2008 GMC Yukon Denali Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Yukon Denali years
- Far more complaints than other years 6th of 20 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 58 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 GMC Yukon Denali. That ranks 6th out of 20 Yukon Denali model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (22 complaints, 38%), typically at around 108,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 58owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 GMC Yukon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 22 | 38% | 108,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 12 | 21% | 104,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 8 | 14% | 74,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 7 | 12% | 47,928 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 7 | 12% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 9% | 51,500 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 3% | 98,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 2% | 115,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 2% | 97,289 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 2% | 42,000 | — | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 2% | 233,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 2% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 2% | 97,289 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 2% | 2,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 GMC Yukon Denali recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2008 GMC Yukon 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 2008 GMC Yukon Denali equipped with Vogue Tires, Tire Line: Custom Built Radial, Tire Size: 305/35/R24, DOT number: [redacted]. The contact stated that the front driver's side tire exhibited a crack on the side wall. The contact stated that on various occasions, the tire pressure…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 gmc yukon denali. The contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 16v383000 (air bags). After contacting hendrix gmc (1127 kentington dr, durham, nc) and the manufacturer, the contact was informed that the parts needed for the recall remedy…
Intermittent electrical issues. Doors locks and windows don't always work. Sometimes when i shut my car off it dies. Like i can't turn it back on. Running boards don't go up, can't lock it, nothing. Dead. Then 15 minutes later it's fine. Sometimes when driving, it's like it's cutting out, not…
Takata recall this recall has been open for almost 3 years. Gm has not addressed it and people are dying. Why hasn't the nhtsa or some other regulatory agency held gm accountable? I understand that gm has applied and been denied 2 times so far to get out of addressing this recall? They are waiting…
Dashboard cracking along top over instrument cluster and passenger side air bag. Car is garaged when not in use.
Other GMC Yukon Denali years
← 2007 Yukon Denali · 2009 Yukon Denali →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Yukon Denali | 3 | 0 |
| 2018 Yukon Denali | 2 | 0 |
| 2017 Yukon Denali | 12 | 0 |
| 2016 Yukon Denali | 18 | 0 |
| 2015 Yukon Denali | 73 | 0 |
| 2013 Yukon Denali | 29 | 0 |
| 2012 Yukon Denali | 28 | 0 |
| 2011 Yukon Denali | 96 | 0 |
| 2010 Yukon Denali | 53 | 0 |
| 2009 Yukon Denali | 46 | 0 |
| 2008 | 58 | 0 |
| 2007 Yukon Denali | 120 | 0 |
| 2006 Yukon Denali | 21 | 0 |
| 2005 Yukon Denali | 49 | 0 |
| 2004 Yukon Denali | 109 | 0 |
| 2003 Yukon Denali | 72 | 0 |
| 2002 Yukon Denali | 29 | 0 |
| 2001 Yukon Denali | 35 | 1 |
| 2000 Yukon Denali | 18 | 0 |
| 1999 Yukon Denali | 27 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 GMC Yukon Denali?
Owners most often report air bags, unknown or other, structure problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 22 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 GMC Yukon Denali?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2008 GMC Yukon Denali a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Yukon Denali model years, the 2008 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.