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2005 GMC Yukon XL problems

The most common problem on the 2005 GMC Yukon XL is electrical system, typically around 60,000 miles. It has fewer complaints than a typical Yukon XL model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
73/100
Owner complaints
42
Recalls
5
Service bulletins
575
Worst area
Electrical

The worst 2005 GMC Yukon XL problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

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  • Electrical
    13
  • Brakes
    8
  • Engine
    7
  • Fuel system
    4
  • Steering
    4
  • Suspension
    3
  • Transmission
    3
  • Airbags
    2
  • Driver assistance
    2
  • Wheels
    2
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Body
    1
  • Lights
    1
  • Seats
    1
  • Tires
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Recalls 5

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

Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkagesReported March 18, 2005 · 707 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain sport utility vehicles, the brake pedal pushrod retainer may be missing. If the retainer is missing, the brake booster pushrod could disengage from the brake pedal.
Risk
This could result in a loss of brakes which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for the brake pedal pushrod retainer and install one if it is missing free of charge. The manufacturer began contacting owners by telephone on march 10, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463.

Recall number 05V103000 · Recall details

Power train: manual transmission: shift pattern indicatorReported February 14, 2005 · 7,194 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Certain sport utility vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock and transmission braking effect." under certain vehicle starting conditions, the shift lever position indicator located in the instrument panel cluster may not illuminate. If the shift lever position indicator does not illuminate, the driver may not know which gear the vehicle is in.
Risk
The vehicle may move in an unintended direction resulting in possible injury to others outside of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the instrument panel cluster free of charge. The recall began on february 14, 2005. Owners may contact cadillac at 1‑866‑982‑2339, chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, and gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463.

Recall number 05V055000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulicReported February 8, 2005 · 77,411 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Certain trucks, sport utility vehicles, and vans equipped with bosch hydro-boost brake assemblies, the hydraulic brake booster pressure accumulator may crack and separate from the hydro-boost assembly during normal operating conditions.
Risk
If a separation occurred and the hood of the vehicle were open, fragments from the accumulator could cause injury to people in the immediate area. The presence of this crack or fractured surface could allow the hydraulic fluid to leak from the accumulator circuit of the booster assembly. The loss of fluid would cause increased steering and braking effort and a crash may occur without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will test the hydro-boost assembly for functional operation of the two-function valve. If the hydro-boost assembly fails the test, dealers will replace the assembly free of charge. The recall began on march 23, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc trucks at 1‑866‑996‑9463 and hummer at 1‑800‑732‑5493.

Recall number 05V043000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported August 2, 2004 · 1,103 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with 5.3l (rpo l59) v8 engines, the engine fuel rail crossover tube retainer screws were not manufactured to specifications and may break.
Risk
If the tube retainer screw breaks, fuel could leak from the fuel rail crossover joint, the engine may stall and, if an ignition source were present, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel rail crossover tube and, if necessary, replace the retainer screws. Owners were notified by telephone on july 30, 2004, with a followup owner letter began august 5, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463. Note: the gm bulletin lists the tahoe and yukon models because canadian vehicles are included in the bulletin. No u.s. Tahoe or yukon vehicles are included in the u.s. Campaign.

Recall number 04V376000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2005 GMC Yukon XL 575

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 575 bulletins for the 2005 GMC Yukon XL

What 2005 GMC Yukon XL owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 16, 2021 · Electrical, Engine · NC

This vehicle has been in and out of the shop several times for the same reason, "reduced engine power". It puts me in a dangerous position sometimes because the vehicle will suddenly go into this "limp mode" I have spent several thousand dollars in repairs and fixes by qualified mechanics and yet this problem will not go away. After much research I find that I among many people with the same problem. It happened three times yesterday!

Filed Sep 10, 2020 · Brakes · PR · crash

I have a brake problem, the dynamic electronic brake system turns on at times during running and the rim heats up and a strong smell of brakes comes out, on two occasions the rear tires exploded and I caused an accident on the highway. When the vehicle was new in 2005, the dealer changed the brakes, ABS and other components, but they were not responsible for the problem, then in 2010 again, I changed all the components related to the brakes but it remains the same. Sometimes the dynamic brake is activated and the rings and rear rubbers are heated. I do not use the vehicle for long roads for safety. I bought it in 2005 and it now has 73,100 miles. I am looking for if any dealer or owner in the USA has or had the same problem. Thank you..

Filed Jun 1, 2020 · Acceleration, Engine · AL

Getting gas and it keeps clicking,

Filed Aug 25, 2019 · Wheels · 190,000 miles · WI

3 of 4 wheels have cracks

Filed Nov 19, 2018 · Brakes, Engine · PA

While driving I hear a winding sound coming from wheel area while driving I smell fuel that comes and goes recently had full tune up now car starts to tick after a while of driving or even pressing on gas while in park it stops while driving car stalls and indicates coil is bad from check engine light being on I had changed coils and car still stalls

Filed Nov 19, 2018 · Brakes, Engine · PA

After getting full tune up my engine starts ticking when I start my my car after a while of driving the ticking stops car stalls while driving and check engine blinks on and off . Already changed coils from instructed read still get stalling. Brake booster light is on and I have a fuel smell that comes and goes while driving

Filed Oct 3, 2017 · Engine · 157,000 miles · TX

At 70 MPH on a freeway, reduced engine power message came on and vehicle lost power slowing to 20mph. Dangerous with all the traffic around.

Filed Dec 21, 2014 · Seats · 88,000 miles · WV

Middle row passenger seat does not click into place with out shoving it back several times until it "latches" (after allowing children in the back seat then trying to put seat back into place). If not clicked in the seat slides back and forth.

Filed Dec 21, 2014 · Visibility · 89,000 miles · WV

Back wiper not working. Engine not moving the wiper. Not able to see out of back window when it rains.

Filed Dec 21, 2014 · Brakes · 101,000 miles · WV

Driving home, leaving our current locality the brakes failed to work. Were able to press brake to the floor without having the vehicle stop. Investigated the next day (after having to borrow a vehicle) and brake lines are flaking and leaking fluid. Took to repair shop after putting on "temporary" break line (which we found out will not work on our vehicle). Having it replaced but shop called and can not do it and we have to take it to the dealer to fix since the body has to be taken off and brake lines replaced.

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Questions about the 2005 GMC Yukon XL

Is the 2005 GMC Yukon XL reliable?

Owners have filed 42 complaints about the 2005 GMC Yukon XL, fewer than a typical Yukon XL model year.

What is the 2005 GMC Yukon XL year score?

The 2005 GMC Yukon XL scores 73 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the GMC Yukon XL: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 GMC Yukon XL?

Electrical system, with 13 complaints, typically around 60,000 miles. Next is brakes (8).

How many recalls does the 2005 GMC Yukon XL have?

5 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic and power train.

What year does the GMC Yukon XL have the most electrical problems?

The GMC Yukon XL model years with the most electrical complaints are 2015 (58 complaints), 2003 (38 complaints) and 2023 (36 complaints).

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