2001 GMC Yukon XL 2500
Only 18 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 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 18
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2001
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2001: 18 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 4 |
| 2006 | 2 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 18 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
6 of 18 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.
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My 2001 xl 2500 has had periodic problems starting and stalling at different times. The starting problem happens about 2 times as often as the stalling problem. They do not happen at the same time.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-09-20
Also filed under Electrical system
Service brakes
5 of 18 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2001 GMC yukon 2500. The contact stated while starting the vehicle after it had been sitting 4 days it became apparent that the brakes and power steering had failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-26
Also filed under Steering
Electrical system
2 of 18 total reports mention: electrical system.
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Was driving down a stretch of straight road in warrenton, Virginia when I went to press the button that changes the display near the odometer from "Odometer," "Trip 1" Miles, and "Trip 2" Miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-16
Tires
2 of 18 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
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I have a 2001 GMC yukon and it came with firestone steeltex at tires lt 245/75R 16. The tire's DOT # is VN11 bac 4700. I was going south on hwy 101 and the front end began to vibrate.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-07-23
Trailer hitches
1 of 18 total reports mentions: trailer hitches.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2006-09-14Engineering analysisClosed 2007-11-09 Crank position sensor failure - stall
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2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…
Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).
Buy-smart checklist
2001 GMC Yukon XL 2500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2001 GMC Yukon XL 2500 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 GMC Yukon XL 2500?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2001 GMC Yukon XL 2500 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.