2004 GMC Yukon XL Electronic stability control Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 3%of 87 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 123,804miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the electronic stability control of the 2004 GMC Yukon XL, 3% of the 87 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 123,804 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.
“My 2004 yukon has at least three major leaks in the brake lines caused by corrosion. Research found that this defect was identified shortly after the vehicles were sold new but refused to issue recalls. I was in a near accident when my brakes went completely to the floor suddenly. Also the stabilizer system fails without notice and the dash instrument cluster (gas gauge, temp gauge, voltage and oil pressure gauges works on and off.”
NHTSA complaint #10780294, filed 2015-10, 170,000 miles“This is second GM vehicle that I have had this problem it goes into reduced engine power often.spent over 3,000.00 trying to fix first vehicle and never did. Dealers don't know how to fix. This is dangerous,was passing a truck today on 2 lane road and veh went in to reduced power.will not buy another GM product....”
NHTSA complaint #10453519, filed 2012-03, 123,804 miles“2004 Yukon Xl with 91,880 miles. Replacement left front wheel bearing/hub failed catastrophically at 6,046 miles of service. The bearing separated completely leading to a towing event. Vehicle was on an interstate highway and traveling at 70 MPH, in a straight line when this occurred. Service technician said the drive shaft on the 4wd vehicle was the only thing retaining the wheel. The prior bearing was replaced at 85,878 miles. The bearing was installed at aftermarket service center. The hub face has the following numbers etched on it. 730-0093, 12fr18107. …”
NHTSA complaint #11337242, filed 2020-07, 91,880 milesElectronic stability control: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 | 1% |
| 2016 | 1 | 1% |
| 2015 | 1 | 0% |
| 2011 | 1 | 2% |
| 2010 | 2 | 7% |
| 2008 | 1 | 1% |
| 2007 | 5 | 5% |
| 2006 | 7 | 41% |
| 2005 | 1 | 2% |
| 2004 | 3 | 3% |
| 2003 | 1 | 1% |
| 2001 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2004 GMC Yukon XL
30 complaintsBrakes
14 complaintsSteering
12 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsEquipment
5 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 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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