This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the speedometer needle appears to be inaccurate. Dealer should advise the customer the specification for speedometer needle accuracy is +/- 2 MPH at any given speed when looking straight at the needle.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2007 GMC Yukon cruise control problems
moderate 14 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $600 · see cruise control across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
14
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$600
When does it fail?
Of the 14 cruise control complaints filed for the 2007 GMC Yukon, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Of the 8 model years of GMC Yukon we track for cruise control problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 14.
No new NHTSA cruise control complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 11 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering cruise control on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on or reduced engine power message. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P2120, P2122, P2123, P2125, P2127, P2128, and/or P2138. Technician will need to inspect the Accelerator Pedal Position circuits for poor terminal tension.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have Diagnostic Trouble Code B2555 may be found in a Driver and/or Passenger Door Module. Technician should ignore the Diagnostic Trouble Code if set in a driver door module and/or Passenger Door Module on a vehicles not equipped with front door panel courtesy lights.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an instrument panel backlighting flashes, flickers or inoperative, unwanted horn activation, radio controls inoperative or unwanted activation, OnStar unwanted activation, and cruise control inoperative. Technician should inspect for a short to ground on the steering wheel near the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint coil connector X2 and make necessary repairs to any shorted circuits and then position the wiring.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Cruise Control Inoperative.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners describe a dominant pattern: StabiliTrack or traction control warnings paired with sudden engine power loss while driving at normal speeds. One owner experienced this roughly 30 times since March; another had at least 25 recurrences despite dealer repair. Vehicle speed drops to 20 mph or below, forcing pulls to the shoulder. Several owners report rough idle, white exhaust smoke, and transmission hesitation after restart. Diagnostic codes P2138 and P0102 appear in one complaint. Dealers have replaced throttle bodies, vacuum hoses, and stabilitrack assemblies—one owner paid $300 for a pedal sensor—but the problem persists for multiple owners.
A second safety concern emerges: unintended acceleration with brake pedal pressed. Two owners report the vehicle lunging forward at traffic lights despite foot on brake; RPM gauges show acceleration despite driver input. One owner also reports adjustable pedals detaching from their mechanism while driving, eliminating acceleration and braking capability mid-trip.
Cruise control either fails entirely, works only at specific road elevations, or responds sluggishly when you press the accelerator. One owner's system malfunctioned at just 3,500 miles. Dealers and the manufacturer have declined to treat these as safety defects.
Failure modes owners describe
Stability/Traction Control triggering with engine power loss
StabiliTrack, traction control, or ESC warning illuminates while driving, causing sudden engine power reduction or loss. Vehicle may slow to 20 mph or below, require restart, or drop into limp mode. Occurs at highway speeds or during normal driving.
When: At various speeds (15–60 mph); mileage range 3,500–150,000; multiple occurrences (reported up to 30+ times for one owner)
Symptoms owners cite: StabiliTrack/traction control/ESC warning lights illuminate; Engine power reduced message appears; Complete loss of engine power or inability to accelerate; Vehicle slows below 20 mph or enters limp mode; Rough idle after restart; White smoke from exhaust; Flashing check engine light; Hesitation on acceleration or takeoff; Transmission engagement issues (thump from rear)
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers replaced throttle body, vacuum hose, and stabilitrack assembly; one owner reported ~$300 sensor replacement behind gas pedal
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: GM stated nothing could be done and it was not a safety defect; no recall issued despite multiple complaints
Unintended acceleration—vehicle moves forward with foot on brake
Vehicle accelerates forward even when brake pedal is pressed, sometimes upon startup. Occurs at traffic lights or stops. RPM gauge rises as if vehicle is accelerating despite driver input.
When: At traffic lights and stops; one occurrence reported on startup
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle accelerates forward while brake pedal is pressed; Jumping/jerking motion forward; RPM gauge shows acceleration despite foot on brake; Near-miss collisions with other vehicles
Repairs/costs cited: One mechanic suggested throttle system failure; no repairs documented in narratives
Cruise control malfunction—fails to hold speed or works only at certain elevations
Cruise control feature becomes inoperative or only functions during mid-level road elevations. Vehicle may accelerate on its own when cruise is engaged.
When: Occurred early in vehicle ownership (at 3,500 miles; current mileage 15,000)
Symptoms owners cite: Cruise control does not work at all or works only at certain road elevations; Vehicle accelerates on its own while cruise control engaged; Near crashes due to uncontrolled acceleration
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer and manufacturer stated nothing could be done and it was not a safety defect
Adjustable gas and brake pedals becoming loose or detaching
Gas and brake pedal mechanisms come undone or pedals fall off the adjustable mechanism while driving, rendering pedals inoperable until reattached.
When: While driving; vehicle has been garage-kept and professionally maintained
Symptoms owners cite: Gas pedal becomes loose or detaches from mechanism; Brake pedal becomes loose or detaches from mechanism; Loss of ability to accelerate or brake while driving
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Company was contacted; owner reported no follow-up response after one month
Cruise control delayed response to accelerator input
When pressing accelerator pedal at constant cruise speeds, vehicle does not accelerate immediately; takes several seconds to respond.
When: During constant-speed cruise operation
Symptoms owners cite: Delayed acceleration response when pressing gas pedal; Lag of several seconds before vehicle accelerates
Synthesized from 14 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
I took my daughter to volleyball practice and when I stopped at a red light the car was accelerating even though I had my foot on the brake pedal and it moved on a jumping mode to the front. I got so scared. The car moved forward we could have been involved on an accident on an intersection or hit the car in front of us. As that happened I noticed in dashboard the rmp counter was moving up as if…
Had cruise control trouble with your 2007 GMC Yukon?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2007 GMC Yukon?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 14 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $600 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Across the 14 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most cruise control failures cluster between 72,105 and 120,000 miles, with the median around 100,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 72,105; a quarter make it past 120,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to cruise control?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/GMC/Yukon.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.