2009 GMC Denali Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Denali years
- Not enough data 14th of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 GMC Denali. That ranks 14th out of 14 Denali model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 50%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 GMC Denali problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 50% | 140,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 GMC Denali recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2009 GMC Denali.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Takata recall. We have repeatedly requested that the dealership replace the airbags but we are unable to get a replacement. What is the process for demanding a loaner vehicle until our suv can be repaired? Thanks!
Dash has two cracks in it that lead to the passenger air bag
Other GMC Denali years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Denali | 18 | 0 |
| 2014 Denali | 5 | 0 |
| 2013 Denali | 5 | 0 |
| 2012 Denali | 6 | 0 |
| 2011 Denali | 11 | 0 |
| 2010 Denali | 5 | 0 |
| 2009 | 2 | 0 |
| 2008 Denali | 4 | 0 |
| 2007 Denali | 3 | 0 |
| 2003 Denali | 32 | 0 |
| 2002 Denali | 23 | 1 |
| 2001 Denali | 22 | 1 |
| 2000 Denali | 21 | 1 |
| 1999 Denali | 14 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 GMC Denali?
Owners most often report air bags, unknown or other problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2009 GMC Denali?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2009 GMC Denali a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Denali model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.