2005 GMC Yukon recalls and problems

The 2005 GMC Yukon has 3 safety recalls and 85 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any GMC dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

5 / 3

Injuries / deaths

6 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2005 GMC Yukon vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 GMC Yukon recalls

Recall 05V-163: Seat Belts

Reported Apr 22, 2005 · 1,359,824 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Problem: On certain crew cab pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, the 2nd row center occupant seat belt routing may make it difficult to position the lap portion of the safety belt low around the hips of occupants, especially smaller occupants, seated in this position. Appropriate use of a child seat or booster seat, as recommended for small children, does improve the fit condition for this user group. In addition to instructions on proper infant and young child restraint (With child seats or boosters), special verbiage for restraining older child is included in the owner's manual. Also, the suggested seat belt fit/routing for adults, irrespective of seating position, is described in the owner's manual text.

Risk: A lap portion of the seat belt routing that is not low and snug on the hips can allow the lap belt to ride up on an occupant's abdomen instead of fitting low around their hipbones, and therefore, can expose them to more risk of abdominal and internal organ injury.

Fix: Dealers will cut open the guide loop, remove a portion of the loop, and then the remaining two sides should be folded over and secured with a retainer free of charge. The recall began on july 21, 2005. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or hummer at 1-800-732-5493.

Recall 05V-103: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Mar 18, 2005 · 707 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, the brake pedal pushrod retainer may be missing. If the retainer is missing, the brake booster pushrod could disengage from the brake pedal.

Risk: This could result in a loss of brakes which could result in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicles for the brake pedal pushrod retainer and install one if it is missing free of charge. The manufacturer began contacting owners by telephone on march 10, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or gmc at 1-866-996-9463.

Recall 05V-055: Power Train

Reported Feb 14, 2005 · 7,194 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Problem: Certain sport utility vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock and transmission braking effect." under certain vehicle starting conditions, the shift lever position indicator located in the instrument panel cluster may not illuminate. If the shift lever position indicator does not illuminate, the driver may not know which gear the vehicle is in.

Risk: The vehicle may move in an unintended direction resulting in possible injury to others outside of the vehicle.

Fix: Dealers will reprogram the instrument panel cluster free of charge. The recall began on february 14, 2005. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, and gmc at 1-866-996-9463.

2005 GMC Yukon problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	28
Service Brakes	11
Power Train	8
Engine	7
Air Bags	6
Fuel System, Gasoline	5
Steering	4
Structure	3
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	3
Seat Belts	3
Fuel/Propulsion System	3
Latches/Locks/Linkages	2

Most reported parts

Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 9
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 3
Electronic Stability Control › Automatic (Asc) — 2
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch — 1
Power Train › Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) — 1
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
Fuel System, Other › Storage › Fuel Gauge System — 1
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 70,000 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2005 GMC Yukon complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Seat Belts · reported Jan 15, 2025

The third row seat attachment from the seat to the frame has broken. It is a hook type mechanism that holds the entire row of seats to the latch in the floorboard. This car was not in an accident and the seats broke when the vehicle stopped. There should be a recall. Also the back seatbelt was on a recall for this vehicle but doesn't show up anymore. Please restore the recall. Thank you

Air Bags · at 270,000 miles · reported Mar 21, 2022

The contact owned a 2005 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 80 MPH in an interstate with her in the passenger seat and her two children in the rear seats, the steering wheel seized inadvertently and the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle veered off to the left side of the road. The contact stated as her husband was trying to regain control of the vehicle, the tires hit the pavement and the vehicle rolled over 7 times in a ditch, within 180 yards and landed on its passenger side. The air bags…

Engine · at 115,000 miles · reported Jan 18, 2022

The contact owns a 2005 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that after his wife turned off the vehicle, the blower motor control module continued to operate and would not shut off as needed. The contact was able to drive the vehicle back home and had a mechanically inclined friend to disconnect the blower motor wiring harness. The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer where he was provided an estimate for the repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 165,000 miles · reported Apr 13, 2018

When driving my truck the traction control comes on frequently when in motion. Sometimes it even completely doesn't move for a few seconds even when given gas then lurks forward, which frightens me because it has happened in the middle of an intersection which could possibly cause an accident. I've been reading up on this issue and it seems pretty common, this is alarming that a recall has not been put into effect! Besides that my truck runs beautiful, what can I do? This is an ongoing thing.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 275,000 miles · reported Aug 1, 2017

The contact owns a 2005 gmc yukon. While driving unknown speeds, there was a strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that there were holes in the fuel line due to the lines being too close and rubbing together. The fuel lines were replaced. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the warranty had expired. No further assistance was offered by the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 275,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 GMC Yukon have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 GMC Yukon: 05V-163 (seat belts), 05V-103 (service brakes, hydraulic), 05V-055 (power train). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 GMC Yukon?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (28 reports), followed by service brakes (11). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 70,000 miles.

Are GMC recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized GMC dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.