Three problems related to axle assembly have been reported for the 1999 GMC Yukon. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Dealer verified problem with driveline at startup or stopping. Dealer stated this is a problem with Yukon,tahoe, escalade, and GMC/Chevrolet full size trucks. Problem has been present for the last 3 years with no corrective action. Dealer will charge customer to lube the "spline" as a temp fix. Hood flutter in wind, service bulletin was issued for 2000 denali, needs to include 1999 year(same body style) see bulletin #000863007. Hood "crowl" was replace by dealer, new replacement does not fit correctly, dealer recommended gluing in place. Not correct fix.
Vehicle had a rusted rear axle that was not diagnosed by the dealership that sold this vehicle. However, the rims and tires were oversized to muffle the sound, and hide the noise which would have sent out a signal that there were problems with this vehicle.
Vehicle had a rusted rear axle that was not diagnosed by the dealership that sold this vehicle. However, the rims and tires were oversized to muffle the sound and hide the noise which would have sent out a signal that there were problems with this vehicle.