2003 GMC Yukon Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2003 GMC Yukon has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 204 complaints with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 2 fires, 18 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (54 reports).

4Recalls
204Owner complaints
9Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2003 GMC Yukon recalls

Seat Belts:Rear/Other

Recall 05V163Apr 22, 20051,359,824 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Recall 04V045Feb 4, 200468,875 vehicles affected

Structure

Recall 03V094Mar 7, 20033,674 vehicles affected

Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments

Recall 03V037Feb 6, 2003107 vehicles affected

Most common 2003 GMC Yukon problems

Problem areas named in the 204 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System54
Service Brakes40
Service Brakes, Hydraulic19
Vehicle Speed Control13
Engine And Engine Cooling12
Fuel System, Gasoline12
Engine12
Steering11
Tires9
Air Bags8

What owners report

2025-05-02, Engine
My 03 Yukon Denali is experiencing all of the same things that the recall on the 2021 Yukon is experiencing. What do I do? The recall notice I am referring to is N252494000
2022-10-06, Power Train
The contact owns a 2003 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at various speed, the vehicle would stall as the battery warning light appeared on the instrument panel. The contact also stated that the vehicle would shake upon depression of the brake pedal without warning. The vehicle was taken to the independent where the vehicle was purchased and was offered no assistance. The dealer nor the manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
2022-04-18, Engine
The contact owns a 2003 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that upon purchasing the vehicle from a towing company, the vehicle would not start. The battery was instantly replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle would wobble and shut off inadvertently while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the stabilizers and shocks were replaced. The independent mechanic then took the vehicle to an electrical failure specialist where it was diagnosed that the front end of the vehicle was experiencing electrical failures. Additionally, the contact stated that a warning message stating that the air bags were not working was displayed. The dealer and the manufacturer were not noti
2021-07-11, Suspension
When I turn out of a parking spot it clicks and pops replaced ball joints shocks tie rods everything it won't go away and it does it when I pull into a parking spot
2020-12-13, Engine
FOR THE PAST FEW MONTHS MY CAR STALLS WHILE DRIVING I'VE REPLACED FUEL PUMP. KNOCK SENSORS COILS AND PLUGS AND IT STILL DOES IT AND DOES NOT THROW A TROUBLE CODE.

2003 GMC Yukon questions

Does the 2003 GMC Yukon have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2003 GMC Yukon: Seat Belts:Rear/Other; Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Structure; Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 GMC Yukon?

Based on 204 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (54), Service Brakes (40), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (19).

How do I check if a recall on my 2003 GMC Yukon 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.

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