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My 5 children and I experience a traumatic experience in afternoon traffic as my 2015 GMC Yukon failed to pick up speed while waiting to make a left turn at a traffic light. The vehicle - no matter how hard I pressed on the gas didn't accelerate immediately which almost cost an accident. The vehicle rode smoothly for a few minutes then out of nowhere - it started jerking and stuttering bad for 15 seconds or so then would go back to riding smooth. When pressing the brakes - it seems to "lock" to a certain extent, so I have to press really hard on the brake to slow down/stop the vehicle sometimes makes a strange noise when doing so. I took the vehicle to be accessed by a service center in my area - it was at that time that I was told that my vehicle issues are known common GMC issues in these vehicles & more unfortunately. It's unfair to be penalized with an expensive transmission repair when these issues are known to the manufacture but not the consumer - despite being "VIN specific" as told by GMC customer service. This vehicle is needed as it is utilized to transport my children however, it's unsafe at & parked in my driveway. I was directed to reach out to GMC for remedy of the identified issues.
Consuming a lot of oil, makes a funny clicking noise sometimes when accelerations, had lil pieces of metal in my oil, Transmisson problems, 1 front headlight and all rear tail lights went out, trailer brake system would come on and go off now it won-??t stop dinging and makes a whole bunch of other lights come on (trailer brake system, park assist, low brake fluid, traction control, collision) dings some much I can-??t drive it. Called a gm shop near me and they told me it would cost a whole bunch for each diagnosis for every warning that came on.
Vehicle had lifter and valve noise Lifters and valves became stuck due to Active Fuel Management system failure Transmission shifted poorly due to this condition. Resulting in engine failure and engine replacement at my expense Total cost $12,000
Driving at a normal speed around 30 mph when vehicle suddenly becomes hard to steer as if the power steering just cut out or off therefore making it extremely difficult to control the vehicle and felt like a rough ride while this is taking place.....Definitely sounds like a safety issue......DASH READING WARNING SERVICE PWWR STEERING
Today my GMC Yukon, lurked forward so hard it hurt my neck, shoulders, and back, I know this is dangerous and has happened before, the lurches are becoming more forceful and powerful and I'm afraid now of driving it far or distance, I don't want anything to happen to me or my family while driving, I must be able to get to appointments etc. This today scares me really bad and I need help with this vehicle...Had I not braked quick I would have been in the pond in front of me the lurk was hard pain shot from back to neck and I went forward, had on my seat belt loges...If not better in the morning I will seek medical attention, I'm really hurting...GMC said noting wrong on both occasions I asked when it was mild in 2019, again 2023, nothing...no...also no warning lights are
- Jacksonville, FL, USA
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Transmission failure. Remanufactured transmission installed at 160,000 miles. Transmission started shifting abruptly and failed completely on interstate 26 in South Carolina. Had to limp home in a lower gear. Towed to a repair shop for complete replacement with a remanufactured GM transmission Total repair $4500. No warning indication of the problem, thankfully my wife was not driving this vehicle at the time. No inspection except by mechanic who stated based on his experience we got 10,000 miles more than normal for a GM 6L80 transmission. He also stated his shop replaced 5 of those transmissions in the month of August 2022. Documentation available on request.
There was recall for N182180270 Tail Lamps Inoperative, for some reason my vehicle being a 2015 was not included. This issue is ongoing with my 2015 Yukon Denali and is dangerous while operating, it recently started and is intermittent. Also my vehicle has issues with hard shifting and jerking intermittently when taking off.... also a known issue for this year and make/ model of vehicle
Transmission Code P0700 and P0796 ( pressure control) I was on the Interstate and my 2015 GMC YUKON SLT Engine locked up and shift down to 2nd gear. Causing other cars to almost hit me from behind and possibly causing an accident. I had to quickly veer off on the side of the road so that they wouldn-??t hit the back of me. Immediately my engine light came on. Didn-??t have this problem prior to the breakdown. Brought it to GMC dealership they told me my torque converter was bad along with Computer TCM and Valve body. They said I need a new transmission. My SUV have 132k miles. I called around at other transmission shops and they ALL said they are getting 3-4 GMC YUKONS in to fix a week and knew exactly what the problem was with SUV. They couldn-??t understand why GMC wasn-??t correcting the problem. Also, last year had to replace the Cam Shaft, Lifters and Catalytic Convertor that-??s was $6000 now they tell me $5500 for Transmission. That-??s $12000+ in repair in lease than 1.5 years. Never have I had this much major problem on a vehicle. This is a major safety issue especially on interstate.
Transmission failure at 167,000 miles. Transmission failed during a 100 mile trip initially slipping and eventually would not engage. Vehicle traveled on I 26 and could have resulted in accident on this 80 mph interstate. This vehicle is typically driven by my wife. No warning and GM Onstar provided vehicle diagnostic check in days prior to failure with no issues. Technician advised this was the 3rd vehicle this month in his shop with 6L80e transmission failure and said they normally fail around 150,000 miles. This is a known failure on numerous general motors vehicles across the product line. Repair required replacement of 6l80e transmission with a factory rebuilt transmission. Cost $4,100.
At certain speeds my vehicle vibrates, like a grinding sound at speeds between 50-55. This is a safety risk because I have children and grandchild that frequently ride with me. I have taken my vehicle back to the dealership and they say it is no codes and send it back to me without fixing the problem. My vehicle has not been inspected by anyone except the GM dealership. I got my vehicle Nov. 2018 and this started happening between Dec. 2018 and Jan. 2019. My check engine light did appear and was flashing around this time. In 2019 I had to replace the rear shocks and I believe they are not working properly now.
Purchased a 2015 Yukon denali back in November 2019. Since purchasing the vehicle we have had to replace the battery, transmission, ac compressor and expansion valve (which still isn't working correctly, because it doesn't blow cold air), and the black panels that are in between the windows. Also, both tail lights have decided to quit working.... which concerns me greatly because cars behind me don't know when I am stopped or applying the breaks. Stopped or have my foot on the break.
The contact owns a 2015 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the vehicle hesitated and stopped independently. The contact stated that the reduced power warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over, turned off and restarted the vehicle and the vehicle operated as intended. The vehicle was taken to henry brown Buick GMC located at 1550 E. drivers way, gilbert, AZ 85297, (480) 835-0900, to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 119,000.
The contact owns a 2015 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at 25 mph, the RPM went up and the vehicle stopped without warning. The vehicle was taken to the charlie O' baugh rv located at (382 lee jackson hwy, staunton, va 24401). The vehicle was not diagnosed because the technician was unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 95,000. The VIN was not available.
The contact owns a 2015 GMC Yukon. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19V761000 (service brakes, hydraulic, service brakes, electronic stability control). The vehicle was taken to the keller motors located at (700 Cadillac ln, hanford, ca 93230) where the computer was reprogrammed. The contact stated that after the reprogramming, the brake lights started to work intermittently. The vehicle also stalled with several warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the seatbelt unbuckled and open or close driver's window warning lights were illuminated. The contact was informed by the dealer that the reprogramming was not the cause of the failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 61,000.
Car was parked in front of our house and combusted in the middle of the night while we were sleeping. Car was exploding and engulfed in flames...completely destroyed via fire and the worst damage was in the engine compartment. Cause of the fire is unknown although based on research sounds like NHTSA campaign #14V007000 or 14V152000. Fire department extinguished the fire and police were on the scene.
Brakes don't work well when traveling at low rates of speed. Stopping requires brakes to be pressed to the ground and still may not stop. I have almost had several accidents even after having the issue 'repaired' last year. I've had the problem assessed at 3 different mechanics. I have had to throw my car into park to avoid hitting cars in front of me. Brakes fail while driving in places such as traffic jams, drive thru, school pick up, etc. This is a huge safety hazard and fear that my children may be hurt if this issue is not corrected by the manufacturer. Steering becomes nearly impossible when the brake issues occur. This is an ongoing problem for the last 1.5- 2 years. Also, the tail lights continue to go out even after paying hundreds of dollars for replacements.
On repeated occasions (from 2015 to 2019) I have experienced sudden acceleration at low speeds and sudden jerking motions. The transmission and speed controls are unpredictable and dangerous. This is hazardous and may result in a loss of control. I have also experienced numerous issues with the brakes including a stuck caliper at approximately 42,000 miles. I reported these issues and numerous other issues to GMC corporate, tustin Buick GMC only to be told that it was a software issue and things are satisfactory and safe. GMC contends that the vehicle is fine and declines to assist with issues. This is an ongoing issue. The date below is approximate. The mileage is approximate on all entries.
The 8 speed automatic transmission on my GMC Yukon denali has a slippage issue that has persisted in our vehicle for a while unresolved. GM has replaced torque converter, module and now they are claiming through dealer that the issue resides with at fluid. This slippage is bad because car jerks and sometimes hard. This issue needs to be addressed by GM as they know they have issues with this 8 speed at. The issue happens at stops and at slow speeds.
The contact owns a 2015 GMC Yukon. While at a traffic light or stop sign with the brake pedal engaged, the vehicle would shake and idle highly. The failure was experienced numerous times. The vehicle was taken to dick norris Buick GMC clearwater (18200 us hwy 19 North, clearwater, fl, (727-536-1967) and the motor mounts were replaced three times, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer several times and the motor mounts were adjusted and the transmission mounts were replaced; however, the vehicle continued to idle highly and shake while stopped. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 19,000.
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- Columbia, Sc, SC, USA