2002 GMC Yukon XL Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 11%of 95 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 22,602miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the steering of the 2002 GMC Yukon XL, 11% of the 95 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 22,602 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“On 07/14/03 at 22602 miles, we took our 2002 Yukon Xl (regency edition) to suss pontiac in denver, colorado, to investigate a clunking/knocking sound coming from the suspension when turning which caused the steering wheel to vibrate. On occasion, the steering wheel had excessive play in the wheel and would hesitate when turning. Suss pontiac verified the complaint and found the intermediate steering shaft dry and clunking. The shaft was then lubed as per bulletin #ii-00-02-35-003b and we were told at the time that the problem should not reoccur. …”
NHTSA complaint #10145155, filed 2005-12, 22,602 miles“Purchased a new 2002 Gmc Yukon Xl, at about 6800 miles the steering developed a rattle, dealer under warranty regreased the steering shaft, this helped for a about a year and it started again. Dealer re-greased with what they said was a new grease that should solve the rattle problem. It has started the rattle again and only has 38000 miles. I understand there is a redesigned steering shaft that solves this rattle problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10537115, filed 2013-08, 6,800 miles“While backing out of the driveway power steering failed. Driver was unable to turn the steering wheel left/right without excessive force. Owner contacted the dealer and the manufacturer, and was informed that the vehicle was 5,000 miles passed the warranty. However, the driver was given an owner's loyalty certificate, which could be used for future purchases.”
NHTSA complaint #10115149, filed 2005-03, 65,000 miles“We are now replacing the bushing in the steering column for the second time with less than 42,000 miles. This component was replaced originally at 28,000 miles and has failed again. With this failure has caused left wheel bearing to go out. At 58,000 mile the right wheel bearing is now in need of repair, should have gotten the extended warranty, none of this is covered after 36,000 miles. Also, the rear air will either blow cold until the thermastat is change to the red setting completely. …”
NHTSA complaint #10114391, filed 2005-03, 27,000 miles“Owner complained about a steering shaft problem. The power steering became very difficult when driving. Owner took the vehicle to a service shop prior to receiving a recall notice for this defect.”
NHTSA complaint #10111166, filed 2005-02, 89,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 4% |
| 2024 | 3 | 4% |
| 2023 | 4 | 2% |
| 2022 | 2 | 1% |
| 2021 | 4 | 2% |
| 2020 | 3 | 6% |
| 2019 | 4 | 6% |
| 2018 | 3 | 5% |
| 2017 | 2 | 1% |
| 2016 | 9 | 4% |
| 2015 | 11 | 4% |
| 2012 | 1 | 8% |
| 2010 | 2 | 7% |
| 2009 | 1 | 4% |
| 2008 | 1 | 1% |
| 2007 | 1 | 1% |
| 2005 | 4 | 10% |
| 2004 | 12 | 14% |
| 2003 | 9 | 9% |
| 2002 | 10 | 11% |
| 2001 | 8 | 7% |
| 2000 | 4 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2002 GMC Yukon XL
38 complaintsEngine cooling
10 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsTires
10 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsEngine
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 GMC Yukon XL
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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