2001 Chevrolet Yukon

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2001 Chevrolet Yukon
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:44:47.813Z

Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
6

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
5

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 8 complaints 2000 2001: 6 complaints 2001 6 2002: 6 complaints 2002 2003: 14 complaints 2003
1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 8 complaints 2000 2001: 6 complaints 2001 6 2002: 6 complaints 2002 2003: 14 complaints 2003
1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 8 complaints 2000 2001: 6 complaints 2001 6 2002: 6 complaints 2002 2003: 14 complaints 2003

2001: 6 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19985
19996
20008
20016
20026
200314

Known problem areas

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

2 of 6 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing electric.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Yukon. The contact stated that while making a u-turn, the brakes failed to respond. The brake pedal went to the floorboard. The contact also stated that the brake and the ABS warning light illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-04-15

Suspension

1 of 6 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing front.

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While traveling at highway speeds steering wheel pulls from left to right, and brakes vibrate violently on an intermittent basis. Consumer thought that tires were unbalanced. Consumer contacted dealer for this problem.

NHTSA ODI report, 2001-10-30

Parking brake

1 of 6 total reports mentions: parking brake.

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During routine inspection, the consumer was informed that their emergency parking brake is inoperable. The dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Please provide more information.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-02-24

Equipment

1 of 6 total reports mentions: equipment.

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Carpet in vehicle sheds. When rolled down window pieces of carpet blow into face and eyes from front to back. Dealer contacted. *ak consumer stated that carpet in vehicle continues to shed and needs to be re-carpeted.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-04-26

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 5 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2003-06-12Preliminary evaluationClosed 2003-11-03 Steel wheel rim fracture
  2. I
    2004-04-30Engineering analysisClosed 2005-02-28 Hydraulic pump failres
  3. I
    2005-12-20Defect petitionClosed 2006-05-31 Parking brake failure
  4. I
    2006-09-14Engineering analysisClosed 2007-11-09 Crank position sensor failure - stall
  5. I
    2011-01-05Engineering analysisClosed 2015-04-08 Brake line corrosion failure

Buy-smart checklist

2001 Chevrolet Yukon — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Parking brake: 1 report on file for this year.

FAQ

Is the 2001 Chevrolet Yukon reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Chevrolet Yukon?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Chevrolet Yukon have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.