2001 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated July 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2001 GMC Yukon has 1 documented known issues. No issues are rated critical, indicating generally reliable ownership. Across all issues, repair costs range from $30 to $400. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
On the 2000-2006 GMC Yukon, a hallmark GMT800 complaint: a clunk or knock felt in the steering wheel and column when turning at low speed or driving over small bumps and rough pavement. The intermediate steering shaft (I-shaft) splines wear and lose lubrication, so the shaft binds and then releases with an audible/tactile pop. It is a comfort/annoyance issue rather than a loss-of-control safety defect, but it is extremely common and frequently returns after temporary fixes.
Temporary fix: lubricate the I-shaft with the GM Steering Column Intermediate Shaft Lubrication Kit (P/N 26098419). Permanent fix: replace the intermediate steering shaft with the updated non-serviceable unit (P/N 19153614) - note the newer design cannot and should not be greased. Confirm the clunk is the I-shaft (not the steering gear or a worn U-joint) before replacing.
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GM upper intermediate steering shaft; the redesigned unit that supersedes the earlier dampened/non-dampened I-shafts and cannot/should not be greased. Confirmed fitment 2000-2006 GMC Yukon/Yukon XL (also Sierra/Silverado/Tahoe/Suburban/Avalanche/Escalade/H2). OEM ~$120-185; Dorman 425-176 aftermarke
Genuine GM intermediate steering shaft lubricant kit; includes grease tube, plug, and instructions. Applies to the older serviceable I-shaft on 1999-2007 full-size GM trucks/SUVs incl. 2000-2006 Yukon/Yukon XL. Shaft must be removed to apply. No true aftermarket cross-ref — this is a GM-specific lub
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EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABELS LISTING AN INACCCURATE VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT.
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A POWER STEERING HOSE THAT IS NOT TO SPECIFICATION. UNDER EXTREME STEERING MANEUVERS, SUCH AS TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL FULLY TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT WHILE BRAKING, THE HOSE MAY FRACTURE AND LEAK FLUID.
WHEELS:HUB
CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL REPLACEMENT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES WITH THE BRAND NAMES: NATIONAL, CARQUEST P/NOS. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, AND 515060, SHIPPED BETWEEN JANUARY 23, 2006, AND DECEMBER 20, 2007, SOLD FOR LIGHT DUTY AND MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS. THE INBOARD RETENTION NUT USED TO MAINTAIN HUB BEARING ASSEMBLY CAN LOOSEN RESULTING IN AN ABS LIGHT INDICATION, NOISE, AND/OR WHEEL SEPARATION.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE BRAKE PEDAL PUSHROD RETAINER MAY BE MISSING. IF THE RETAINER IS MISSING, THE BRAKE BOOSTER PUSHROD COULD DISENGAGE FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL.
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:SHIFT PATTERN INDICATOR
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER SEQUENCE, STARTER INTERLOCK AND TRANSMISSION BRAKING EFFECT." UNDER CERTAIN VEHICLE STARTING CONDITIONS, THE SHIFT LEVER POSITION INDICATOR LOCATED IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER MAY NOT ILLUMINATE. IF THE SHIFT LEVER POSITION INDICATOR DOES NOT ILLUMINATE, THE DRIVER MAY NOT KNOW WHICH GEAR THE VEHICLE IS IN.
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2001-2001 GMC Yukon has 1 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Intermediate Steering Shaft Clunk / Pop. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.
The 2001-2001 GMC Yukon has 1 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. No issues are rated critical, suggesting generally good reliability. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
Repair costs for known GMC Yukon issues range from $30 to $400, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
A hallmark GMT800 complaint: a clunk or knock felt in the steering wheel and column when turning at low speed or driving over small bumps and rough pavement. The intermediate steering shaft (I-shaft) splines wear and lose lubrication, so the shaft binds and then releases with an… Repairs typically run $30-$400. Severity: low.
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