2002 GMC Yukon Xl 1500 Recalls
No NHTSA recalls on record for the 2002 GMC Yukon Xl 1500. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the service brakes. Last updated July 5, 2026.
Complaints by component
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.
“Early in the morning I start up the truck to warm it up. I put the truck in reverse and as soon as I put the truck in drive the "reduce engine power" light comes on, then the truck goes "limp mode" (not allowing the truck to go no more than 20 mph in motion). I have to restart the truck 5 times…”
“This vehicle has had a long history of needed brake work. Brakes were recently changed again and it still has soft braking as well as pulsating braking. Both of these factors lead to dangerously slow stopping even with practically new parts.”
“This vehicle came with factory tow package. Brake lines, rear, were repaired a year ago. Towing a horse trailer with horse ( approx 6500 lbs total ), the front break line from the abs module broke and pedal went to floor while exiting 90w onto 84w. Trailer brakes finally stopped the vehicle a few…”
“When braking, the antilock brakes kick in no matter if needed or not. We have had several close calls on both city streets & highways. The car was already recalled and fixed for front wheel speed sensor corrosion, 05v379000, and the same thing is happening again. The sensor was not replaced, just…”
“I have been notified by 2 mechanics that the my brake lines are rusted/corroded and need to be replaced. I have researched the multiple complaints to gmc regarding this issue. Nhtsa has recommended a recall. Despite gmc corporate statements that the fix/replacement of brake lines will cost $500…”
“Abs brake module is not hermetically sealed with an o-ring gasket. Because of this moisture can get inside module and damage internal components. Damaged units cause abs and brake lights in dashboard to light up. *tr failure of abs brake module can cause abs brakes to lock up when braking quickly…”
“I tried to stop and when I applied the brakes the abs activated without any reason. The roads were clean and dry. There was not any warning indicator for the abs brakes, I am told there is a recall for this issue but the dealer says mine was already done. Obviously the fix was not effective if I…”
“While pulling out of driveway, I pushed brake before entering street - pushed all the way down, but had no brake action. Was braking fine day before. *tr”
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2002 GMC Yukon Xl 1500 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.