CarRecallWatchThe 2003 GMC Yukon XL has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 102 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (38 reports).
2003 GMC Yukon XL recalls
Most common 2003 GMC Yukon XL problems
Problem areas named in the 102 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 38 |
| Service Brakes | 16 |
| Steering | 9 |
| Tires | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 |
| Suspension | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
What owners report
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2003 GMC Yukon XL. It was later discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale on January 26th, 2026. At the time of purchase and at the time of the vehicle registration, the vehicle mileage was 186,000. While applying for insurance on February 20, 2026, the contact was informed that the vehicle was due for a 300,000-mile maintenance plan. The contact confirmed through the Carfax Report that the actual mileage was 300,000. The dealer was contacted and informed of the odometer fraud discovery; however, the dealer refused further contact to resolve the issue. The odometer fraud was also reported to the State Consumer Prote
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 GMC YUKON XL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE KEY CHAIN WAS ATTACHED TO THE KEYS, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START HOWEVER, WHEN THE KEY CHAIN WAS REMOVED, THE VEHICLE START AS DESIGNED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER NOR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 220,000.
HEADLIGHTS AS WELL AS DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS DO NOT COME ON HIGHBEAMS DO HOWEVER
CONCERNED ABOUT THE SERVICE NOTICE ON MY DIC WITH THE AUTO RIDE SUSPENSION SYSTEM. P0660 CODE DETECTION. NO INDICATION OF WHAT THE CONDITION OF THE SYSTEM IS INOPERABLE AND IF THE VEHICLE IS IN A SAFE MODE UNTIL REPAIRS OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS ARE MADE.CURRENTLY THE VEHICLE HAS LOCKED THE AIR RIDE SUSPENSION TO WHICH THE COMPRESSOR WILL NOT ACTIVATE. SHOCKS ARE IN A MAINTAINED PRESSURE TO WHICH THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN A FIRM PRESSURE MAKING A SOLID RIDE AS IF THE VEHICLE WOULD BE IF IN TOW MODE.NOT SURE IF THE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE HANDLING ARE EFFECTIVE.
BRAKE FAILURE DUE TO LEAK FROM RUSTED OUT BRAKE LINE UNDER DRIVER SEAT AREA AND LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID.
2003 GMC Yukon XL questions
Does the 2003 GMC Yukon XL have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2003 GMC Yukon XL: Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 GMC Yukon XL?
Based on 102 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (38), Service Brakes (16), Steering (9).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 GMC Yukon XL has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.