There are no safety recalls for the 2003 GMC Yukon XL Denali, but owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA.
2003 GMC Yukon XL Denali problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Electrical System | 13 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 4 | |
| Power Train | 3 | |
| Suspension | 3 | |
| Visibility | 2 | |
| Tires | 2 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Service Brakes | 2 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 9
- Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System › Heater Core — 1
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
- Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System — 1
- Power Train › Manual Transmission › Column Shift Assembly — 1
- Suspension › Front › Wheel Bearing — 1
- Suspension › Front › Hub — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 67,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2003 GMC Yukon XL Denali complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 173,000 miles · reported Dec 12, 2018
About a month a ago my 2003 yukon xl all of a sudden would not drive over15 miles an hr in rush hour traffic. I took the truck to the shop to have diagnostics ran. I was told it was the battery. The truck ran for about a month then all of a sudden the battery was back dead. Returned the truck back to the shop another battery was put in. It's been about another month. This time I was driving from miami to jacksonville and the truck lost power 100 miles outside jacksonville on I-95 north. It had all power just would not crank. Had it towed to the shop now I'm being to there's a problem with…
Service Brakes · at 130,000 miles · reported Nov 10, 2014
Driving home when I push the brakes, the brakes didn't work, brake service warning came on upon checking all the brake lines are rusted and when it press the brakes it appears the pressure puncture a line.
Engine · at 166,081 miles · reported Sep 29, 2014
We were driving up in the mountains and we lost power briefly to the engine. The lights flickered and the dash board went out. Then the loss of engine power came on and the stability/traction came on too. This has happened weekly for the last two years. This last time was alarming since we were coming down a mountain in a storm and could have been stranded up there with no running vehicle to keep us warm. This needs to get a recall or investigation going on these vehicles. If you google this issue you will see that there are hundreds if not thousands of people that are affected with this…
Service Brakes · at 177,880 miles · reported Dec 27, 2013
I was traveling on a two lane county road located in oldham county kentucky and upon approaching a curve, I attempted to apply the brake to slow the vehicle but the brake pedal went to the floor and provided no braking action (Severely rusted brake lines burst and resulted in total brake failure ). The curve was followed by an intersection with a stop sign in my lane. Luckily there were no vehicles in front of me and no opposing traffic at that moment, which enabled me, through the use of gears and the emergency brake, to get the vehicle stopped just beyond the stop sign. It was my…
Engine · at 117,900 miles · reported Dec 18, 2012
Driving 65 MPH on the highway and all of a sudden my car loses power. This is very dangerous! The dash says reduced engine power. Engine light comes on. Codes for the problem p0120, p0171, p0174, p0300, p2135. I got everything done that was suggested the codes are gone and it's still happening!! Not sure what the gmc dealership is up to but they don't have a clue to what's causing it or how to fix it!
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2003 GMC Yukon XL Denali have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2003 GMC Yukon XL Denali as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 GMC Yukon XL Denali?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (13 reports), followed by electronic stability control (esc) (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 67,000 miles.
Are GMC recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized GMC dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.