2003 GMC Yukon XL Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 6%of 102 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 80,160miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the fuel system of the 2003 GMC Yukon XL, 6% of the 102 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 80,160 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“Engine went into reduced engine power (rep) mode and 4 diagnostic troubleshooting codes (DTC's) were set all relating to the throttle activation circuit (tac). When this happens the engine power is shut off immediately and the engine will only idle. This is a known issue with GM and is a potentially extremely dangerous safety issue. The entire tac system ( throttle body, tac module, PCM, wire harnesses/connectors) needs to be investigated.”
NHTSA complaint #10542372, filed 2013-09, 54,000 miles“Vehicle stalls while in motion. Figured out it may be running out of gas due to the gauge not working. Now, it stalls when it only has a half a tank of gas, not completely empty. Put 16 gallons of gas in the 30 gallon tank, truck runs smooth. Replaced the fuel filter twice. Replaced the battery, tested the alternator, results no alt. Problem. Check engine light on, speedometer is off, gas gauge is off, and the rear view mirror display lights go on and off erratically. Biggest problem is when I break the truck will shut off. This has been going on since nov. …”
NHTSA complaint #10311117, filed 2010-02, 125,000 miles“While driving at 65 MPH, the yukon just shut down and the battery light came on. Got to shoulder of road, put it in park, turn of the ignition and started it right back up. Did it again, 15 minutes later - same results. The next 7 times, the car at low speed (15-20 MPH) started acting like it wasn't getting gas and running rough, not pulling. Pulled of road. Would turn over and try to start and if it started, was very rough. After about 15 minutes, the yukon started like nothing was wrong and would run for 10-15 minutes. This also happened to me in june. …”
NHTSA complaint #10243410, filed 2008-09, 77,321 miles“My 2003 Yukon Xl (51,000 miles) flex fuel sensor is rotting off the vehicle. Was told it is not covered. It is self destructing around the area where the fuel lines enter the sensor. If the corrosion continues it will cause fuel to spray all over the undercarriage. I am an ase master tech. And a vocational automotive instructor. I feel this could pose a severe safety issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10158086, filed 2006-05“2003 Yukon Xl would die like it was out of gas when it still had at least 1/4 tank or it would not start when it had at least 1/4 tank of gas but if you added 1 - 5 gallons of gas it would start. Took to dealer and they said the fuel pump had low pressure and they replaced fuel sending unit. Seems to be fine now. Dealer stated they had not seen any other vehicles with this problem but I know of at least 4 other GM SUV's that are having the same problem in the small town that I live in”
NHTSA complaint #10127037, filed 2005-06Related recalls
- 03V019000Jan 27, 2003On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, vehicles, during a 30 degree left angle frontal impact of sufficient severity, a tear could develop in…Covers: GMC Yukon XL 2003, Chevrolet Suburban 2003, Avalanche 2003
Related service bulletins
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10209734Mar 22, 2022This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10199281May 25, 2021This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or…
- 10190437Mar 30, 2021This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible…
- 10176607May 8, 2020This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank…
- 10176310May 8, 2020This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing…
- 10171878Jan 2, 2020This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10137635May 10, 2017This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.
- 10114831Nov 15, 2016This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block that have a possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 3% |
| 2025 | 2 | 7% |
| 2024 | 10 | 13% |
| 2023 | 21 | 9% |
| 2022 | 15 | 9% |
| 2021 | 34 | 15% |
| 2020 | 3 | 6% |
| 2018 | 3 | 5% |
| 2017 | 5 | 3% |
| 2016 | 5 | 2% |
| 2015 | 7 | 2% |
| 2009 | 2 | 9% |
| 2007 | 1 | 1% |
| 2006 | 2 | 12% |
| 2005 | 4 | 10% |
| 2004 | 4 | 5% |
| 2003 | 6 | 6% |
| 2002 | 10 | 11% |
| 2001 | 12 | 10% |
| 2000 | 11 | 16% |
Other parts of the 2003 GMC Yukon XL
38 complaintsBrakes
22 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsTires
7 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 GMC Yukon XL
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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