1999 GMC Yukon transmission problems

Filed Apr 20, 2009 · Brakes, Electrical · 100,000 miles · AZ

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 gmc yukon. On april 20, 2009, the vehicle would not accelerate past 20 MPH. There had been no prior failures with the transmission since purchasing the vehicle used in january of 2009. In addition, there were alignment issues that caused the tires to explode, tie rod failure, brake failure, and the fuel gauge displays the incorrect amount of fuel in the vehicle. The failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 5/27/09 *cn the upper and lower ball joints, lower ball joints, idler arm, steering gear, rack and pinion were all replaced. Updated 06/02/09.

Filed Dec 13, 2004 · Transmission · 97,000 miles · VA

While driving at 60 MPH rmps revved up, and the transmission slipped, mechanic inspected the vehicle, and indicated that the transmission malfunctioned due to a failure in the ball valve. Also indicated that this was a common problem with these vehicles, and this part has been up graded in later model years to correct this failure.

Filed Oct 14, 2003 · Transmission · CA

Vehicle had a rusted rear axle that was not diagnosed by the dealership that sold this vehicle. However, the rims and tires were oversized to muffle the sound, and hide the noise which would have sent out a signal that there were problems with this vehicle.

Filed Oct 14, 2003 · Transmission · CA

Vehicle had a rusted rear axle that was not diagnosed by the dealership that sold this vehicle. However, the rims and tires were oversized to muffle the sound and hide the noise which would have sent out a signal that there were problems with this vehicle.

Filed Apr 4, 2002 · Transmission · CA

Transmission shifts hard from 1st to 2nd. Transmisson does not shift to 4th (od). Intermittent problem but happens most often after driving at freeway speeds or using engine braking on downgrades by shifting into lower gears. Seems to be more frequent in warm/hot weather. Vehicle is always lightly loaded.

Filed Apr 3, 2001 · Locks, Transmission · KS

Dealer verified problem with driveline at startup or stopping. Dealer stated this is a problem with yukon,tahoe, escalade, and gmc/chevrolet full size trucks.problem has been present for the last 3 years with no corrective action.dealer will charge customer to lube the "spline" as a temp fix. Hood flutter in wind, service bulletin was issued for 2000 denali, needs to include 1999 year(same body style) see bulletin #000863007. Hood "crowl" was replace by dealer, new replacement does not fit correctly, dealer recommended gluing in place. Not correct fix.

Filed Mar 22, 2001 · Brakes, Transmission · NC

Had taken vehicle to dealer for brake service on front disc brakes due to wear on disc. Work after 15000 miles had to be performed again due to disk wearing out. Consumer believed that brakes were not heavy enough for vehicle. *ak disc warped causing vibrations and brake failure. The disc was turned a t 15k miles and was replaced at 28k. Transmission does not hold on hills. Front end was leaking due to front pinion seal failure ..

Filed Sep 11, 2000 · Electrical, Fuel system · CA

Vehicle returned after 'fix' on 6/14 complaint: a loud thump noise at engine transmission area, then loss of power going uphill work done: lubed drive shaft (inv 412596) second time in: 6/20 (inv412895) complaint:cust returned for complaint of intermittent stalling and, extended starting" work done: ignition coil, ignition replace third complaint 7/18/00-7/25 in shop (inv 414264 "t5533 replace new scpi injector(s) as necessary - bad catalytic converter replaces, replace right 87wt"fourth complaint: 9/6/00 to 9/8/00 in shop (vehicle not driven between 8/2 and 8/26, in garage) "customer states engine died while driving50 MPH. It lost power and seemed like no fuel was getting to engine" stated cause:50psi, low l1225 sender/pump assembly, fuel (tank unit) - repalce left tank 228 wtl 2.20.

Filed Aug 8, 2000 · Acceleration, Brakes · AZ

Basically consumer was having a problem with ABS braking system. When applying brake pedal, pedal stuck and ruined rotors. Also, air conditioning went out three times due to a hole inside of vent area. *ak check engine light came on due to faulty harness. Transmission slips on acceleration. The engine runs rough at idle. Button on left front seat rattles. Right front outer brake pad was worn. Vehicle pulls left when applying brake.

Filed Jun 29, 2000 · Transmission · MI

While driving on the highway all of a sudden vehicle cut off and stalled. Contacted dealer.