2008 GMC Yukon Denali XL Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 25, 2019 · 42 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Yukon Denali XL years
More complaints than other years 5th of 16 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 GMC Yukon Denali XL. That ranks 5th out of 16 Yukon Denali XL model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (17 complaints, 40%), typically at around 97,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. 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 2008 GMC Yukon Denali XL problems

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

Air Bags17 · ~97,000 mi
Unknown or Other8 · ~87,000 mi
Structure6 · ~115,000 mi
Electrical System4 · ~60,500 mi
Engine4 · ~64,000 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)3 · ~117,568 mi
Latches/locks/linkages3 · ~32,000 mi
Power Train2 · ~113,140 mi
Wheels2 · ~24,639 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling1 · ~111,280 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags1740%97,000——
Unknown or Other819%87,000——
Structure614%115,000——
Electrical System410%60,500——
Engine410%64,000——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)37%117,568——
Latches/locks/linkages37%32,000——
Power Train25%113,140——
Wheels25%24,639——
Engine and Engine Cooling12%111,280——
Exterior Lighting12%25,000——
Fuel/propulsion System12%117,568——
Fuel System, Gasoline12%42,500——
Service Brakes12%133,221——
Tires12%500——
Vehicle Speed Control12%117,568——
Visibility12%25,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2017, with 12 complaints
2010: 2201022011: 4201142012: 1201212013: 3201332014: 3201432015: 4201542016: 7201672017: 122017122018: 5201852019: 120191

n = 42 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2008 GMC Yukon Denali XL recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2008 GMC Yukon Denali XL.

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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.

Takata recall local dealer continues to refuse to replace defective airbag involved in gm recall 49151 issued in a july 2016! This vehicle was purchased in louisiana and has spent much of its life there - louisiana is considered a critical, first priority area under you recall. I now understand…

Air Bags · received May 25, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11209955

Takata recall. When will this manufacturer recall number 2049152, nhtsa recall number 16v383 be resolved? Information between gm and nhtsa has been exchanged multiple times and there has been no resolution even though the dates for information exchange and petitions is long past.

Air Bags · received Oct 31, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11144465

Cracked dashboard

Unknown or Other · received Apr 14, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11085072

Dashboard cracked in two places.

Unknown or Other · received Apr 11, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11084580

The dash above the gauge cluster has a huge crack and there is also another crack by the passenger side airbag. I noticed it when i started the vehicle after it had been parked all night in my driveway. There is no other damage to the vehicle.

Structure · received Apr 9, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11083974

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2008 GMC Yukon Denali XL?

Owners most often report air bags, unknown or other, structure problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 17 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2008 GMC Yukon Denali XL?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2008 GMC Yukon Denali XL a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Yukon Denali XL model years, the 2008 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.