1996 GMC Yukon review from North America
"Great truck that rides like a car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brake master cylinder booster replaced twice.
Front wheel drive electronic switch does not work, so 4WD is inoperative.
Transmission oil cooling lines leaked and had to be replaced.
Air conditioner compressor cracked and needed to be replaced.
Serpentine belt tensioner was defective.
Leather seats are showing some cracking.
Maintenance/replacement: New alternator at 90,000; new brakes at 84,000; new battery every 4 years, new tires at 84,000 (used a five tire rotation - and bought a new wheel for spare tire rotation) ; automatic interior light dimmer switch is defective, have it turned off.
General comments?
Although the repairs are beginning to get more frequent, I really like this truck. I bought it used at 9,000 and did not have to take the big hit driving away from the dealer. First thing I did was take it to a rust proofing shop and have it undercoated, glazed, rust proofed and detail cleaned. With their Gold package, it gets redone annually -and it has no rust at all - and it still looks like new.
It is a great road car with plenty of room for four adults, five is OK. The 5.7 engine will really jump up and move you along, passing or cruising. Rides along very smoothly.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.7 Liter Vortex Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 9000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 100000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Econoline |
| Date of Entry | 5th August, 2003 |