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2002 GMC Yukon XL vs 2004 GMC Yukon XL

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2002 GMC Yukon XL2004 GMC Yukon XL
NHTSA complaints9587
Recall campaigns13
Service bulletins (TSBs)348502
Investigations30
Crash reports55
Fire reports12
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)
Median reported mileage64,605 mi47,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentGMC Yukon XLGMC Yukon XL
Electrical System430
Service Brakes, Hydraulic196
Steering1012
Engine and Engine Cooling109
Service Brakes98
Fuel System, Gasoline104
Power Train94
Tires102

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling117
Rust / corrosion86
Hesitation / surging50
Vibration / shaking50
Clunking / rattling59

Compare all GMC Yukon XL vs GMC Yukon XL years →

Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.