pass. The last two times were on busy interstates. This is very dangerous. I have had it to the dealership numerous times only to be told that they cannot duplicate the problem so cannot fix it. I have contacted gmc during this entire period of episodes, numerous times and they are very nice but it is only lip service. I finally got my hands on a gmc service bulletin document id#1530787. It describes my problems exactly. It parrots what I have told the dealership every time I have taken the car in. I like my car and just want it fixed. I am going to kill myself and or others if I cannot control the car when it dies. I saved my money and paid cash for this car and cannot afford to buy another one. And, I cannot sell this car as I would need to disclose its defect. So, I am in need of help to get it repaired. Thanks.

Filed Jul 26, 2005 · Engine · 29,109 miles · CO

While driving 75 MPH on a 102 degree day, my fuel tank was at 1/2 full. The engine stalled and I lost all acceleration, making it dangerous on highway conditions. When I slowed to 20 MPH at the side of the road, I lost all power of steering and brakes. I experienced "vapor lock" according to the gm certified technician who evaluated my problem the following day (under a cool engine condition).he found no defects with a cool engine on a 60 degree morning.

Filed Mar 30, 2005 · Electrical, Engine · 14,595 miles · NY

While driving, the driver's power side seat begins to move forward. The dealer states there was no solution at this time. *ak the vehicle was taken to the dealer on twelve occasions. The driver's seat memory switch was inoperative, there was noise at idle and was unable to be duplicated, the satellite radio would lose frequency, the seam on the drivers seat material was wearing and the horn was delayed. *sc

Questions about the 2004 GMC Yukon XL engine

Does the 2004 GMC Yukon XL have engine problems?

Owners have filed 11 complaints about the engine of the 2004 GMC Yukon XL, 13% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2004 GMC Yukon XL engine problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 29,109 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2004 GMC Yukon XL engine?

Yes, 1 recall: 06V289000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the GMC Yukon XL have bad engine?

The GMC Yukon XL model years with the most engine complaints are 2021 (166 complaints), 2023 (166 complaints) and 2022 (128 complaints).

Other 2004 GMC Yukon XL problems

Electrical 30Brakes 14Steering 12Airbags 5Acceleration 4Body 4Fuel system 4Transmission 4Visibility 4Driver assistance 3Locks 3Lights 2Seats 2Suspension 2Tires 2Seat belts 1Wheels 1

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