GMC Yukon Denali years to avoid
More than twice the Yukon Denali's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best GMC Yukon Denali years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
GMC Yukon Denali complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common GMC Yukon Denali problems
All model years combined.
- Airbags176
- Electrical158
- Brakes115
- Body113
- Engine72
- Lights61
- Driver assistance49
- Transmission46
- Fuel system29
- Locks24
- Steering21
- Suspension20
GMC Yukon Denali problems year by year
Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.
| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 95 | 3 | Engine | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2018 | 95 | 2 | Airbags | 0 | 1 | ||
| 2017 | 91 | 12 | Brakes | 41,100 | 0 | 0 | Fewest complaints |
| 2016 | 88 | 18 | Lights | 58,000 | 0 | 1 | Fewest complaints |
| 2015 | 58 | 73 | Lights | 58,000 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2013 | 83 | 29 | Airbags | 58,000 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2012 | 84 | 28 | Airbags | 62,000 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2011 | 48 | 96 | Airbags | 75,000 | 0 | 0 | Avoid |
| 2010 | 70 | 53 | Airbags | 79,000 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2009 | 75 | 46 | Airbags | 78,000 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2008 | 67 | 58 | Airbags | 70,000 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2007 | 36 | 120 | Airbags | 90,000 | 0 | 4 | Avoid |
| 2006 | 80 | 21 | Engine | 77,000 | 0 | 2 | Fewest complaints |
| 2005 | 73 | 49 | Electrical | 80,000 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2004 | 41 | 109 | Electrical | 74,000 | 0 | 5 | Avoid |
| 2003 | 58 | 72 | Electrical | 96,851 | 0 | 6 | |
| 2002 | 80 | 29 | Brakes | 89,740 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2001 | 80 | 35 | Brakes | 97,000 | 1 | 2 | |
| 2000 | - | 18 | Brakes | 98,000 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1999 | - | 27 | Brakes | 110,000 | 0 | 2 |
Recalls 1
GMC Yukon Denali warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the GMC Yukon Denali
What years of the GMC Yukon Denali should you avoid?
2004, 2007 and 2011. Each has more than twice the GMC Yukon Denali's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2007 alone has 120, mostly about airbags and body.
What is the best year for a used GMC Yukon Denali?
2017, 2016 and 2006 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (12, 18 and 21).
What is the most common problem with the GMC Yukon Denali?
Airbags, with 176 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (158) and brakes (115).
How many recalls does the GMC Yukon Denali have?
1 recall between 1999 and 2019. The 2001 model year has the most, with 1.
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