Most common 2000 GMC Yukon XL 1500 problems
Share of the 15 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
GMC Yukon XL 1500 complaints by model year
Best Yukon XL 1500 years: 2000, 2006, 2012. Years to avoid: 2007, 2003, 2004, 2005. Compare all years →
What 2000 GMC Yukon XL 1500 owners say
Brakes
Loss of brake fluid and pressure due to defective/ damaged brake system line (23 days after GM dealership-malouf GM in north brunswick, nj informed me (when I took my truck in for an unrelated problem- odi # 10293760), that there is no open recall). My preliminary research revealed a bulletin which notes a recall; # 71182. Indication is that some of these vehicles have a clearance condition between the front right-hand brake pipe and the body cross sill that could decrease to the point of allowing contact during the life of the vehicle. If contact occurs and the brake pipe becomes damaged, in half of the brake system, there can be loss of brake fluid and pressure. I was lucky that this condition occurred while I was backing out of my driveway at very slow speed. There is brake fluid spillage in my engine compartment and driveway.
After getting cut off and having to make a panic stop the brake lines in my truck burst causing the pedal to go to the ground and offer no braking power. I then tried the emergency brake which also didn't work due to the burst lines. I was finally able to steer into the shoulder of the road and put the transmission into a lower gear to slow down before putting it into park at 25 MPH and skidding to a stop. After getting home and doing research and learned of your investigation. Something needs to be done as I almost died.
Transmission & drivetrain
On 11/5/17 my 2004 GMC Yukon XL was involved in a severe collision where my truck hit another vehicle both vehicles were doing 55+ MPH. My front end took all my damage. Not one airbag went off in my truck.
Loose right front hub bearing assembly which resulted noise and indication by service tech that it could eventually have resulted in wheel separation. My recent research revealed a bulletin which notes a recall; # 47678 dec 17, 2007. Even though I paid our of pocket on 08/07/2007 to replace the bearing, my recent visit to a GM dealership service center on 11/06/2009 revealed that there is no open recall for the problem.
2000 GMC Yukon XL 1500 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 12 / 17 / 14 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 12 / 15 / 13 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2000 GMC Yukon XL 1500 a good car?
Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2000 Yukon XL 1500 rates better than average: 56% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Yukon XL 1500 at the same age. It is one of the best Yukon XL 1500 years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 GMC Yukon XL 1500?
The brakes — 9 complaints, 60% of all complaints for this model year, most often about antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. Next are the transmission & drivetrain (3) and air bags (2).
How many recalls does the 2000 GMC Yukon XL 1500 have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2000 GMC Yukon XL 1500. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the GMC Yukon XL 1500?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2000, 2006 and 2012. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2007, 2003, 2004 and 2005. See the full GMC Yukon XL 1500 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2000 GMC Yukon XL 1500 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 119,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.