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2003 GMC Yukon XL vs 2004 GMC Yukon XL

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2003 GMC Yukon XL2004 GMC Yukon XL
NHTSA complaints10287
Recall campaigns33
Service bulletins (TSBs)466502
Investigations20
Crash reports35
Fire reports02
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)
Median reported incident mileage71,511 mi47,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentGMC Yukon XLGMC Yukon XL
Electrical System3830
Service Brakes168
Steering912
Engine and Engine Cooling49
Service Brakes, Hydraulic66
Tires72
Fuel System, Gasoline44
Equipment35

Symptoms owners describe

Rust / corrosion156
Brake problems60
Clunking / rattling09
Stalling07

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.