1996 GMC Yukon
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 1996 GMC Yukon. Newest first.
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 manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
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).
On certain minivans, pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles with certain model-engine combinations, the windshield wiper motor may fail due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board. the windshield wipers could work intermittently or not at all.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this were to occur during bad weather, driver visibility would be reduced, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover. owner notification began on june 19, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, GMC at 1-800-462-8782, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, 2 and 4-wheel drive. solder joints near the wiring harness connector can crack causing the windshield wipers to work intermittently.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition can result in inoperative wipers, reducing a driver's visibility, and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover.
These vehicles were assembled with the throttle cable contacting the dash mat which could bind the throttle. This does not meet with the maximum return times required by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Consequence of non-compliance: the engine speed may not return to idle increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect for adequate throttle cable to dash mat clearance, and if there IS insufficient clearance, cut out a portion of the dash mat to provide proper clearance.
Owner complaints
70 complaints8 involved a crash1 involved a fire11 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Seats
The cable release for the rear seats freeze up and the cables break. This could trap someone in the back if riding in rear, or 3RD row seats. If the car catches on fire and a person who can't climb forward over the seats, it would be devastating on what could happen. I feel as this should be a…
The cable release for the rear seats freeze up and the cables break. This could trap someone in the back if riding in rear, or 3RD row seats. If the car catches on fire and a person who can't climb forward over the seats, it would be devastating on what could happen. I feel as this should be a recall on general motors. Mine broke and I am unable to fold my seats forward. This IS a bad design and the cables rust and snap when bottom of seat IS folded forward, which IS supposed to release this way.
- Unknown or other
This vehicle has been sold to people by scamming they out of vehicle been sold four times. *Tr
- Air bags
Nar 02/28/2003 mr head on dead center, frontal crash to a tree, 25-30mph, high impact, no air bag inflated. *Cb
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
This vehicle only had 68,000 miles on the odometer and the intake manifold gasket went out allowing coolant to enter the engine. This happens on alot of these 5.7 liter 350 engines. Repair was approximately 500 dollars. Crazy. *ak
- Visibility › Rear window wiper/washer
When driving in the rain rear windshield wipers failed. Consumer contacted the dealership, but problem recurred. *ak
- Seats › Front assembly › Power adjust
While driving and hitting a bump in the road electrical seat disconnected and fell to the floor. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Vehicle does not engage into reverse. *Ak
- Visibility › Rear window wiper/washer
Consumer states while driving in a down pour of rain windshield wipers stopped working. consumer had to coast to a safe stop. *Ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Rear windshield wiper failure to work intermittently and park. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Vehicle stalled without warning while attempting to extract a boat from the water. *tt
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump · Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Fuel pump and fuel line failed without warning, while driving. *tt
- Air bags › Frontal
1996 GMC yukon struck tree head on @ 30 mph, airbag did not deploy. I am original owner. vehicle was collision free prior to incident. *Jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Consumer was checking alternator and he accidently touched heater hose nipple that IS attached to engine manifold. Nipple IS made of aluminium and broke. Water gushed out all over consumer.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Carburetor system
Failure of intake manifold gaskets due to incompatibility with dexcool coolant
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Windshield wipers work intermittently. when windshield wipers stop working consumer can hear motor still running. currently, windshield wipers don't work at all. *ak
- Power train › Axle assembly
Inside the rear axle assembly, the carrier part # 12471391 completly sheared from the pumpkin. the only thing holding the axle and wheel in place was a c-clamp. I did not notice anything wrong with the suspension other than a pulling to the right which I had taken it to the dealer for previously…
Inside the rear axle assembly, the carrier part # 12471391 completly sheared from the pumpkin. the only thing holding the axle and wheel in place was a c-clamp. I did not notice anything wrong with the suspension other than a pulling to the right which I had taken it to the dealer for previously only to be told that there IS nothing wrong with it. It finally took out the front bearing and started to make a howling noise upon acceleration. I quit driving the vehicle at this point. if I had not quit driving the vehicle the tire and axle would of completely walked away from the vehicle and could of caused great harm to me and my family. the manufactor was not willing to pay to replace this defective part at first. according to the dealer the carrier was a defective part from the manufactor due to a bad casting. the vehicle was just 85 days outside an extended warrenty purchased with the truck. the dealer did buy a new carrier and had it installed at a 50/50 cost on the labor. I had to buy the new bearings, have the axles checked for tru-ness, have the vehicle towed to the dealer, and find alternative transportation for a month at my expense. I work for the manufactor gm in janesville wisconsin where the truck was built and they did back in this model year have a shipment of defective rear axles come into the plant some were fixed because of a howling noise before they left the manufactor, I believe some were not. the rear carrier shows signs of fractures in the metal that have been there a long time and also shows new fractures that are rough and where the part finally let loose and sheared completely. I believe that GMC should of covered this defective part 100%. please call me if you need additional info. I still do have the defective part in my possesion. thank you, [xxx] parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6).
- Power train › Axle assembly
While driving about 35 mph rear axle disattached from vehicle without prior warning. vehicle had to be towed to a garage, and they told consumer that cause was some bubbles on axle.*ak *slc
- Seat belts
During front crash at 30-35 mph both driver's and passenger's seatbelts did not lock upon impact.*ak
- Air bags › Frontal
Rear ended vehicle while driving 30-35 mph, driver's airbag did not deploy. Damage to vehicle was $ 5100. *Ak
- Air bags › Frontal · Seat belts › Front › Anchorage · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While trying to come to a stop from 55 mph consumer had applied brakes. slowed down to 30-35 mph and pedal went to floor. No braking action and vehicle rear ended vehicle in front. $ 5100 damage. *ak seat belt did not lock and the driver bruised his chest. the air bags failed to deploy as well. the vehicle had been repaireed and the belts, air bag and brake system had been checked. *yh
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer · Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
When driving windshield wipers come on intermittently. dealership IS aware of problem.*ak *slc
- Air bags
When starting car airbag light stayed on. Took vehicle to dealer, and they said it was airbag module. *ak they refuse to fix a safety device at their expence. *yh
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
On 12-27-00 we were driving down the freeway when I noticed flames coming from the readin light/dome light behind the front seat. I blew out the flames, them my husband pushed the light fixture up and blew out the flames still burning inside. The fire damaged the light fixute, the headliner, and…
On 12-27-00 we were driving down the freeway when I noticed flames coming from the readin light/dome light behind the front seat. I blew out the flames, them my husband pushed the light fixture up and blew out the flames still burning inside. The fire damaged the light fixute, the headliner, and my 7-month-old son's carseat (which he was in at the time). on 12-29-00, my husband took the yukon to tri-valley GMC. he spoke with the service directore, patrick madrazo, and showed him the damages. mr. Madrazo said he had to speak with his area service manager, wendell weigel. on 1-8-01, mr madrazo called to say that mr. Weigel determined that the fire was caused by the light being left on too long. my husband had told mr. Madrazo on 12-29-00 and again on 1-8-01 that the light was not on, but he said that GMC was not responsible for the damages. we are sure the light was not on because that light was not even working. on 2-2-98, we took the yukon to herrera GMC (same dealership, different name and location) because that reading light would stop working when moved in the socket. they looked at the yukon and "found the white wire feeding power to the reading light was not making contact at all times." they "removed the light contact and stripped the wire back and reinstalled." the light worked for about a year, then stopped working altogether. we did not take it back for repair because the yukon was out of warranty. on 1-8-01, my husband contacted gm. he explained the situation. on 1-11-01, maja pruden (customer relationship manager) called. I explained the entire situation. she asked if the light was on, and I said no. she wanted me to take the yukon to another dealership to be looked at. I asked if all the dealerships in the area would have the same area service manager, because if so, that would not help. on 1-16-01, ms. Pruden called to say that since there was no one else who could look at it, that gm would have to go with mr. Weigel's determination
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
>Last october (10-19-2000) we were returning from a trip to yosemite with the trailer. just as we. Nosafety defect listed within summary. *ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
While traveling and using windshield wipers , windshield wipers would work intermittently.*ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Windshield wiper failure
As a result of this, and the precedinginvestigation, rq99-003, gm has expanded the population of safety recall 98v-150 (replacement of the windshield wiper control module) to include an additional 1.77 million vehicles.included are various 1994-1997 my M/L vans, s/t trucks and suvs, & c/k trucks and suvs.see attached technical report for details.
- Seat belt anchorage separation
- Seat belt anchorage separation
Odi has received one (1) complaint alleging that the 2ND row passenger-side seat belt release buckle anchor detached from seat frame during a side impact crash.during the crash, the occupant was thrown from his seat, partially ejected through the rear quarter window of the vehicle.occupant sustained injury.gm has…
Odi has received one (1) complaint alleging that the 2ND row passenger-side seat belt release buckle anchor detached from seat frame during a side impact crash.during the crash, the occupant was thrown from his seat, partially ejected through the rear quarter window of the vehicle.occupant sustained injury.gm has subsequently changed seat belt anchoring design in my 2000. Odi has completed a preliminary investigation and has determined that further information IS needed to determine whether a safety defect exists.
- Headlight
- Battery leaks acid
There is no summary currently available
- Headlight
Based on the reports received by odi from consumers, failure of the headlight electrical circuit may occur in the subject vehicles, and may result from repeated adjustment ofthe tilt steering wheel in the subject vehicles.repeated adjustment of the steering wheel position may strain the wiring in the headlight circuit…
Based on the reports received by odi from consumers, failure of the headlight electrical circuit may occur in the subject vehicles, and may result from repeated adjustment ofthe tilt steering wheel in the subject vehicles.repeated adjustment of the steering wheel position may strain the wiring in the headlight circuit to the point of failure where they are attached to the multi-function switch, resulting in the unanticipated loss of headlights while the vehicle IS in motion.odi has concerns regarding the high rate of warranty repairs for problems potentially associated with the alleged defect in the subject vehicles, with the recognition the each incident of headlight failure represents a condition of vehicle disablement.in addition, the manufacturer's evaluation of the alleged defect has not been received, and this office has interest in the details of the methodologies and results of that assessment.
- Battery leaks acid
Odi has received 21 complaints where owners allege that the standard gm factory supplied ac delco battery case failed, resulting in the leakage of sulfuric acid.of the 21 complaint vehicles, six suburban, three tahoes, and one yukon owner(s) complained about a loss of brake fluid from deterioration of the right…
Odi has received 21 complaints where owners allege that the standard gm factory supplied ac delco battery case failed, resulting in the leakage of sulfuric acid.of the 21 complaint vehicles, six suburban, three tahoes, and one yukon owner(s) complained about a loss of brake fluid from deterioration of the right frontbrake line as a result of sulfuric acid contamination.the remaining 11 complaints pertain primarily to sulfuric acid leakage from the battery case.at least one complainant stated that the replacement battery also failed.several of the complainants note that the leaking acid had come in contact with a wire harness at the frame in the vicinity of the steel brake line.a field inspection by odi indicates that the described harness IS the ABS connection to the right front wheel speed sensor.prior to the battery case failure, there IS usually no warning (short of an underhood inspection), and the ensuring damage (sulfuric acid contamination) IS progressive.of the known battery failures, there may be a temperature correlation, as 60% of the owner complaints came from four states; california, florida, georgia and texas.there IS also a product improvement program and engineering change notice to add 1% silver to the battery's positive side terminall, with the earliest implementation date for this being feb 2, 1998.the effect of this design change IS as yet unknown; further review IS warranted.an ea IS being opened to gather further appropriate information, clarify any defect trends, and to assess the safety implications and risks concerning these failures.
- Front seat recliner bolt failure
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10232287This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10208027This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10171318This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10170494This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
- 10168979This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable. E version update is to add administrative details.
- 10166638This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10165876This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable.
- 10157018This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10154641This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10141381This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10139019This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on High Oil Pressure on Startup After Engine Replacement Concern.
- 10138060This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10114947This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10114924This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10113443This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10020874Left front axle shaft difficult to remove. Axle differential leak seal shaft.
- 10014959Replacement of connector when replacing fuel tank module/fuel pump module.
- 100135724WD models with noise, vibration on dry pavement.
- 10010375Service engine soon light and p0300 when towing, cruising uphill or on hard acceleration.
- 1000888393-00 full size utilities (gmt 400 old style only) ac blows warm and the high side pressure IS too high.
- 10007838Diagnostic information for intermittent transmission downshift, slip, busy/cycling tcc or noisy cooling fan.
- 10005439Malfunction indicator lamp on with a p0300 set and a misfire. Various models including 1996 - 1999 P32 models. Sit bulletin 1416475.
- 10004223Malfunction indicator lamp on with a p0300 set and a misfire. Various models including the 1996-1999 P32 and the 1996-2002 GMC c/k truck.
- 10004214Poor performance from a stop in 2WD, auto or 4WD hi. 2003, 2003 cadillac ext also included.
- 100041356.5L L49 L56 L57 L65 diesel engine requiring fuel injection pump replacement. Models p32/p42 1994-1999 included.
- 10002567Windshield wiper failure due to cracked boulder joints on the controller circuit board. This special policy covers the condition for a period of seven years or 70,000 miles, whichever occurs first from the date the vehicle was originally placed in service regardless of ownership or for these vehicles currently outside of this coverage until february 29, 2004.
- 10001125Special policy adjustment - windshield wiper motor failures.
- 10000749Antilock brake (ABS) activation at low speeds on various models including the 1995 and 1996 envoy.
- 10000062Antilock brake (ABS) activation at low speeds.
- 634999Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks.
- 615106Product recall campaign involving windshield wiper motor replacement.
- 51472GMC has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 1995-1997 c/k extended cab abd 2 door model vehicles equipped with reclining seats and easy entry feature. Recall 97v-037.
- 51298Manual transmission rattle noise at idle (install conventional flywheel).
- 50569Transfer case hops out of 4-high, or no drive in 2 or 4-high ranges and/or grinding noise (install mainshaft/range hub kit)
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