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2019 GMC Sierra Denali problems

The most common problem on the 2019 GMC Sierra Denali is brakes, typically around 4,500 miles. It has 2.0 times the complaints of a typical Sierra Denali model year.

Typical year2.0x the typical complaints
Year score
50/100
Owner complaints
26
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
6481 warranty
Worst area
Brakes

The worst 2019 GMC Sierra Denali problems

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

Problems by type

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  • Brakes
    8
  • Steering
    7
  • Driver assistance
    6
  • Electrical
    5
  • Engine
    5
  • Transmission
    4
  • Lights
    2
  • Body
    1
  • Tires
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Specific symptoms reported on the 2019 GMC Sierra Denali

Check engine light 7ABS 5

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 2019 GMC Sierra Denali 648

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

See all 648 bulletins for the 2019 GMC Sierra Denali

What 2019 GMC Sierra Denali owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 26, 2024 · Engine · 77,000 miles · UT

The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra Denali. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, a "Turn off engine, No oil pressure" message appeared and was accompanied by a warning chime alert. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road and turned off. The contact then observed condensation leaking under the front of the vehicle and condensation in the street leading to the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine oil cooler line detached and the engine oil cooler lines needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact to have the federal safety agency add his vehicle added to an unknown recall. The failure mileage was 77,000.

Filed May 3, 2023 · Driver assistance · 9,000 miles · OH

The contact's husband owns a 2019 GMC 1500 Denali. The contact stated that the rear camera failed to operate as intended while engaged and attempting to park the vehicle. The contact added that while shifted to reverse, the camera screen remained completely black. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the rear window and control panel needed to be replaced due to a leak originating from the rear window. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 9,000.

Filed Oct 17, 2022 · Tires · TN

The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra LD equipped with 22” GMC tires but the spare tires are 17”. The contact stated that General Motors (GM) was recalling certain 2019-2021 GMC Sierra 1500 and Silverado 1500 vehicles equipped with certain accessory road tires and a 17" spare tire. The 17" spare tire provided with the vehicle was not compatible for use with the accessory wheels, which can cause the anti-lock brake system (ABS) to not function properly under certain conditions. As a result, the contact was concerned that the ABS could potentially fail on his vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the concern and the contact was advised to call the federal safety agency Hotline. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Filed Jul 20, 2022 · Transmission · 91,000 miles · IA

The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra Denali. The contact stated while parking the vehicle, the vehicle inadvertently stalled without warning. The contact attempted several times to restart the vehicle however, the vehicle would not restart. The contact attempted to jump start the vehicle and the failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the starter was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced due to metal shavings in the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered to partially pay for the repair. The contact stated that he believed that the vehicle was not repaired correctly under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 20V650000 (Power Train). The failure mileage was 91,000.

Filed Sep 18, 2020 · Visibility · 1,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2019 gmc sierra denali. The contact stated that upon purchase of the vehicle, water began to leak into the vehicle through the windshield. The contact took the vehicle to fahrney buick gmc (3105 highland ave, selma, ca 93662) where they had to order a certain part to repair vehicle which was still pending. Due to the failure, the contact stated that mold had developed on the ceiling near the sun roof of the vehicle. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was 1,000.

Filed Apr 27, 2020 · Lights · 12,000 miles · IN

Hid headlights flicker/shake when driving over any size bump, or when you close the vehicle door.

Filed Apr 21, 2020 · 9,500 miles · GA · 1 injury

While truck was parked (engine was not running at all), I used the key fab remote to unlock the truck and then open the tailgate. At this time, the tailgate slammed open (very forcefully and quickly) and hit my son in the chest. This has also happened while the truck was running and in park. At that time, I (the driver) pushed the button on the center dash to open the tailgate so that my young son could put his baseball gear in the bed of the truck. Again, the tailgate opened very quickly and abruptly, slammed open, and the heavy tailgate hit him in his body. The tailgate is supposed to open slowly and gradually, not slam open. Thankfully, my son was not seriously injured. The remote control, slow opening tailgate was one of the selling features of the truck, and now the tailgate is dangerous to use at all, especially when children are around.

Filed Feb 25, 2020 · Engine · 1,000 miles · TX

I received a recall notice may 2019 from maryann l. Combs, vice president global vehicle safety. The local dealership said parts were not available at that time. A few months later, still not available and today, february 25,2020 they are still not available and it seems they may never be available to vehicles in the "southern" states. My truck travels to mn, mt, nd on a regular basis and the problem in question needs to be fixed to keep the engine warm at below zero temperatures. The federal safety agency campaign id number is 19v328 and recall number was n182206311. Per the letter from ms. Combs use of the current engine block heater cable could result in an engine fire.

Filed Feb 19, 2020 · Brakes, Steering · 10,366 miles · PA

The first issue is a bluetooth issue. The phone volume goes silent when I get in my vehicle. If I connect to car play, it works. I have missed important calls due to this issue. This started in july of 2019 and its not fixed yet. Gm says it apple. Apple says its gm I do not care just fix it. Second see below images. You know the issue. This happened to me 3 times. It started 12-05-2019. Then again 12-26-19 . Serviced . 1-4-2020 again. 1-18 20 again and to shop until 1-23-2020. This took a lot of my time talking with my dealer. I understand I am one of many, but I didn't spend over $66,000 to buy, lease this vehicle to have to waste my time. This cost me time, money and honestly every time I start the truck I wonder if it will reappear. I received 2 calls fro representatives, gianna and michelle. I called back 3 times, left voicemail and have heard nothing. At this point, I am requesting for gm to end my lease and I give you this truck back .

Filed Feb 14, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 26,000 miles · TN

Engine light keeps coming on take it to the dealer I guess they reset it and now this is the 3rd time it's now back on, back up camera goes out from time to time,

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Questions about the 2019 GMC Sierra Denali

Is the 2019 GMC Sierra Denali reliable?

Owners have filed 26 complaints about the 2019 GMC Sierra Denali, 2.0 times a typical Sierra Denali model year.

What is the 2019 GMC Sierra Denali year score?

The 2019 GMC Sierra Denali scores 50 out of 100 (below average). 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 2019 GMC Sierra Denali?

Brakes, with 8 complaints, typically around 4,500 miles. Next is steering (7).

How many recalls does the 2019 GMC Sierra Denali have?

No recalls on record.

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