2003 GMC Yukon XL 2500
Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2003
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2003: 9 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 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
5 of 9 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
Show complaint excerpts
Speedometer reading as much as 50MPH over actual speed, causing safety issue. Other gauges occasionally showing incorrect values (Fuel, alternator, etc).
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-02-04
(1) there were no events leading up to the failure. (2) RPM gauge gets stuck on an RPM and will stay there and speedometer wont go to 0 lowest it goes is 10MPH (3) haven't had a chance to correct this problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-01-20
Incorrect speedometer reading. Sometimes reads zero on the highway, sometimes might read 40 or 50 while doing 55 (Checked with gps).
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-08-02
Service brakes
4 of 9 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
1 of 9 total reports mentions: power train.
Parking brake
1 of 9 total reports mentions: parking brake.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 GMC Yukon XL 2500. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the brakes failed. When the contact attempted to apply the emergency brake to slow down the vehicle, it also failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-08-06
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 9 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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
2003 GMC Yukon XL 2500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2003 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 2003 GMC Yukon XL 2500?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2003 GMC Yukon XL 2500 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.