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2005 GMC Yukon XL

6 recalls Risk Grade: B+ Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #06V289000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
What Happened
The fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip is a small part that keeps a critical component of your engine from moving too much. In some 2006 Chevy trucks with the 8.1L V8 engine, this clip can break, letting the damper move freely.
Risk if Unfixed
If the damper comes loose, it could leak fuel and, if there's an ignition spark nearby, it could catch fire. This is a serious fire hazard while you're driving.
Free Fix
Your authorized Chevy or GMC dealer will swap out the faulty clip for a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH AN 8.1L V8 (RPO L8-VIN G) ENGINE HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE ENGINE FUEL RAIL PULSE DAMPER RETAINER CLIP MAY FRACTURE RESULTING IN INADEQUATE RETENTION OF THE DAMPER.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE DAMPER COMES LOOSE, A FUEL LEAK MAY RESULT. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENGINE FUEL RAIL PULSE DAMPER RETAINER CLIP FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 AND GMC TRUCKS AT 1-866-996-9463.
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Critical #05V103000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
What Happened
The brake pedal pushrod retainer is a small part that keeps your brake booster connected to the brake pedal. In some 2005 Chevrolet and GMC SUVs, this retainer might be missing, which could cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the retainer is missing, the brake booster could break free from the pedal, leading to a complete loss of brakes. This could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and increase the risk of a serious crash.
Free Fix
Your dealership will inspect your vehicle and install a new brake pedal pushrod retainer if it's missing, at no cost to you. You should have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF BRAKES WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
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.
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Critical #05V055000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:SHIFT PATTERN INDICATOR

Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
What Happened
Your vehicle has an automatic transmission, and the indicator light on your dashboard that shows which gear you're in might not light up when you start the car. This light helps you know whether you're in park, reverse, neutral, or drive.
Risk if Unfixed
If the indicator light doesn't work, you might not know which gear you're in, which could cause your vehicle to move unexpectedly and potentially injure people outside your car.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the dashboard display for free, so you should schedule an appointment as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THE VEHICLE MAY MOVE IN AN UNINTENDED DIRECTION RESULTING IN POSSIBLE INJURY TO OTHERS OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE.
Original — Remedy
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.
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Critical #05V043000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
What Happened
The hydro-boost brake system in your vehicle uses a special reservoir called the accumulator to help boost your brake power. In some cases, this accumulator can crack and separate from the system while you're driving.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, sharp fragments from the accumulator could hurt people nearby, especially if you're working under the hood. If the accumulator cracks, it could also cause your brakes to fail without warning, leading to a sudden loss of control and a possible crash.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealership will check the hydro-boost assembly to make sure it's working properly. If it's not, they'll replace the entire assembly for free. This repair is at no cost to you, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND VANS EQUIPPED WITH BOSCH HYDRO-BOOST BRAKE ASSEMBLIES, THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE BOOSTER PRESSURE ACCUMULATOR MAY CRACK AND SEPARATE FROM THE HYDRO-BOOST ASSEMBLY DURING NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF A SEPARATION OCCURRED AND THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE WERE OPEN, FRAGMENTS FROM THE ACCUMULATOR COULD CAUSE INJURY TO PEOPLE IN THE IMMEDIATE AREA. THE PRESENCE OF THIS CRACK OR FRACTURED SURFACE COULD ALLOW THE HYDRAULIC FLUID TO LEAK FROM THE ACCUMULATOR CIRCUIT OF THE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY. THE LOSS OF FLUID WOULD CAUSE INCREASED STEERING AND BRAKING EFFORT AND A CRASH MAY OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL TEST THE HYDRO-BOOST ASSEMBLY FOR FUNCTIONAL OPERATION OF THE TWO-FUNCTION VALVE. IF THE HYDRO-BOOST ASSEMBLY FAILS THE TEST, DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 23, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC TRUCKS AT 1-866-996-9463 AND HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493.
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Critical #04V376000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
What Happened
The fuel rail crossover tube is a small metal piece that keeps the fuel rail connected to your engine. In certain 2014-2015 Tahoe and Yukon models with a 5.3L V8 engine, the screws that hold it in place weren't made correctly and could break.
Risk if Unfixed
If the screw breaks, fuel could leak from the crossover joint, causing your engine to stall. If there's an ignition source nearby, a fire could start in the engine compartment.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect the fuel rail crossover tube and replace the retainer screws if needed. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 5.3L (RPO L59) V8 ENGINES, THE ENGINE FUEL RAIL CROSSOVER TUBE RETAINER SCREWS WERE NOT MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATIONS AND MAY BREAK.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE TUBE RETAINER SCREW BREAKS, FUEL COULD LEAK FROM THE FUEL RAIL CROSSOVER JOINT, THE ENGINE MAY STALL AND, IF AN IGNITION SOURCE WERE PRESENT, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL RAIL CROSSOVER TUBE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE RETAINER SCREWS. OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED BY TELEPHONE ON JULY 30, 2004, WITH A FOLLOWUP OWNER LETTER BEGAN AUGUST 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463. NOTE: THE GM BULLETIN LISTS THE TAHOE AND YUKON MODELS BECAUSE CANADIAN VEHICLES ARE INCLUDED IN THE BULLETIN. NO U.S. TAHOE OR YUKON VEHICLES ARE INCLUDED IN THE U.S. CAMPAIGN.
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High Priority #07E106000 Plain English
Component

WHEELS:HUB

Manufacturer
FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION
What Happened
The hub assembly is a crucial part that connects your wheel to your vehicle's steering system. In some Federal-Mogul wheel hub assemblies made between 2006 and 2007, a small part called the inboard retention nut can loosen over time.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, it could cause your wheel to separate from your vehicle, making a crash more likely. This is a serious situation that could put you and others at risk.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty hub assembly with a new one at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL REPLACEMENT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES WITH THE BRAND NAMES: NATIONAL, CARQUEST P/NOS. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, AND 515060, SHIPPED BETWEEN JANUARY 23, 2006, AND DECEMBER 20, 2007, SOLD FOR LIGHT DUTY AND MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS. THE INBOARD RETENTION NUT USED TO MAINTAIN HUB BEARING ASSEMBLY CAN LOOSEN RESULTING IN AN ABS LIGHT INDICATION, NOISE, AND/OR WHEEL SEPARATION.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
WHEEL SEPARATION CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE HUB ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL TOLL-FREE AT 877-489-6659.
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