2010 GMC Sierra Denali Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 22, 2020 · 10 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Sierra Denali years
Fewer complaints than other years 12th of 18 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 GMC Sierra Denali. That ranks 12th out of 18 Sierra Denali model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (4 complaints, 40%), typically at around 25,000 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 Sierra Denali problems

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

Structure4 · ~25,000 mi
Unknown or Other4 · ~73,750 mi
Air Bags2 · ~40,750 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)1 · ~45,284 mi
Seats1 · ~25,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Structure440%25,000——
Unknown or Other440%73,750——
Air Bags220%40,750——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)110%45,284——
Seats110%25,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2014, with 3 complaints
2014: 3201432015: 3201532016: 1201612019: 1201912020: 220202

n = 10 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2010 GMC Sierra Denali recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2010 GMC Sierra 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 board cracking several places

Structure · received Nov 22, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11375797

When if ever is nhtsa going to do something about the defective airbags?? I've been waiting for you and gm for 7 years now, to get something done. It's been long enough to do something about it. I live in a state where we get 60 plus inches of rain every year. And that's one of the reasons they…

Air Bags · received Nov 2, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11372746

Dash cracking at pass airbag ( safety issues ) and numerous cracks on instrument cluster portion of dash... Multiple exact problems and a lawsuit dated jan 2018. Gm needs to replace all these dashboards.

Air Bags · received Feb 9, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11175854

The dashboard of 2010 gmc sierra denali is cracking around the passenger air bag, and above the instrument cluster. The reason behind this is unknown to me. I rarely drive my truck, and have not been in any collisions. The cracks continue to grow due to the stress on the dash while driving (i.e…

Unknown or Other · received Apr 12, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10855165

2010 sierra denali with 53k. 1st dash crack at passenger airbag with approx 20k. 2nd dash crack over steering column at approx 40k. We had to stuff a piece of cardboard in the dash because it rattled so badly. We also have: 1. Passenger door handle chrome peeling and sharp enough to cut 2. A/c…

Structure · received Oct 23, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10785656

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Frequently asked questions

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

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

Was there a recall on the 2010 GMC Sierra Denali?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2010 GMC Sierra Denali a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sierra Denali model years, the 2010 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.