2013 GMC Denali Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 28, 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 2013 GMC Denali. That ranks 9th out of 14 Denali model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (3 complaints, 60%), typically at around 18,311 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 2013 GMC Denali problems

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

Air Bags3 · ~18,311 mi
Unknown or Other3 · ~18,311 mi
Electrical System1 · ~50,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags360%18,311——
Unknown or Other360%18,311——
Electrical System120%50,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2018, with 2 complaints
2017: 1201712018: 2201822020: 220202

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2013 GMC Denali recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2013 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.

Dash is cracked in several places. Main concern is around airbags. I have used windshield cover to protect from an damage since it was new.

Air Bags · received Nov 28, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11376802

Dash board on my gmc truck is cracked in three places. One of the places is a corner on the dash that encases the airbag. I have religiously covered the dash since day one, because i had a similar problem on my 2007 sierra. Dash cracked in one place. Dealer replaced it for free.

Air Bags · received Jan 12, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11298822

The dashboard has cracked by the airbag and by the instrument panel in three different locations!! Ugh!! Get a denali they said!! Luxury they said!!

Unknown or Other · received May 25, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11098017

Around 50k the side detection warning system and park assist quit working. Upon taking it in for repairs we find that this is a major problem for this vehicle, and replacement parts are at a shortage..due to high volume of repairs. We called gm customer care and they state there is no recall and…

Electrical System · received Apr 26, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11090248

Dashbord separating down the center. When the vehicle is in motion, the dashboard flaps. This is a default issue with the company. Also, crack on the left side passenger airbag. This is a serious safety concern. If the airbag deploys the entire dashboard with dismantle causing serious bodily harm.

Air Bags · received May 18, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 10986344

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 GMC Denali?

Owners most often report air bags, unknown or other, electrical system problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2013 GMC Denali?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2013 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 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.