2004 GMC Yukon Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 3%of 159 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2004 GMC Yukon, 3% of the 159 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 500 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.
“We have a 2004 Gmc Yukon. Since we've had it, reduced engine power has become a constant and dangerous problem. Most recently, yesterday, my husband was trying to accelerate to pass a slower vehicle with huge tires on the back only to have this happen. If someone had been behind us, we would have been hit, seriously injured, maybe even dead with some of the circumstances we have had on the interstate. Today is august 23, 2011. We had this vehicle fixed on july 28, 2011, paying almost $600 for it to be taken care of. …”
NHTSA complaint #10421108, filed 2011-08, 50,000 miles“The problem I'm having is a horrible bubbling or gargling sound emmiting from my 2004 Yukon exhaust. It sounds really bad, enough to turn peoples heads while I'm sitting at the conveneience store or a drive thru. The dealer in which I bought it from states that they all make this sound, but I'm not stupid. I know others with the same make and year model and they do not have this problem. I just want it fixed. If I'm willing to pay $44,000 for a vehicle I expect it to look and sound great or at least look and sound like a new one. Please help!”
NHTSA complaint #10118495, filed 2005-04, 500 miles“One side of engine block is burning out all 4 spark plugs; need diagnostic information sent to our mechanic so he can fix this problem. No response. Engine light is on. Total mileage on 2004 Yukon ll purchased from dave smith auto, kellog idaho in nov of 2004 is 1,292. Yes, this is correct. One thousand two hundred and ninety two miles! I would think Gmc or dave smith would be interested in fixing this problem especially with a new vehicle. Waiting for them to reply to warranty work. We are a remote site women's shelter. We need a vehicle that runs!”
NHTSA complaint #10136654, filed 2005-09, 40 miles“When my 2004 Gmc Yukon warms up, a loud repetitive clanging noise eminates from the exhaust system. This can be heard while driving and continues for a period after the vehicle is turned off. The Yukon was purchased new on 5/31/04 and began making the noise within 500 miles. Gmc says engineering has been working on the problem since 11/03 and it involves metal in the exhaust system being deformed by the heat. I have spoken with several other Yukon owners and made a point to listen to other yukons on the road and have not found another Yukon exhibiting the same problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10086555, filed 2004-08, 500 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10251887Mar 14, 2024This bulletin advises the technician of possible location of an internal coolant leak from a specific cylinder head and location.
- 10251890Mar 13, 2024This 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…
- 10250775Feb 22, 2024This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large…
- 10249579Jan 12, 2024This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- 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…
- 10242843Sep 1, 2023The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the…
- 10242262Aug 24, 2023This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and…
- 10236164Apr 24, 2023This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308…
- 10235802Apr 24, 2023This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
- 10234141Mar 23, 2023This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12 | 11% |
| 2023 | 14 | 6% |
| 2022 | 13 | 7% |
| 2021 | 32 | 9% |
| 2020 | 1 | 3% |
| 2019 | 1 | 2% |
| 2018 | 1 | 1% |
| 2017 | 1 | 1% |
| 2015 | 1 | 0% |
| 2013 | 1 | 1% |
| 2012 | 1 | 2% |
| 2011 | 1 | 1% |
| 2009 | 2 | 2% |
| 2008 | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 | 11 | 3% |
| 2006 | 1 | 4% |
| 2005 | 2 | 2% |
| 2004 | 5 | 3% |
| 2003 | 12 | 6% |
| 2002 | 5 | 3% |
| 2001 | 9 | 5% |
| 2000 | 2 | 1% |
| 1999 | 12 | 6% |
| 1998 | 3 | 4% |
| 1997 | 7 | 5% |
| 1996 | 9 | 13% |
| 1995 | 3 | 3% |
| 1993 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2004 GMC Yukon
57 complaintsBrakes
38 complaintsVehicle speed control
14 complaintsEngine
12 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsElectronic stability control
4 complaintsTires
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 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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