2003 GMC Yukon Denali: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2003 GMC Yukon Denali: 0 recalls, 72 owner complaints.
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Recalls
0 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Exterior lights Equipment recall #06E025000 · 2006 · 1,450 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain poli-auto combination headlamp assemblies, p/nos. 11-728, 11-728d, 11-710, 11-419, 11-713, 11-703, 11-704, 11-708p, 11-735, 11-725, 11-726, 11-716 (p&c), 11-721-1, 11-733, 11-729, 11-730, and 11-732, sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "lamps,…
Why it matters: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
The fix: Poli-auto will notify owners and offer to repurchase the headlamps at its original purchase price. The recall is expected to begin during April 2006.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (25): the most common themes are electrical failure (8), stalls / loses power (3), warning light on (3).
- Brakes (10): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (6).
- Engine (8): the most common themes are warning light on (4), stalls / loses power (2).
- Brakes (hydraulic) (7): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (6), rust / corrosion (4).
The 2003 GMC Yukon Denali has 72 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 20 Yukon Denali model years for complaints (1.6× the average Yukon Denali year). Complaints peaked in 2013 (10 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 94,425 miles. Neighboring years: 2002 (29 complaints, 0 recalls), 2004 (109 complaints, 0 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2003 GMC Yukon Denali have any recalls?
NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 2003 GMC Yukon Denali, but 1 equipment or tire recalls may apply. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.
What are the most common 2003 GMC Yukon Denali problems?
Owners have filed 72 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (25), brakes (10), engine (8).
Where can I get a 2003 GMC Yukon Denali repair manual?
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