Electronic Stability Control (esc) Problems of GMC Yukon

GMC Yukon owners have reported 2 electronic stability control (esc) related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common electronic stability control (esc) problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electronic stability control (esc) (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Electronic Stability Control (esc) related problems of GMC Yukon

Problem Category Number of Problems
Electronic Stability Control (esc) problems
2

Electronic Stability Control (esc) problem #1

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph with her family inside the vehicle, there was an abnormal tapping sound coming from the engine compartment, with the traction control and forward collision avoidance warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the "service esc", "forward collision avoidance system unavailable", and "service traction control" flashed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was determined that the gaskets, bolts, rods, lifters, camshaft valve, valve actuator, and engine seals needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to another dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Electronic Stability Control (esc) problem #2

The contact owns a 2021 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost automotive power. The electronic stability control warning light was intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a spun rod bearing failure; however, further investigation was needed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 102,000.



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