2010 GMC Denali Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 31, 2020 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Denali years
Not enough data 9th of 14 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 GMC Denali. That ranks 9th out of 14 Denali model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (4 complaints, 80%), typically at around 93,663 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2010 GMC Denali problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Unknown or Other4 · ~93,663 mi
Air Bags1 · ~96,000 mi
Structure1 · ~75,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Unknown or Other480%93,663——
Air Bags120%96,000——
Structure120%75,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2017, with 3 complaints
2017: 3201732018: 1201812020: 120201

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2010 GMC Denali recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2010 GMC Denali.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Dash has cracked in a garage kept denali. It is unsightly and should not have happened.

Unknown or Other · received Jul 31, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11342474

The dashboard has cracked in two places. The vehicle is garage kept when not in use. I am concerned that dashboard pieces may injure the driver or passengers during a vehicle accident.

Unknown or Other · received Oct 1, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11132673

While the vehicle was stationary, the dash cracked. The dash has cracked in front of the front passenger seat and the crack goes into the airbag section. As i drive, the whole dashboard bounces up and down as it is now unstable. This is is a known problem that many other drivers have reported…

Air Bags · received Aug 28, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11020166

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 gmc denali. The contact stated that the dashboard cracked where the air bag was located. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer, but it was not diagnosed or repaired because it was out of warranty and not included in a recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The…

Structure · received May 1, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 10981661

Dashboard cracking along the console and around the airbag. Seems to be a defect flaw in the prodct used for the dashboard

Unknown or Other · received Apr 2, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 10969968

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2010 GMC Denali?

Owners most often report unknown or other, air bags, structure problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2010 GMC Denali?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2010 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 2010 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.