1. Dashboard cracked / cracking above instrument panel. 2. Dashboard crack / cracking top left corner of airbag. A. Dashboard crack is about 6 inches long b. Dashboard crack near airbag is 1 and a half inch long.
The worst 2001 GMC Denali problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Brakes6
- Transmission5
- Engine3
- Fuel system3
- Steering3
- Airbags2
- Electrical2
- Body1
- Lights1
- Seat belts1
- Seats1
- Suspension1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2001 GMC Denali
Recalls 1
Seats: front assembly: head restraint
- What is wrong
- On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with rearward folding head restraints on the second row seats, two potential pinch points exist on each of the folding head restraints when the restraints are folded rearward as the seatback is folded down.
- Risk
- If a person were to insert their finger(s) into the pinch point when the head restraint folds, it could trap and pinch the finger(s) causing injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install protective covers over the pinch points. Owner notification began november 8, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑222‑1020, gmc at 1‑800‑462‑8782, or cadillac at 1‑800‑458‑8006.
Recall number 02V253000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Parking brake failure
Odi's review of complaint data received since the close of ea04-011 revealed no indication that the investigation should be re-opened.more details can be found in the federal register notice enclosed in the dp05-009 public file.odi reserves the right to reopen the investigation in the future should conditions warrant.
DP05009
Technical service bulletins for the 2001 GMC Denali 92
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles
- GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities
- This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves...
- This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as...
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS)...
- This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake...
- This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil...
- This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License...
- This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
What 2001 GMC Denali owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Rear-ended while at a complete stop for a red light. High impact; my head hit the steering wheel then the driver side panel. My airbag did not deploy. My door was pried open by a pedestrian who checked me and asked if I knew what happened and was I okay. I opened the door, struggled out and tried to stand up to see what had hit me; my legs wouldn't hold and I leaned against my vehicle and called 911. I looked around and at the vehicles behind me, some were smoking and everyone was in a general state of shock and panic. There seemed to be numerous vehicles involved in the crash. The ambulance came, took me away and a police officer came to my bedside to let me know the sketchy details that he'd learned from the other victims and witnesses. My vehicle was totaled. Subsequent mris showed that I have multiple bulging discs in my neck and lower back, some of which are pressing on nerves and causing pain in my neck, shoulders, back, calves, ankles and arms.
Tried to stop at red light ,and the brake pedal went all the way down I had to jump the curb not to hit another car. My husband came and looked at the truck and saw the brake lines were rusted through and fluid was coming out. He put a whole can of brake fluid in so that I could move the truck down the street to a service center. Again the repair man said all the brake lines are rusted out. We repaired one a summer ago with the same issue.
Brake line ruptured while driving in the mall parking lot - pedal went straight to the floor, thankfully still had some (tiny) brake left to stop. Looked under the truck and saw brake fluid dripping underneath. All brake lines look completely rusted out making the vehicle undrivable.
We have noticed that our cars anti-lock brakes activate when we get to a low speed of about 5 MPH, causing our stopping distance to be increased, which almost caused us to rear-end another car. We bought the car used about 3 months ago and noticed this problem on thanksgiving of this year. There is a recall for this problem through the federal safety agency campaign id number: 05v379000. We called gmc hotline and they say it isn't covered by the recall. I see the recall has been revised several times already. Can anything be done before an accident does occur?
2001 gmc yukon denali with 82,133 miles. The liftgate glass loosen it from his door hinges.
My wife was impacted on the right front section of her 2001 gmc denali by a hit-and-run motorist. The collision occurred in the east bound 22fwy in orange county california. The airbags did not deploy. The impact speed was more than 50mph. The airbags should have deployed - opinion from aaa insurance and auto mechanics that repaired the car. My wife had to attend a chiropractor for over a month to adjust her spinal chord. Up to this day she has back pain.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 gmc denali. While making turns at less than 5 MPH, the engine makes a rumbling noise and the vehicle stalls. The dealer stated that there were no recalls for the vehicle; however, the contact has found complaints for her vehicle regarding the same failure. The dealer also stated that they would diagnose the vehicle at $96 per hour. The contact would have to pay for the repairs. The vehicle is currently parked at her residence. The failure mileage was 70,000 and current mileage was 85,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 gmc denali. Everytime the vehicle undergoes a routine oil change, the contact has to place an excessive amount of oil back in the engine shortly afterwards. In addition, the battery terminal cables sporadically loosen and cause the alternator to fail. Thirdly, while driving at various speeds, the 4 wheel drive spontaneously engages. Lastly, the vehicle idles roughly when it is started. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on numerous occasions, but they could not correct the failure. The contact has copies of the vehicle's service history. The failure mileage was 90,000 and current mileage was 163,000.
Parking brake never works. Had complete system replaced at dealership 3 years ago. Did not improve the stopping capabilities. Other individuals with the same vehicle identify have explained that this is a problem they also experience. I am afraid that there is no backup brake system in the event of a primary brake system failure.
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Questions about the 2001 GMC Denali
Is the 2001 GMC Denali reliable?
Owners have filed 22 complaints about the 2001 GMC Denali, 3.7 times a typical Denali model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 GMC Denali?
Brakes, with 6 complaints, typically around 94,000 miles. Next is transmission (5).
How many recalls does the 2001 GMC Denali have?
1 recall, covering seats.
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