Concerns with new generation Yukon

[Thislife1977]

Test drives are business it's not high school where we make eye contact and fall in love.

Dude most test drive vehicles to see if they like the way the vehicle feels and handles. So why is what I said “highschool(ish)”

 

[Quark]

Dude most test drive vehicles to see if they like the way the vehicle feels and handles. So why is what I said “highschool(ish)”

It appears we have a philosophical difference concerning test drives. When I test drive I go through a list of everything I've missed during previous test drives. I'm very critical and not there to love anything about it. I've dealt with service departments who can't replicate or put a dash panel back in place properly, your only defense against uncaring service departments is the test drive and it's only getting worse.

 

[Thislife1977]

It appears we have a philosophical difference concerning test drives. When I test drive I go through a list of everything I've missed during previous test drives. I'm very critical and not there to love anything about it. I've dealt with service departments who can't replicate or put a dash panel back in place properly, your only defense against uncaring service departments is the test drive and it's only getting worse.

Okay, you go to dealerships to visit service departments and do State Inspections. Maybe you should get a job as a mechanic or better yet on a assembly line...that way you can build your perfect SUV off your “to-do list”!

Nevertheless, thanks for your .02

 

[Quark]

Okay, you go to dealerships to visit service departments and do State Inspections. Maybe you should get a job as a mechanic or better yet on a assembly line...that way you can build your perfect SUV off your “to-do list”!

Nevertheless, thanks for your .02

You should buy the Yukon it is sufficient for you.

 

[B520044]

I'm jealous! Lol. Probably have me to thank for all of your dependable rigs. I purchased mine in July 2020, so one of the first. I've had my fair share of issues and reported all of them. I believe GM made changes due to my complaints. I do think having a good dealer service department makes all the difference in the world.

 

[SAdude]

Traveled another 400 miles in my Tahoe today and saw 3 or 4 other 21 Tahoes or yukons on the road here in Texas. There is a slight rattle from the driver seat belt column that I will have the dealer look at but no other issues. It was an extremely comfortable trip for all 4 passengers and lots of cargo. The front seats are far more comfy than any vehicle I've owned, especially for tall people. The Cooled seats also work better than the ones I had previously on my Toyota. Nothing but good things to say about this vehicle.

 

[Northern Mi Rich]

Yukon SLT purchased off lot Dec 1. 5500 miles, a round trip from Mi to Fl and pulling my camper to West Virginia next week. No issues other than replacing windshield fluid pump. Love it!

 

[Stbentoak]

This is so true. GM makes a hundred thousand plus of these vehicles a year. How many people have problems. How many people actually seek out these forums because they have a problem or two? A small percentage of the vehicles sold, I figure.

Yes I usually don't let these opinions totally sway me. They are good to know, but if I want it...its usually coming home...

 

[Bigmanny]

I have 1983 miles on mine, so far the only issue was a little creaking in the passenger side of the dash when hitting a decent sized bump in the road -- Houston roads will put any car to the test (my wife's BMW had a similar issue when it was new, accept hers was along the headliner)! Anyhow, the dealer adjusted the area under the speaker, and I haven't had any issues since.

My Yukon Denali was manufactured and delivered in Febuary 2021.

I get some noise from the area under the speaker as well. clunking sound, but I also hear it on startup like a vent is opening or something?

 

[cardude2000]

Here is Consumer Reports' top 20 ranking of the major automotive brands, according to their average reliability score:

Mazda (83)

Toyota (74)

Lexus (71)

Buick (70)

Honda (63)

Hyundai (62)

Ram (58)

Subaru (57)

Porsche (55)

Dodge (54)

Infiniti (54)

BMW (52)

Nissan (51)

Audi (46)

Kia (45)

GMC (43)

Chevrolet (42)

Volvo (41)

Jeep (41)

Mercedes-Benz (40)


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[JasonHTX]

I get some noise from the area under the speaker as well. clunking sound, but I also hear it on startup like a vent is opening or something?

I am not getting anything during startup. My dealer seemed very good about wanting to make sure things were fixed. I'd recommend taking it in and letting them have a go at it.

 

[vcode]

Read the last line on the Triplets. That is what I would be concerned with. May have been addressed by now though...

https://www.caranddriver.com/features/a34900893/2020-winners-and-losers-testing-edition/

 

[avalonandl]

That article was done with early production models.....

 

[Hrocks]

Okay, you go to dealerships to visit service departments and do State Inspections. Maybe you should get a job as a mechanic or better yet on a assembly line...that way you can build your perfect SUV off your “to-do list”!

Nevertheless, thanks for your .02

Wow, Thislife1977...Why the vitriol? Quark stated his approach to making an informed $80K or more decision. I'm 110% in the camp that takes a very critical approach to a test drive. I have posted a number of times regarding my desire to replace my 2010 Tahoe LTZ with one of the then "new" GMTK2XX platform vehicles. (2014-2020) Thank goodness for this forum! Had I not followed the countless threads outlining the teething problems of members who had been totally frustrated and disgusted with them after many trips to the dealer to fix, what in some cases were design problems, I would have had already jumped in with both feet on another first model year Escalade. No thanks.

With the new GMTT1XX platform vehicles, it appears that with seat belts, seat mounting bolts, EBC vacuum pump, broken engine valve springs, lifters, on and on, (plus how many TSB's??) that they're going down that same bumpy road. Here's something to consider...look at some of the used car ratings over the past 6 years or so. The '14 to '17 model year triplets had very poor ratings. Happily, the '18 and '19 MY (assume '20s will be the same.) vehicles were at the top tier of high quality used vehicles. The first four MY customers were the guinea pigs who paid the price of product development for GM.

This forum offers a lot of information...most credible, some not, but one can always learn something that fits their needs to find a fix for their existing vehicle, or make an informed decision on purchasing new or used one. We all share a common interest.

 

[2021z71]

2021 Z71 Suburban... 5.3l had 4 failed lifters at 6600 miles. Dealer repaired but then had air in coolant causing temperature overheat. Otherwise no issues and love it!

 

[Seamus]

Wow, Thislife1977...Why the vitriol? Quark stated his approach to making an informed $80K or more decision. I'm 110% in the camp that takes a very critical approach to a test drive. I have posted a number of times regarding my desire to replace my 2010 Tahoe LTZ with one of the then "new" GMTK2XX platform vehicles. (2014-2020) Thank goodness for this forum! Had I not followed the countless threads outlining the teething problems of members who had been totally frustrated and disgusted with them after many trips to the dealer to fix, what in some cases were design problems, I would have had already jumped in with both feet on another first model year Escalade. No thanks.

With the new GMTT1XX platform vehicles, it appears that with seat belts, seat mounting bolts, EBC vacuum pump, broken engine valve springs, lifters, on and on, (plus how many TSB's??) that they're going down that same bumpy road. Here's something to consider...look at some of the used car ratings over the past 6 years or so. The '14 to '17 model year triplets had very poor ratings. Happily, the '18 and '19 MY (assume '20s will be the same.) vehicles were at the top tier of high quality used vehicles. The first four MY customers were the guinea pigs who paid the price of product development for GM.

This forum offers a lot of information...most credible, some not, but one can always learn something that fits their needs to find a fix for their existing vehicle, or make an informed decision on purchasing new or used one. We all share a common interest.

Couldn't agree more. I had 4 trucks in the previous generation. Nightmare generation. I was so fed up with GM. Spent a ton of money trading into each one. Finally dropped them and bought a mint condition 2013 suburban for family and tow duty. Just drove the new Denali. Pretty awesome interior, drove very nice and comfortable unlike previuos generation. After all i have seen i am waiting another year or so. Hoping it irons out because i really like that 3.0...... I cant even beileve i am condiering it after the last generation.....

 

[Fireman591]

2021 Z71 Suburban... 5.3l had 4 failed lifters at 6600 miles. Dealer repaired but then had air in coolant causing temperature overheat. Otherwise no issues and love it!

Sorry to hear that. GM knows there are a bad batch of valve springs and lifters out there on all GM 6.2 and 5.3 engine lines. Make sure too ask your dealership for an extended warranty on GM. I was pushy with my fuel management disaster in October and got GM to throw in a 60 month 76,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty with $0 deductible. Don't be afraid to be pushy. GM is saving millions on not doing a recall for these ticking time bombs so pretty sure they can afford it. Glad no one got hurt when your engine failed.

 

[vcode]

2021 Chevy Tahoe Diesel's Skidpad Performance Limited by Top Speed (yahoo.com) So beyond the potential oiling issue mentioned previously, what is up with the stability control on this generation? Are they that unstable at speed that they need stability control to activate at what appears to be normal driving? That would worry me. Based on the numbers they are getting, a WW2 jeep could outcorner one. Have any new owners noticed this?

 

[Gibby13]

Here is Consumer Reports' top 20 ranking of the major automotive brands, according to their average reliability score:

Mazda (83)

Toyota (74)

Lexus (71)

Buick (70)

Honda (63)

Hyundai (62)

Ram (58)

Subaru (57)

Porsche (55)

Dodge (54)

Infiniti (54)

BMW (52)

Nissan (51)

Audi (46)

Kia (45)

GMC (43)

Chevrolet (42)

Volvo (41)

Jeep (41)

Mercedes-Benz (40)


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GM is the first on the list that has the most room behind the 3rd row seat while up.

2021 Chevy Tahoe Diesel's Skidpad Performance Limited by Top Speed (yahoo.com) So beyond the potential oiling issue mentioned previously, what is up with the stability control on this generation? Are they that unstable at speed that they need stability control to activate at what appears to be normal driving? That would worry me. Based on the numbers they are getting, a WW2 jeep could outcorner one. Have any new owners noticed this?

I am in the drive it like you stole it camp usually and our '21 handles tons better while drifting around corners.

 

[Gibby13]

Also, they stop a lot better now.

https://www.caranddriver.com/features/a35048882/tahoe-yukon-escalade-braking-performance/