1999 GMC Yukon
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 |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 58 |
| 1995 | 90 |
| 1996 | 70 |
| 1997 | 133 |
| 1998 | 80 |
| 1999 | 204 |
| 2000 | 166 |
| 2001 | 197 |
| 2002 | 158 |
| 2003 | 204 |
| 2004 | 158 |
| 2005 | 85 |
| 2006 | 27 |
| 2007 | 428 |
| 2008 | 185 |
| 2009 | 94 |
| 2010 | 105 |
| 2011 | 158 |
| 2012 | 62 |
| 2013 | 116 |
| 2014 | 56 |
| 2015 | 528 |
| 2016 | 264 |
| 2017 | 194 |
| 2018 | 69 |
| 2019 | 51 |
| 2020 | 33 |
| 2021 | 290 |
| 2022 | 162 |
| 2023 | 207 |
| 2024 | 86 |
| 2025 | 46 |
| 2026 | 19 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
36% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 74 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY5% of complaints: tires — 10 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: service brakes — 10 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 GMC YUKON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKE THE VEHICLE SLOWED TO APPROXIMATELY 3 MPH BUT DID NOT COME TO A STOP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20121119
AS I WAS PULLING OUT OF THE PARKING LOT OF MY WORK, ONTO A PUBLIC ROAD, I CAME TO A STOP SIGN. I HAD BRAKE PEDAL PRESSURE FOR ABOUT 1 SECOND, THEN THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20121108
PRESS BRAKE PEDAL ,SUV DID NOT STOP NOTED LEAK UNDER REAR DRIVER SIDE ABOVE TIRE. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20121103
4% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 9 distinct reports on file.
CRASH4% of complaints: power train — 9 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
ERRATIC POWER STEERING ASSIST WHILE DRIV
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE OCCUPANT PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A TRAY INSERT ON THE TOP OF THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE TRAY INSERT CORRECTS THE NONCOMPLIANCE.
Campaign 00V122000 — check if this car was fixed
SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE SEPARATION
SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE SEPARATION
THROTTLE STICKING CLOSED
UNWANTED LOW-SPEED ABS ACTIVATION
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 MANUFACTURE
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).
Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed
Brake line corrosion failure
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1999 GMC Yukon — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (74 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V122000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1999 GMC Yukon reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1999 GMC Yukon is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1999 GMC Yukon?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 GMC Yukon have?
2 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.