2017 GMC Sierra Denali Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Sierra Denali years
- More complaints than other years 7th of 18 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 GMC Sierra Denali. That ranks 7th out of 18 Sierra Denali model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (3 complaints, 20%), typically at around 42,300 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 15owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2017 GMC Sierra 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 20% | 42,300 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 20% | 55,900 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 13% | 104,650 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 7% | 32,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 7% | 186,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 7% | 105,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 7% | 32,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 7% | 84,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 7% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2017 GMC Sierra Denali recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2017 GMC Sierra 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.
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra Denali 2500. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH downhill, the message âReduced Engine Powerâ was displayed. While the message was displayed, the trailer brakes and exhaust brake became inoperable, and the braking distance increased. The failure…
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra 2500 Denali. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the knock sensor had…
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra Denali. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked, failed to accelerate, and stalled. The vehicle was unable to shift into third gear. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was drivable…
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra Denali. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was shuddering and vibrating. The contact pulled over and opened the hood with the engine running. The contact…
The contact owned a 2017 GMC Sierra Denali. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, he briefly fell asleep. As a result, the vehicle left the roadway and collided with the exit median, coming to a complete stop after careening into a side ditch. The air bags did not deploy, and the seat…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 GMC Sierra Denali?
Owners most often report power train, unknown or other, engine problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2017 GMC Sierra Denali?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2017 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 2017 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.