2005 GMC Yukon XL Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 10%of 42 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 18,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the steering of the 2005 GMC Yukon XL, 10% of the 42 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 18,000 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.
“I have a 2005 Gmc Yukon Xl and was almost hit because I could not turn effectively. When turning right at low speed the vehicle loses power steering capability. When I took it in to be looked at the repair shop said there is a repair note that the car will do this and to put on a larger steering/hydraulic part to try to stop the loss of power but that it still might happen due to a design problem. I had my grandson in the car and 15yr and all could have been killed. The problem is still happening whenever you try to turn right.”
NHTSA complaint #10315567, filed 2010-03, 73,500 miles“- the contact heard a beeping noise at the rear of the 2005 Gmc yukon when she slowed down to make a turn while driving at 15 MPH. She heard this noise for about 5 seconds. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, and they lubricated the column boot. The contact stated this did not fix the problem. The vehicle currently had 18000 miles.”
NHTSA complaint #10184666, filed 2007-03, 18,000 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Gmc Yukon Xl. While making either a left or right turn at 10 MPH, the contact could hear a loud popping or clicking sound. She took the vehicle to a local dealer and they adjusted the straps, lubed the front, and tightened the cross member bolts. The failure was also present in the rear of the vehicle and the dealer performed the same repairs as were made to the front end. The vehicle was returned to the dealer at 11,600 miles for the same failure and repairs. At 14,100 miles, the vehicle was taken back to the dealer and they repaired the radiator support. …”
NHTSA complaint #10233512, filed 2008-07, 3,998 miles“Yukon xl has a constant vibration, knocking/rattling noise, that is felt in the steering column/shaft. Gmc is and has been aware of faulty steering shafts and will not pay for replacement if your vehicle is out of warranty. Gmc has even sued the manufacturer of the steering shaft, yet will not recall this item.”
NHTSA complaint #10447479, filed 2012-02Related service bulletins
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
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 2005 GMC Yukon XL
13 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsEngine
7 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsInterior lighting
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 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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