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1995 GMC Yukon Electrical system Problems

Complaints
10about this part
Share
11%of 90 total for the year
Median mileage
92,465miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the electrical system of the 1995 GMC Yukon, 11% of the 90 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 92,465 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.

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.

“Adjusted power mirrors and the electrical wiring shorted out and caused a fire which destroyed the door, the dash, and part of the seat. If my wife hadn't gotten out of the car, she would have been burned, if not killed”

NHTSA complaint #10049626, filed 2003-12, 92,465 miles

“In august 1997 original manufacture battery leaked acid thus corroding the air bag sensor, positive & negative cables & corroding other metal parts to frame of the Yukon. There is now visible rust due to the acid leak. Gm dealer martin Gmc replaced the battery under warranty. For the second time on 11/24/99 with the 1yr battery GM replaced leakage occured again. This time my anti-lock brake sensor light came on. Needless to say, I had to pay out of pocket $543.94 for replacement of sensor, new front brakes, & new rotors for a vehicle with only 54,194 miles. …”

NHTSA complaint #717905, filed 2000-01

“Orginal delco battery leaked acid all over fender well and floor of garage. Upon investigating , found that positive post was loose from battery and leaking. Replace with another delco, suppose to be a better model and corrected the problem they were having. Again in about 18 months, the same thing again. Replaced again with same problem, this time I bought a sears die hard, and hopefully solved the problem. Heard the same storey from at least 10 friends and business associates. Should have realized they had a problem. I think it is in the bolt (terminal) disign. …”

NHTSA complaint #719019, filed 2000-02

“The contact owns a 1995 Gmc Yukon. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH the vehicle went idle and stalled. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the technician diagnosed possible electrical issues. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was unknown.”

NHTSA complaint #10577979, filed 2014-04

“Pe99-073, battery post came apart from the battery, causing fluid/acid to spill over the brake electrical system, resulting in poor braking ability and extended stopping distance. Consumer has contacted the manufacturer.”

NHTSA complaint #856557, filed 2000-02

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Electrical system: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
202649%
2025916%
20241817%
20232811%
20223217%
2021319%
202025%
2019916%
201846%
20172111%
20165320%
20157915%
201459%
2013109%
201258%
201153%
201033%
200989%
20083016%
2007399%
2006415%
20052833%
20045736%
20035326%
2002106%
2001179%
200085%
1999136%
199823%
1997118%
199634%
19951011%
199423%

Other parts of the 1995 GMC Yukon

Seats
26 complaints
Brakes
25 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
11 complaints
Fuel system
6 complaints
Other or unknown
5 complaints
Seat belts
4 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
4 complaints
Engine cooling
3 complaints
Body and structure
3 complaints
Suspension
3 complaints
Air bags
2 complaints
Exterior lighting
2 complaints

← All problems reported for the 1995 GMC Yukon

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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