Complaints
33
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Injuries
2
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2001 GMC Yukon Xl 1500 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#16 complaints
Hydraulic Brakes
Avg mileage:83,380 mi
#25 complaints
Brakes
Avg mileage:155,712 mi
#32 complaints
Engine & Cooling
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2001 GMC Yukon Xl 1500.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydraulic Brakes | 6 | — | — | 83,380 mi | |
| Brakes | 5 | — | — | 155,712 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Tailgate:Hinge And Attachments | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Hinge And Attachments | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Hydraulic Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
83,380
Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
155,712
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Tailgate:Hinge And Attachments
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Hinge And Attachments
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2001 GMC Yukon Xl 1500 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2001 GMC Yukon Xl 1500 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2001 GMC Yukon Xl 1500 has 33 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Hydraulic Brakes with 6 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2001 GMC Yukon Xl 1500?
Top reported problems: Hydraulic Brakes (6 complaints, avg 83,380 mi); Brakes (5 complaints, avg 155,712 mi); Engine & Cooling (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2001 GMC Yukon Xl 1500?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 116,258 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2001 GMC Yukon Xl 1500?
NHTSA complaints for the 2001 GMC Yukon Xl 1500 include 2 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 2 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2001 GMC Yukon Xl 1500 have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2001 GMC Yukon Xl 1500 as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2001 GMC Yukon Xl 1500?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full GMC Yukon Xl 1500 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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