Issue ID | 1294576 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10881513 |
Manufacurer | General Motors LLC |
Brand | GMC |
Model | YUKON |
Model Year | 2015 |
File date | 28/01/16 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | I am writing to notify you about a problem with the transmission in 2015 gmc yukon xl. Gm is aware of a problem. They issued an internal notice to dealers in february 2016. However, they have not notified to owners in the form of a recall. On several occasions, my vehicle jumped forward, while driving in the city, when it was stopped, in drive, with brake engaged. I reported transmission problems to my local dealer but they repeatedly ignored my concerns. They kept giving excuses that didn't make sense. I finally pressed on, refused to take my vehicle back and reported the problem to several executives. The problem was finally diagnosed under different conditions as stated in the first internal document in march 2016. There was a problem with the transmission. They finally replaced the transmission for "one that didn't have a problem". Gm admitted there are problems with transmissions and the problem has been corrected in newer vehicles. They have yet to issue a notice to current owners that their vehicles are at risk. I owned a 2015 gmc yukon xl but chose to sell it over safety concerns and lack of appropriate response from gm corporate. With 2 young children, i spend a lot of time around schools (like most owners of large gm vehicles). I could have injured or killed someone. I feel it is my obligation to bring this situation to your attention. If you intervene, you can help to avoid any injuries in the future. It is clear that gm will not voluntarily protect the public. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 26000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | STOWE, VT |
VIN pattern | 1GKS2JKJOFRXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 0 |
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