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2009 GMC Sierra Denali problems

The most common problem on the 2009 GMC Sierra Denali is airbags. It has fewer complaints than a typical Sierra Denali model year.

Fewer complaintsAmong the best years of this model
Year score
85/100
Owner complaints
7
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
1,253
Worst area
Airbags

The worst 2009 GMC Sierra Denali problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Airbags
    2
  • Body
    2
  • Fuel system
    1

Problems by type

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  • Airbags
    2
  • Body
    2
  • Fuel system
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 2009 GMC Sierra Denali 1,253

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 1,253 bulletins for the 2009 GMC Sierra Denali

What 2009 GMC Sierra Denali owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 25, 2021 · NC

Dashboard has cracked right in the middle. Happened overnight.

Filed Apr 30, 2019 · Body · MA

Severely cracked oem dashboard. If the airbags go off I'm very afraid of catching plastic shards in my face.

Filed Oct 16, 2018 · MD

The dashboard is cracking across from the drivers side all the way to the passenger side air bag.

Filed Feb 12, 2018 · Airbags · ID

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2009 gmc sierra denali. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v381000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Kendall auto mall (15700 idaho center blvd, nampa, id) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not notified and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Aug 18, 2017 · Fuel system · 73,493 miles · MA

My vehicle experienced a faulty fuel control module failure per the gm recall bulletin 14515b for pn 20759945, while I was driving on 8-16-17. The vehicle check engine light came on and the engine stopped running while in motion. No injuries or accident accorded at the time, but we were stranded on the side of the road. According to the recall bulletin, this recall was VIN specific and my vehicle's VIN was not a part of this recall. I believe that per page 3 of the recall document, my vehicle should be covered under this recall as I had to replace this exact defective part in my vehicle as outlined in the recall notice. I have registered a complaint with gmc under service case # [xxx] today and was directed by customer service department ([xxx] ext. [xxx]) to contact this agency to request that my vehicle be included as part of this recall as the specific pn that was under this recall was found to be defective and had to be replaced. Attached is the actual recall bulletin 14515b, highlighted with affected recall pn, my vehicle make, model and year as well as a copy of the repair invoice from the gm dealer that I paid $596.18 for an item that should have been covered under this recall. As a long time gm customer, I would appreciate any assistance your agency could/would provide on my behalf. Respectfully [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jan 18, 2016 · 100,000 miles · TX

The dashboard has substantial cracking. The vehicle has been garage kept and has not had any chemicals used to clean the dashboard since it was purchased new. I'm worried about the effectiveness of the airbags if they were to come into contact with the sharp plastic edges of the cracks when they deploy. I'm also concerned about broken plastic pieces becoming airborne in the cab in the event of an accident, as I usually have my 3 young children in the back seat.

Filed Jul 7, 2014 · Airbags, Body · 94,000 miles · LA

The dash is cracked in the airbag area and I am concerned about it flying off and possibly causing an injury in the event of an airbag deployment.

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Questions about the 2009 GMC Sierra Denali

Is the 2009 GMC Sierra Denali reliable?

Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2009 GMC Sierra Denali, fewer than a typical Sierra Denali model year.

What is the 2009 GMC Sierra Denali year score?

The 2009 GMC Sierra Denali scores 85 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the GMC Sierra Denali: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2009 GMC Sierra Denali?

Airbags, with 2 complaints. Next is body (2).

How many recalls does the 2009 GMC Sierra Denali have?

No recalls on record.

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