2011 GMC Yukon Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 3%of 158 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 131,814miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the brakes of the 2011 GMC Yukon, 3% of the 158 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 131,814 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.
“Having an ongoing issue while driving. I've ben on the highway in the rain and snow going 65-70 MPH as well as dry pavement. All of a sudden my dashboard will light up saying service traction control, brake system, ABS , park assist off and check engine lights up and blinks . I will loose my brakes I then have to pump my brakes several times to get to even slow down or stop . It's also happened when I am driving down a residential street. When I pull over turn the truck off and goes back to normal for a short distance. Weather doesn't seem to be a factor or speed. …”
NHTSA complaint #11376909, filed 2020-11, 125,000 miles“Abs brake problem. Reoccurring engine problems such as misfire, low cylinder compression, afm lifters, camshaft, fuel mix and brake switch causes check engine light to come on. This causes stabilitrak and traction control to be turned off. Discussions with several mechanics indicated a new engine would be the only way to fix this problem. Even with a new engine, the problem persists. The check engine light continues to be on and stabilitrak and traction control continue to go on and off, and living in mi it is concerning me that I may lose these braking functions when I need them. …”
NHTSA complaint #11091958, filed 2018-05, 140,000 miles“R and R shifter cables needed fixed exhaust needed fix brakes needed fixed. Still need air conditioning fixed was told the hoses are all cut this is how the sold us the Yukon. I took it back twice and they would not fix it. I have tried calling and talking to people to see what to do. Could you please help me.we used all our money for down payment at time.”
NHTSA complaint #11509606, filed 2023-02“The contact owns a 2011 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at 60-65 MPH, the check engine warning light, the ABS warning light, the emergency parking brake warning light, the stability tract warning light, the warning indicator “Service Brake System” and other unknown warning lights illuminated. The brake pedal was depressed but felt rigid and failed to respond. The contact depressed the brake pedal with more pressure, but it hesitated to respond, causing 40 feet in stopping distance delay. The contact continued to drive the vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #11450419, filed 2022-02, 131,814 miles“the towing brakes system fails every day, the blind spot warning fails with every rain day, dashboard is cracking and falling apart, the Crome rims provided by gm the Crome is peeling off and cause loss of air daily”
NHTSA complaint #11481910, filed 2022-08Related service bulletins
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 10253061Mar 4, 2024This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel…
- 10222777Sep 16, 2022This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | 5% |
| 2024 | 7 | 7% |
| 2023 | 11 | 4% |
| 2022 | 3 | 2% |
| 2021 | 12 | 3% |
| 2020 | 3 | 8% |
| 2019 | 4 | 7% |
| 2018 | 5 | 7% |
| 2017 | 44 | 22% |
| 2016 | 55 | 20% |
| 2015 | 89 | 17% |
| 2014 | 2 | 4% |
| 2013 | 2 | 2% |
| 2012 | 1 | 2% |
| 2011 | 5 | 3% |
| 2009 | 1 | 1% |
| 2008 | 3 | 2% |
| 2007 | 12 | 3% |
| 2006 | 3 | 11% |
| 2005 | 12 | 14% |
| 2004 | 38 | 24% |
| 2003 | 59 | 29% |
| 2002 | 77 | 49% |
| 2001 | 92 | 47% |
| 2000 | 59 | 36% |
| 1999 | 113 | 55% |
| 1998 | 21 | 26% |
| 1997 | 31 | 23% |
| 1996 | 14 | 20% |
| 1995 | 25 | 28% |
| 1994 | 21 | 36% |
| 1993 | 9 | 53% |
| 1992 | 12 | 63% |
Other parts of the 2011 GMC Yukon
79 complaintsOther or unknown
55 complaintsBody and structure
27 complaintsEngine
13 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsWheels
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 GMC Yukon
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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