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2005 Yukon XL Speedometer
by dtiger71202
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Dec 03, 2007 (2:14 pm)
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My wife's 2005 Yukon has a problem with the speedometer. It comes to rest around 60MPH and it never goes back to zero. The odometer is still counting the miles, but it makes it hard to judge highway speed. Is this a difficult fix?
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Re: 2005 Yukon XL Speedometer [dtiger71202]
by pehowski
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Jan 16, 2008 (8:21 am)
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Replying to: dtiger71202 (Dec 03, 2007 2:14 pm)
This has been a recall on 2003 and 2004 for the same problem GMC is saying that it is not happening on 2005. However this just happen to my Yukon 2005 last month the repair cost is $644.00 but would be covered if I were a 2003 or 2004. Customer service said that if they extend it to 2005 I will be refunded. We need more people with this problem to call. To get refunds.
GMC customer service numeber is 800-462-8728.
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Re: 2005 Yukon XL Speedometer [dtiger71202]
by hogislander
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Jan 16, 2008 (6:18 pm)
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Replying to: dtiger71202 (Dec 03, 2007 2:14 pm)
I had the exact same problem with the speedometer on my 2003 Tahoe. Since I have over 120K miles on it, I'm well outside of the extended warranty offer that GM has provided up to 70K miles. When I contacted the dealer, they wanted over $500 to fix the issue. The frustrating part is that according to the service manager at my dealership, this is a "very common issue" and the only way to fix it is to replace the entire instrument cluster panel. Naturally, I was pretty ticked off that this "common problem" was going to cost me a bunch of money and GM once again did not want to stand behind their product.
After some research on the net, I found that if you are comfortable with a basic removal of the instrument cluster panel (remove 1 piece of trim and 4 screws) and basic soldering, you can fix the problem for roughly $10. The problem is a faulty stepper motor which essentially controls the movement of the speedometer needle (and the other needles on your instrument cluster). It can be easily replaced.
I ordered the motor on eBay from a seller named "mandigital". I even called him at the phone number provided in the eBay listing to ensure that this would work and that I could, in fact, do the repair. I'm pretty sure even if you're not comfortable doing the repair, he will do it for you for a minimal charge.
Here's a link to the part: eBay Stepper Motor
I HIGHLY recommend giving this a shot before forking over the $$$ to GM to replace an entire panel where there is only a small single faulty part.
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Re: 2005 Yukon XL Speedometer [dtiger71202]
by seagirtnewfs
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Jan 26, 2008 (5:35 am)
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Replying to: dtiger71202 (Dec 03, 2007 2:14 pm)
I own a 2004 Yukon XL Denali, and I as well have problems with my speedomoter. I have only owned it since March as we bought it used. I was in love with it and I take it to a GM Dealership everytime I need an oil change or need any work done on it. I don't scrimp on the service but my Yukon is having the same problem with the speedometer. I noticed it just being slightly off.. then it got worse and not it just hangs there pointing at the bottom. I went to the GM Dealership, not where it was bought, but the place I go all the time and they went through paperwork and checked on their computers and said yes there is a problem noted but becuase of my kilometers they could not help me. If this is a recall, kilometers should not matter. If the thing does not work and they know about it, they should fix it. Will calling GMC make any difference? I guess if there are enough people it will.. can I be lucky enough? I doubt it!!
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Re: 2005 Yukon XL Speedometer [dtiger71202]
by brandi99
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Jan 31, 2008 (3:03 pm)
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Replying to: dtiger71202 (Dec 03, 2007 2:14 pm)
Hello! I also have a 2005 Yukon with the same speedometer problems, however mine does not stay stuck on a specific number it is all over the place. I purchased my pre-owned Yukon in November 2007. I took my car to the dealership where I bought it (Chevrolet) and was told this was a recall and they ordered a part. Well today when I took it in for repair, they called to advise me it was not a recall on the 05 model but only the 03 & 04 models. After exhausting every possible scenario I could to keep from paying the $450.00 charge, nothing worked. I have extended warranty insurance through Mercury Insurance Group but the Chevolet dealership will not accept it since I did not purchase it directly from them. URGH
Anyway I called the 1-800 GMC number and made a claim. The lady that I spoke with is going to call the Chevrolet dealership to get the specific diagnosis. She said that she would try to get the repair approved under their (GMC) expense. I am not holding my breath that GMC will actually foot the bill for this, but if they do I will post back and let you know. Maybe enough people have notified them of this problem that they are considering a recall. I could only wish.
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Re: 2005 Yukon XL Speedometer [brandi99]
by ryan19
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Feb 04, 2008 (11:10 am)
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Replying to: brandi99 (Jan 31, 2008 3:03 pm)
I'm having that same problem and was wondering how yours turned out.
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Speedometer
by loneeye
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Feb 25, 2008 (6:33 pm)
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I just purchased a Denali XL and experienced the weird speedometer readings. The next day after starting up it worked fine. Filed claim with G.M.C. and was put on list if recall occurs. They said there are not enough claims to recall the speedometer.
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Re: 2005 Yukon XL Speedometer [dtiger71202]
by heatmiser2
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Apr 28, 2008 (9:22 pm)
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Replying to: dtiger71202 (Dec 03, 2007 2:14 pm)
I just purchased an 04 Denali XL with 97000 miles on it. The speedometer was stuck at 90mph. I took it to my local dealership here in Seattle for my 90k tune up and asked about the speedometer. He said there was only coverage to 70k miles, but would ask his boss if they could do it for free seeing as I was spending about a grand on the tune up. He later called me and told me they would fix it for free. Maybe it pays to wait for a scheduled tuneup to fix it.
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Re: 2005 Yukon XL Speedometer [dtiger71202]
by ced7
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Nov 02, 2008 (9:48 am)
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Replying to: dtiger71202 (Dec 03, 2007 2:14 pm)
My wife "caught" the same problem last night on her 2005. The speedometer is at 35 mph when sitting still and the odometer is working right. I had the very same issue on my 2004 Sierra last year. I had it fixed at the dealer out of my own pocket. A few months after this I got a recall notice about the issue and was refunded for my expenses. I guess we will pursue the fix and hope there is a recall on this for the 2005. Would like to know if there are any updates out there. My Siearra is working fine.
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Another GMC Yukon 2005 Speedometer issue.
by tiwsa
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Feb 01, 2009 (10:01 am)
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My wife just called me and she said that her yukon's (yukon xl 2005) is stuck at 120 MPH. The odometer is still updating and appeared to be working. Any news if this issue is now a bonafide recall? Thanks..
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