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2003 GMC Yukon steering problems

11 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 28,185.

owner complaints
11
of this car's complaints
5%
typical mileage
28,185
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Column
    4
  • Gear box: shaft sector
    1

At what mileage

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GMC Yukon steering problems in other years

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Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2003 GMC Yukon owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 25, 2013 · Steering · 95,671 miles · SC

Knocking noise in steering column; steering very loose; sometimes feels like I loose control of the car when turning while going over bumps in road.

Filed Sep 5, 2008 · Steering · PA

Problems with steering knuckle/column since purchase. Dealer well aware of issues with this problem. Steering part was replaced which only solved problem with looseness and noise temporarily. Second repair "exercised" the steering knuckle which was not effective. Steering feels loose and noise, knocking when turning steering wheel or going over bumpy terrain.

Filed Apr 27, 2006 · Steering · 28,185 miles · NE

Dt*: the contact stated the steering shaft was replaced under recall january 2005. While driving at various speeds and when the steering wheel is turned there is a popping and grinding nose. There is also an extreme amount of play in the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the shaft was greased. This did not repair the problem. The shaft will need to be replaced to fix the problem. The federal safety agency recall information is not available.

Filed Sep 12, 2005 · Electrical, Steering · 16,551 miles · CO

I have had ongoing problems with my 2003 gmc yukon. It started in september of 2004 with my rear air not working, it was inoperable; and, a popping noise in my steering, the steering felt loose. The rear air was temporarily fixed in october of 2004 but continues to be a problem now in september of 2005, one year later. I've never really had rear air since I bought the vehicle, it works occasionally. I still have no rear air and vehicle has been in the shop more than 7 times for this problem. It took until january of 2005 to fix the steering problem. I've also had problems with my speedometer, which quit working in december of 2004 and the part was on back order and I had to take my vehicle in and leave for the dealership to send the speedometer to california for reprogramming, this problem was fixed in january of 2005.

Filed Aug 1, 2005 · Steering, Tires · 45,868 miles · MI

I took delivery of my 2003 gmc yukon slt on 22 december 2003. It has chassis problems since it had 500 miles on the odometer. I have taken it to the dealership service department for the following chassis related complaints multiple times: front end vibration and highway speeds (50+ MPH), steering wheel pull at all speeds, and sudden loss of power steering. In the past, gm service has aligned the front end, balanced wheels, replaced tires, replaced the power steering pump, and replaced the steering gear. Vehicle service history is available. The most recent loss of power steering occurred on 29 july 2005 at approximately 10:00 p.m. I was pulling out of a tubby's restaurant parking lot in clinton township, mi in an attempt to turn right onto garfield st. My attempted right turn failed as my vehicle steering locked mid way into my turn, causing my vehicle to go into oncoming traffic. I slammed on the brakes, put the vehicle in reverse to remove my vehicle from traffic, and wrestled with the steering wheel to turn right to get on the right side of the road. I had a near miss as there was traffic coming from both directions on a road with a posted speed limit of 45 MPH. After the near miss, I realized that the vehicle had lost power steering, only to the right. I carefully drove the vehicle home. I took the vehicle to rinke pontiac gmc service on 1 august 2005 for service. The serve department said that I would have the pay for it since the warranty has expired.

Filed Aug 1, 2005 · Steering, Tires · 45,868 miles · MI

I took delivery of my 2003 gmc yukon slt on 22 december 2003. It has chassis problems since it had 500 miles on the odometer. I have taken it to the dealership service department for the following chassis related complaints multiple times: front end vibration and highway speeds (50+ MPH), steering wheel pull at all speeds, and sudden loss of power steering. In the past, gm service has aligned the front end, balanced wheels, replaced tires, replaced the power steering pump, and replaced the steering gear. Vehicle service history is available. The most recent loss of power steering occurred on 29 july 2005 at approximately 10:00 p.m. I was pulling out of a tubby's restaurant parking lot in clinton township, mi in an attempt to turn right onto garfield st. My attempted right turn failed as my vehicle steering locked mid way into my turn, causing my vehicle to go into oncoming traffic. I slammed on the brakes, put the vehicle in reverse to remove my vehicle from traffic, and wrestled with the steering wheel to turn right to get on the right side of the road. I had a near miss as there was traffic coming from both directions on a road with a posted speed limit of 45 MPH. After the near miss, I realized that the vehicle had lost power steering, only to the right. I carefully drove the vehicle home. I took the vehicle to rinke pontiac gmc service on 1 august 2005 for service. The serve department said that I would have the pay for it since the warranty has expired.

Filed Mar 2, 2005 · Steering, Suspension · SC

Gmc yukon 2003 looseness in front suspension. *bf there was a rattle and or looseness in the front end. The problem had grown progressively worse with time. The dealer inspected the vehicle and suggested that the intermediate steering column should be replaced. The problem returned and had not been remedied. Recently the problem turned to creaks and groans when stopping, when accelerating from a stop there was a metal on metal sound. *sc

Filed Jan 4, 2005 · Steering · 15,000 miles · OK

The consumer stated that the steering shaft had a poor fit. It was loose which made the steering difficult at times. The consumer stated there was a noise within the shaft. Please provide any further information. Also, provide vehicle identification number. *jb the consumer stated that the shaft was defective. Steering shakes and gives a bad sense of feel to the road.

Filed Nov 3, 2004 · Electrical, Fuel system · NY

While driving 65 MPH and pulling a trailer vehicle stalled. Prior to stalling there was some hesitation and jerking as if not getting fuel to engine. The dealer took vehicle to dealership in arizona, and fuel pump had to be replaced. This was the second occurrence for fuel pump problem. Also, experienced steering problem. The steering would be sticking, and it would jam when making turns either left or right. The mechanic at dealership had to replace a seal in column shaft of steering wheel. *ak the light clunk noise in the steering, low voltage, and insufficient fuel pressure on aceleration intermittently.

Filed Mar 2, 2004 · Steering · GA

While driving and attempting to make a left or right turn steering column locked in place. Consumer had the vehicle serviced by a technician, and he determined the steering column shaft as the cause. Steering column shaft needed replacement.

Questions about the 2003 GMC Yukon steering

Does the 2003 GMC Yukon have steering problems?

Owners have filed 11 complaints about the steering of the 2003 GMC Yukon, 5% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2003 GMC Yukon steering problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 28,185 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2003 GMC Yukon steering?

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

What year does the GMC Yukon have bad steering?

The GMC Yukon model years with the most steering complaints are 1997 (53 complaints), 2015 (34 complaints) and 1999 (20 complaints).

Other 2003 GMC Yukon problems

Brakes 59Electrical 53Engine 24Fuel system 15Acceleration 13Tires 9Visibility 9Airbags 8Body 8Transmission 8Driver assistance 7Lights 5Suspension 4Seats 3Locks 2Seat belts 1Wheels 1

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