Most common 1995 GMC Yukon problems
Share of the 90 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
GMC Yukon complaints by model year
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1995 GMC Yukon recalls (6)
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
On certain minivans, pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles with certain model-engine combinations, the windshield wiper motor May fail due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board. The windshield wipers could work intermittently or not at all.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover. Owner notification began on June 19, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free…
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, 2 and 4-wheel drive. Solder joints near the wiring harness connector can crack causing the windshield wipers to work intermittently.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover.
Vehicle speed control
These vehicles were assembled with the throttle cable contacting the dash mat which could bind the throttle. This does not meet with the maximum return times required by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for adequate throttle cable to dash mat clearance, and if there is insufficient clearance, cut out a portion of the dash mat to provide proper clearance.
Power train › Automatic transmission
The transmission shift-cable lock clip can back out of its installed position resulting in a loss of cable adjustment. When the shift lever is placed in the "park" position, the "park" indicator light May not illuminate.
Remedy: Dealers will adjust the shift cable and install a lock clip.
Air bags
The vehicles have both the supplemental inflatable restraint (sir) label and an engine start label installed on the same side of the sun visor. This does not comply with FMVSS no.208, "occupant crash protection."
Remedy: The engine start label will be removed from the stowed side of the sun visor and a new engine start label will be installed on the headliner in the sun visor depression.
Seat belts › Rear/other
Vehicles fail to conform to FMVSS no. 210, "seat belt anchorages." the center rear seat lap belt was improperly routed.
Remedy: Instructions for rerouting the center rear seat lap belt will be sent to the vehicle owners. If the owner prefers, they can take their vehicle to their dealer and have it rerouted free of charge by the dealer.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into 9 possible defects involving the 1995 GMC Yukon:
Front seat recliner bolt failure
Battery leaks acid
Odi has received 21 complaints where owners allege that the standard GM factory supplied ac delco battery case failed, resulting in the leakage of sulfuric acid.of the 21 complaint vehicles, six suburban, three tahoes, and one yukon owner(s) complained about a loss of brake fluid from deterioration of the right frontbrake line as a result of sulfuric acid contamination.the remaining 11 complaints pertain primarily…
Seat belt anchorage separation
Odi has received one (1) complaint alleging that the 2nd row passenger-side seat belt release buckle anchor detached from seat frame during a side impact crash.during the crash, the occupant was thrown from his seat, partially ejected through the rear quarter window of the vehicle.occupant sustained injury.GM has subsequently changed seat belt anchoring design in my 2000.
HEADLIGHT
Based on the reports received by odi from consumers, failure of the headlight electrical circuit May occur in the subject vehicles, and May result from repeated adjustment ofthe tilt steering wheel in the subject vehicles.repeated adjustment of the steering wheel position May strain the wiring in the headlight circuit to the point of failure where they are attached to the multi-function switch, resulting in the…
Windshield wiper failure
As a result of this, and the precedinginvestigation, rq99-003, GM has expanded the population of safety recall 98v-150 (replacement of the windshield wiper control module) to include an additional 1.77 million vehicles.included are various 1994-1997 my m/l vans, s/t trucks and suvs, & c/k trucks and suvs.see attached technical report for details.
Front seat recliner bolt
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Seat belt anchorage separation
HEADLIGHT
Battery leaks acid
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What 1995 GMC Yukon owners say
Seats all 26 →
Failure of driver seat mounting on the window side. The consumer found that the mounting holes, one on each corner of the seat, were retrofitted on the window-side (front & rear) by spot welding a threaded washer about three inches to the right of the corner holes to facilitate mounting of the seat to the rail on the floorboard. This particular design caused metal fatigue surrounding the spot-welded washers, resulting in the seat breaking loose.
The bolts that hold the driver's seat frame are cracking, causing the seat to rock back and forth. This is the third time that the bolts have broken away from the frame since purchasing the vehicle in August of 1995. The manufacture/dealer are aware of the problem. The dealer has replaced the bolts twice. The bolts do not correct the problem.
Brakes all 25 →
Dt: the anti-lock brakes pulsated at low speeds. The consumer could feel it in the pedal and could slightly hear it kick in. It did this on dry roads NHTSA recall 05V279000 was issued in August 2005. But this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. Went to the dealer and basically said the recall would not go into affect until November 2005. Started noticing this around July 15, 2005, and it did this occasionally.
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. Also, GM refused to replace the 1year old battery that was leaking because the car was no longer under manufacture warranty even though the battery had leaked previously under warranty. They wanted me to purchase a batter for $80.00. I refuses & purchased a battery at walmart. …
Windows, wipers & sunroof
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 campaign 03V159000; GMC issued a windshield wiper motor recall. This vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN although it experienced the same problem as those that were mentioned in the recall.
1995 GMC Yukon engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.5L 8-cyl turbo diesel | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 13 / 16 / 14 |
| 5.7L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 11 / 14 / 12 |
| 5.7L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 11 / 14 / 12 |
| 5.7L 8-cyl | 5-speed manual | 4WD/AWD | 11 / 15 / 12 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 GMC Yukon a good car?
Based on 90 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1995 Yukon rates average: 38% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Yukon at the same age. 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 1995 GMC Yukon?
The seats — 26 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year, most often about front assembly › power adjust. Next are the brakes (25) and windows, wipers & sunroof (11).
How many recalls does the 1995 GMC Yukon have?
There are 6 recalls for the 1995 GMC Yukon, the most recent from April 28, 2003 (windshield wiper/washer). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the GMC Yukon?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2014, 2020 and 2019. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2023, 2021, 2015, 2022 and 2024. See the full GMC Yukon years comparison.
At what mileage do 1995 GMC Yukon problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 92,000 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.