2017 GMC Yukon Denali Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 16, 2025 · 12 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Yukon Denali years
Far fewer complaints than other years 18th of 20 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
4 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 GMC Yukon Denali. That ranks 18th out of 20 Yukon Denali model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 17%), typically at around 49,690 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 2017 GMC Yukon Denali problems

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

Engine2 · ~49,690 mi
Power Train2 · ~64,781 mi
Service Brakes2 · ~41,100 mi
Suspension2 · ~94,700 mi
Electrical System1 · ~152,498 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~35,566 mi
Seats1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~43,000 mi
Structure1 · ~2,000 mi
Unknown or Other1 · ~1,600 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine217%49,690——
Power Train217%64,781——
Service Brakes217%41,100——
Suspension217%94,700——
Electrical System18%152,498——
Fuel/propulsion System18%35,566——
Seats18%———
Service Brakes, Hydraulic18%43,000——
Structure18%2,000——
Unknown or Other18%1,600——
Visibility18%65,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2017, with 3 complaints
2017: 3201732018: 2201822019: 2201922021: 2202122024: 1202412025: 220252

n = 12 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2017 GMC Yukon Denali recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2017 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 2017 GMC Yukon Denali. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle started bouncing. The contact stated that the transmission also failed to shift properly. The service engine and suspension warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to…

Engine · received Jun 16, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11667072

The contact owns a 2017 GMC Yukon Denali. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at slow speeds, the brake pedal was depressed but was stiff. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to slow down as intended. The vehicle was coasted until coming to a complete stop after each…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Feb 13, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11642493

The contact owns a 2017 GMC Yukon Denali. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the trailer brake system service warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the trailer brake system warning light illuminated several times within a minute. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an…

Electrical System · received Jan 22, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11566974

The contact owns a 2017 GMC Yukon Denali. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the sunroof glass exploded without impact. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the sunroof glass to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired but was pending repairs…

Visibility · received Nov 18, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11440920

The contact owns a 2017 GMC Yukon Denali. The contact stated that while driving over a bump in the road at various speeds, the vehicle became airborne. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and informed him that the struts failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle…

Suspension · received Jun 3, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11419504

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 GMC Yukon Denali?

Owners most often report engine, power train, service brakes problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2017 GMC Yukon Denali?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2017 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 2017 has far fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.