Complaints
262
Crashes
23
Fires
0
Injuries
14
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1999 GMC Yukon Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#174 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Avg mileage:102,387 mi
Crash-related:7
#210 complaints
Brakes
Avg mileage:139,249 mi
#310 complaints
Tire Defects
Avg mileage:94,002 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1999 GMC Yukon.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 74 | 7 | — | 102,387 mi | |
| Brakes | 10 | — | — | 139,249 mi | |
| Tire Defects | 10 | — | — | 94,002 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 9 | 1 | — | 98,500 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 9 | 1 | — | 122,404 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 7 | — | — | 143,000 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 7 | — | — | 117,738 mi | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 5 | 5 | — | — | |
| Fuel Pump | 5 | — | — | 60,000 mi | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake Master Cylinder | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 5 | — | — | 100,000 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion) | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Control Module | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap | 2 | — | — | — |
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
74
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
—
Avg Miles
102,387
Brakes
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
139,249
Tire Defects
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
94,002
Automatic Transmission
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
98,500
Hydraulic Brakes
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
122,404
Electrical Faults
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
143,000
Steering Defects
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
117,738
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Tread/Belt
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
5
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel Pump
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
60,000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brake Master Cylinder
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
100,000
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Axle Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Control Module
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1999 GMC Yukon — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1999 GMC Yukon reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 1999 GMC Yukon has 262 NHTSA complaints, 23 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip with 74 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1999 GMC Yukon?
Top reported problems: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (74 complaints, avg 102,387 mi); Brakes (10 complaints, avg 139,249 mi); Tire Defects (10 complaints, avg 94,002 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 1999 GMC Yukon?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 106,783 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1999 GMC Yukon?
NHTSA complaints for the 1999 GMC Yukon include 23 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 14 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 1999 GMC Yukon have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1999 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 1999 GMC Yukon?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.
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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