CarComplaints.com Notes: This was the GMC Suburban's last year before being rebranded Yukon.
7.0
fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
8,614 miles
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The right rear transmission seal broke twice and leaked fluid onto the rear brake. This resulted in loss of braking ability. The positive battery terminal leaked acid and caused the battery tray to rust
Engine failed to start numerous times. Engine back fired and damaged starter. Found oem battery had leaked acid from positive terminal all over electrical wiring harness, rubber hoses, ac tubing, frame and dissolved protective hose wear shields. Dealer said he had seen this a lot and to call GMC as the battery only had 36 month warranty. Battery warranty has nothing to do with leaking acid and extensive damage to wiring and hoses.
Consumer states that the delco ac freedom battery was replace due to a faulty battery and alternator. Now at the present time the second replacement is leaking battery acid unto the battery cable. Nlm
At the time of starting vehicle battery exploded, spreading acid all over engine compartmen. Battery had been already replaced before due to acid leak. Ac, delco.
- Valencia, CA, USA
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Consumer's car was pulling to right and braking to left. Took to dealer, and and they aligned front end, and did repairs on brakes and knuckles. The steering wheel wobbles when the vehicle comes to a stop. There was wind noise from right side of the vehicle. The engine idles rough due to dirty injectors. The vehicle vibrates at speeds of 80-90 mph due to bent wheel. The vehicle would not start due to a weak battery. The steering moans when turning due to failure of evo sensor on steering column.
The battery failed completely and suddenly. The vehicle was operating fine. Then suddenly there was absolutely no power. On inspection, the oem delco battery case had cracked and acid spilled. Positive battery post was loose in case. GMC dealer reports many similar failures.
PE99073; battery leaks acid; the battery is leaking acid, which causes interior corrosion. About 4 months ago the battery was replaced because of the same reason.
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- New York, NY, USA