Just had my third row stolen in dallas

[gooffeyguy]

problem...... If no legal proof of ownership attached to seats.... ( engraved SS number or driver's license )

No one will touch it. It's probably a loss... unfortunately..

Not enough value to loss for the expense of fingerprinting rear door lock, etc.

Unless you have dashcam footage from an interior or rear mounted camera of the person breaking in and taking them

2001 Yukon SLT
2012 Yukon Denali XL
2011 Yukon Denali RIP 5/20/18

 

[ivin74]

Here is an picture

View attachment 226759

I had no idea it was that simple to break into these suvs, I'm going to add a sensor the the hatch now.

 

[swathdiver]

hmm, news to me on the sensors, I was reading about how the security systems were on the newer 2016+ trucks and that was the only time I saw a mention of there being any added sensors or options, where did you get this info?

I pulled up those links but I've seen it for years. I also have the part numbers to add them to my truck but might go your route with the Viper. Those links are from GM.

 

[mountie]

I had no idea it was that simple to break into these suvs, I'm going to add a sensor the the hatch now.

I never imagined the rear was not part of an alarm system.... How stupid is that??

Is it because the glass hatch does not turn on a dome light? ( setting off alarm?)

 

[Rocket Man]

Let me rephrase that, it might be fun to pick up an ESV and let my kids and future sons-in-laws swap over all those parts while the old man watches from his rocker!

That’s what I thought you meant....

 

[Warriorpluto]

What year is your Esky? I think the glass and interior motion sensor and tow sensors were added in sometime in 2010-2012 along with different glass and a locking steering column.

Sure hope the police bring them to justice.

Did I read right that you attempted to meet with the thief? He probably spotted you first doing counter-surveillance and took off.

It's an 07. I was reading up on the dei modules. I just ordered the shock sensor and motion sensor. I also locked down my extra set with heavy duty cable lock on the front of the seats and waiting on the guardian lock to come to lock the rear of the seats. I just don't like the glass being popped open so easily. I like to keep stuff in my vehicle at times. I'm going to sell this one to an overseas market and get an 2015+. Atleast the seats are bolted down on those. I have two active gps systems just in case someone wants to tow it away to strip. I was on iaai last night looking for a newer yukon and seen in the Dallas area someone stripped the whole left side of an 2015 Yukon. I'm guessing to replace parts on a wrecked one. They took driver headlight, driver fender, driver front door and driver rear door as well as the driver tail light. That's all they took. Seems to be a big problem in Texas

 

[Warriorpluto]

This is the one

https://www.iaai.com/Vehicle?itemID=32249158&RowNumber=63&loadRecent=True

 

[Rocket Man]

If you want to keep “stuff” in your vehicle it WILL be broken into no matter what alarm you have. It takes a second to use a spring loaded popper on a window and before you can even think about it they grab it and they’re gone. I noticed in your original post you had tablets inside, and that last post you mentioned keeping stuff inside. That’s what gets noticed and brings attention to your vehicle in the first place.

 

[gooffeyguy]

Blacked out windows help also, makes it harder to see inside

2001 Yukon SLT
2012 Yukon Denali XL
2011 Yukon Denali RIP 5/20/18

 

[09Tahoe4Now]

1. Whether the seats were Escalade, Tahoe, Yukon or Suburban a theft occurred. A forum member suffered a loss and we’re nick picking his posts to death.

2. We don’t go into a situation looking to become a victim when trying to enjoy some family time. Whether it’s a staycation at a local theme park, trip to another city for a quick getaway or a family multi-state getaway. The focus is often on family, fun and creating good memories.

3. We shouldn’t further make the victim more of a victim by pointing out where “they could have decreased the chance of being a victim or perhaps they brought it on themselves”. It’s like telling a **** victim “hey, if you hadn’t worn makeup you wouldn’t have drawn attention to yourself”. I know that’s extreme.

4. Yes, we should always try to work on securing our vehicles, personal belongings, locks on our wheels, alarms, seats, tint as dark as laws will permit—as dark as we can safely operate individually our vehicles and the list goes on....BUT when do we say “enough is enough”! When do we place the blame and accountability on the thieves? We spend so much more money on security that could be better spent but we’re playing defense on the chance of becoming victims.

5. It’s not good to have valuables showing in plain sight but this wasn’t what the thief was after in this post. They were after the seats and were successful. Now, as a forum we come together to learn and share, to build on our knowledge base and perhaps deter or prevent at least one more theft from occurring. If at least one person is helped from the negative experience of the OP it’s a win.

6. I know that I have learned a lot from the OP’s experience. I wasn’t aware of the rear hatch not associated with the alarm setup. I wasn’t aware of the ease of popping the rear hatch either. So, I will be taking steps to prevent/decrease a thief from slipping into my Tahoe and stealing my speaker box, amp, etc. so, I’m thankful for the OP posting his experience and the many replies. Definitely won’t be placing a third row seat anytime soon unless absolutely needed. I don’t want to tempt an opportunistic predator who finds it easier stealing from others and reselling.

Thanks everyone.