Complaints
180
Crashes
13
Fires
5
Injuries
6
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1997 GMC Yukon Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#124 complaints
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
#220 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Avg mileage:66,377 mi
Crash-related:4
#318 complaints
Steering Defects
Avg mileage:83,572 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1997 GMC Yukon.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System | 24 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 20 | 4 | — | 66,377 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 18 | — | — | 83,572 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 10 | — | — | 142,500 mi | |
| Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 7 | — | — | 100,000 mi | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion) | 5 | — | — | 64,100 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel Pump | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake Master Cylinder | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Pump | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Switch/Wiring | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 1 | 1 | — | — |
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
24
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
20
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
—
Avg Miles
66,377
Steering Defects
18
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
83,572
Automatic Transmission
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
142,500
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
100,000
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
64,100
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel Pump
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brake Master Cylinder
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Pump
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Switch/Wiring
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1997 GMC Yukon — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1997 GMC Yukon reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1997 GMC Yukon has 180 NHTSA complaints, 13 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System with 24 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1997 GMC Yukon?
Top reported problems: Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System (24 complaints); Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (20 complaints, avg 66,377 mi); Steering Defects (18 complaints, avg 83,572 mi). 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 1997 GMC Yukon?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 87,956 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1997 GMC Yukon?
NHTSA complaints for the 1997 GMC Yukon include 13 crash-related reports, 5 fire reports, 6 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 1997 GMC Yukon have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1997 GMC Yukon 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 1997 GMC Yukon?
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 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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