1999 GMC Yukon engine problems

12 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 12
of this car's complaints: 6%
crashes: 0
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Engine: gasoline
4
Exhaust system
2
Engine
2
Cooling system
2
Engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

GMC Yukon engine problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1999 GMC Yukon engine

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

Stalling 9

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1999 GMC Yukon owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 3, 2006 · Engine · 83,785 miles · CA

Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle's check engine light illuminated. The service dealer determined the engine head needed to be shaved down to correct the problem. The contact expressed concern that the engine was defective. Updated 11/30/2006 -

Filed Apr 1, 2004 · Engine · 63,000 miles · AK

While driving, the steering wheel jerked away from the consumer without warning. *ak the problem was due to the (evo) exhaust valve opening. *sc

Filed Nov 26, 2003 · Engine · 82,000 miles · GA

The consumer noticed that the vehicle was leaking coolant. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who indicated that the intake manifold, water pump and thermostat were rusted. Please provide any further information.

Filed May 12, 2003 · Engine · 91,000 miles · WA

Quick change connector on the manifold is manufactured from a dissimilar metal causing premature deterioration of the fitting resulting in a loss of coolant.

Filed Mar 16, 2002 · Brakes, Engine · PA

Any recall on this vehicle? No safety defect listed.

Filed Aug 10, 2001 · Engine · CA

Since date of purchase consumer has had an exhaust system problem, causing vehicle to make loud noises. Please provide further details.

Filed Jun 21, 2001 · Engine · MI

Engine was sluggish, and it jerked hard when changing over. Consumer assumed that sound was because of v8 engine. Delaer stated motor was shot, but consumer was waiting for a written diagnosis.

Filed May 8, 2001 · Engine · CA

Tensioner that adjusts main belt had broken. Ever since would be making clicking noise. Had taken to dealership 3 times for repairs, and each time repairs would fail after a while.

Filed Sep 26, 2000 · Engine · CA

While driving about 60 MPH when engine will stall without a prior warning just die, no power/no electricity when this happens.

Filed Sep 1, 2000 · Engine, Fuel system · MA

When driving at 20-25 MPH engine will cut off without prior warning, which causes loss of all power. Consumer has contacted dealer, fuel filler was replaced. However, problem still occurs. Please provide any further details.

Questions about the 1999 GMC Yukon engine

Does the 1999 GMC Yukon have engine problems?

Owners have filed 12 complaints about the engine of the 1999 GMC Yukon, 6% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1999 GMC Yukon engine problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1999 GMC Yukon engine?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the GMC Yukon have bad engine?

The GMC Yukon model years with the most engine complaints are 2021 (221 complaints), 2023 (174 complaints) and 2022 (124 complaints).