Tl* the contact owns a 1999 gmc yukon. The contact stated that while braking at low speeds, the vehicles front end would rattle and shake. The contact stated that the brake pedal would travel to the floorboard when depressed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS module needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired, however the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000.
1999 GMC Yukon: ABS light or ABS activating
50 of the 204 complaints about the 1999 GMC Yukon describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 50
- of this car's complaints
- 25%
- typical mileage
- 92,000
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 2 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
Anytime I apply the brakes and reach a speed between 5 and 10 MPH the ABS engages and the stopping distance is greatly increased.
Abs failure. Unable to stop vehicle. Removed ABS module fuse to safely operate vehicle.
Complete brake failure when two metal lines ruptured causing a loss of hydraulic pressure in both circuits during a hard stop. Abs had not activated. The braking took place at low speed when a car ahead stopped suddenly pedal sank to the floor, and the cable-activated parking brake was then used to avoid a collision and get the truck to the side of the road.
Had to stop in a hurry on the freeway and was going about 60 miles an hour and hit the brakes, I believe the ABS locked up and I fishtailed from the left to the right and back to the left again. Engine shutoff automatically and check engine light came on. This nearly caused a multi car collision with a possible bridge fly away as we were on a bridge at the time. Luckily through defensive driving was able to gain control of the vehicle and keep it from hitting anything or anyone, however now when turning right or left there is a squeak at every rotation when going slow. Also the vehicle slowly hesitates coming to a stop and ABS will sometimes start engaging causing near collisions.
Consumer's 1999 gmc yukon is experiencing problem related to campaign number 05v379000. *nj the consumer stated he has been experiencing problems with the ABS for the past 10 years. The sensors were replaced twice. There were several attempts to get gmc to repair the problem, but with no success since the actual recall did not list the consumers make, model and year on the recall. The consumer stated there is an obvious defect.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 gmc yukon. The contact is experiencing issues with the ABS sensor on his brakes. While driving various speeds, the vehicle vibrates or the brake pedal extends to the floor when it is depressed. The dealer stated that the vehicle was not under recall; therefore, the contact would have to pay for the ABS sensor repair. The failure mileage was 114,500. Updated 05/26/09 *bf updated 05/28/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 gmc yukon. While driving approximately 50 MPH on normal road conditions, the contact heard a loud noise when the brake pedal was depressed. The ABS engaged unintentionally before the vehicle stopped 5-10 feet later. There were no warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing and they stated that the failure was related to the ABS sensor. The VIN was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign id number 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock;control unit/module), although the failures were identical. The manufacturer was notified of the failures and the vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 95,000. Updated 03/17/09. *lj the consumer stated the problem is more frequent. Everytime he brakes the ABS engages for no reason. Updated 03/17/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 gmc yukon. While making a left turn at low speeds, the vehicle was experiencing braking issues. The ABS activated and would not respond to the braking pressure. The vehicle continued to roll despite his efforts to utilize the brakes. He also heard a loud chattering noise coming from the vehicle when depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle continued rolling into traffic, but the contact was able to prevent it from crashing. Updated 01-26-09 *bf updated 01/27/09.
1999 gmc yukon my vehicle is having the same issues related to the recall of later models in regards to unwanted ABS activation recall number 05v379000 the problem regularly occurring during slowing down (braking) on clean dry pavement indicative to a faulty wheel speed sensor tires and braking system are new and in otherwise fine working order again this is the same problem occurring in other models: 2000 - 2002 chevrolet suburban 2000 - 2002 chevrolet tahoe 1999 - 2002 chevrolet silverado 2002 chevrolet avalanche 2000 - 2002 gmc yukon 1999 - 2002 gmc sierra 2000 - 2002 gmc yukon xl a reuters article states: detroit, dec 23 (reuters) - general motors corp..said on friday it is expanding an earlier recall of sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks to include another 553,000 vehicles because of potential problems with brakes. The recall is being expanded to include delaware, iowa, maryland, minnesota, missouri, wisconsin and the district of columbia. Vehicles affected by the recall include the chevrolet avalanche and silverado pickups and the chevrolet suburban and tahoe suvs. The gmc sierra pickup and yukon and yukon xl suvs are also affected. All the vehicles are from the 1999-2002 model years. This is the only info I can find on this recall richard cormier
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 gmc yukon. While driving 5 MPH, the ABS began to vibrate once the brake pedal was depressed. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock). She took the vehicle to an auto shop to repair the brakes. She called the gmc manufacturer to diagnose the failure and they stated that there was no recall for her vehicle. The failure mileage was 58,000. Updated 03/24/09. *lj the consumer was denied assistance based on the age and mileage of the vehicel. Updated 03/24/09.
1999 gmc yukon 4wd with 110,000 miles. Abs activation at low speed (4 MPH and less), and causes increased stopping distance, happens regularly. Have had several close calls, and one incident that did not result in injury or damage to either vehicle. News report dated august 30, 2005 stated gmc was recalling about 800,000 sport utility vehicles and pickups because of corrosion was affecting the ABS leading to more than 200 low-speed crashes. Gm recall #05v‑379 suggest that 1999 vehicles are subject to recall, but gm customer service line and local dealership denies that the recall applies to my vehicle.
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Related recalls
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Questions about the 1999 GMC Yukon abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1999 GMC Yukon?
50 of 204 owner complaints about the 1999 GMC Yukon (25%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 1999.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1999 GMC Yukon?
There are 0 recalls and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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