2001 GMC Yukon XL
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 3 |
| 2000 | 69 |
| 2001 | 120 |
| 2002 | 95 |
| 2003 | 102 |
| 2004 | 87 |
| 2005 | 42 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 95 |
| 2008 | 69 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 28 |
| 2011 | 47 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 306 |
| 2016 | 199 |
| 2017 | 143 |
| 2018 | 51 |
| 2019 | 62 |
| 2020 | 43 |
| 2021 | 198 |
| 2022 | 149 |
| 2023 | 184 |
| 2024 | 57 |
| 2025 | 22 |
| 2026 | 22 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
19% of complaints: parking brake — 23 distinct reports on file.
INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
PARKING BRAKE FAILURE AND TRANSMISSION FAILURE. RESULTING IN DEATH OF 4 YEAR OLD CHILD. PLEASE SIGN MY PETITION IF YOU HAVE THIS PROBLEM. WWW.STARINTI.COM. *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20041030
ON MAY 17, 2003 MY 4 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WAS KILLED IN OUR DRIVEWAY BY OUR 2001 GMC YUKON. WE WERE CLEANING THE REAR OF OUR VEHICLE WHEN THE VEHICLE CAME OUT OF GEAR AND THE PARKING BRAKE FAILED TO HOLD THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040817
13% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 15 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: service brakes — 13 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 GMC YUKON XL. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A DITCH. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20141030
The ABS system in this vehicle and many other similar GM vehicles of this year have abs pumps that malfunction and/or randomly stop working just to begin working later.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260224
This is the 3rd Yukon I have owned all 2001-2003.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250322
8% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 10 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE LOOSE OR MISSING REAR WHEELHOUSE PLUGS. UNDER CERTAIN VEHICLE OPERATING CONDITIONS, EXHAUST GA
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE FOR LOOSE OR MISSING WHEELHOUSE PLUGS AND INSTALL NEW PLUGS IF NECESSARY.
Campaign 00V343000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PICKUP AND UTILITY TRUCKS. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE AN INTERNAL COMPONENT IN THE OUTBOARD SEAT BELT RETRACTORS FOR THE 2ND AND 3RD ROW OF SEATS THAT COULD BE CRACKED. WITH R
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE OUTBOARD SEAT BELTS FOR SPECIFIC LOT NUMBERS AND REPLACE THE BELTS IF NECESSARY. GM IS ENCLOSING AN INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR THE OWNERS TO USE OR THEY CAN HAVE THEIR DEALERS
Campaign 01V159000 — check if this car was fixed
THROTTLE STICKING CLOSED
ALLEGED FAILURE OF 2ND ROW SEATBELT ALR
OVERHEATED FUEL PUMP WIRING
OVERHEATED FUEL PUMP WIRING
UNWANTED LOW-SPEED ABS ACTIVATION
CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE UNWANTED ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) ACTIVATION. THIS CONDITION IS MORE LIKELY TO OCCUR IN ENVIRONMENTALLY CORROSIVE AREAS. THIS RECA
Remedy: DEALERS ARE TO REMOVE THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR AND THOROUGHLY CLEAN THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR MOUNTING SURFACE ON THE BEARING, APPLY RUST INHIBITOR TO THE CLEANED SURFACE, GREASE THE MOUNTING SURFACE, REIN
Campaign 05V379000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH FUEL MODULE RESERVOIR ASSEMBLIES THAT CONTAIN FUEL PUMP WIRES CONNECTORS MAY OVERHEAT UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE FUEL TANK, AND REMOVE THE MODULE RESERVOIR ASSEMBLIES FROM THE TANK, AND INSTALL A NEW SERVICE KIT FREE OF CHARGE. AN INTERIM LETTER TO OWNERS WAS MAILED ON MAY 25, 2005. THE
Campaign 05V155000 — check if this car was fixed
PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL REPLACEMENT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES WITH THE BRAND NAMES: NATIONAL, CARQUEST P/NOS. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, AND 515060, SHIPPED BETWEEN JANUARY 23, 2006, AND
Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE HUB ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL TOLL-FREE AT 877-489-6659.
Campaign 07E106000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2001 GMC Yukon XL — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for parking brake issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V343000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 01V159000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 05V379000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 05V155000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E106000 (wheels) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2001 GMC Yukon XL reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2001 GMC Yukon XL is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2001 GMC Yukon XL?
The most-reported component is parking brake, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 GMC Yukon XL have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.