2019 GMC Yukon Denali Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 21, 2025 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Yukon Denali years
Not enough data 19th of 20 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 GMC Yukon Denali. That ranks 19th out of 20 Yukon Denali model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 93,500 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 2019 GMC Yukon Denali problems

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

Engine2 · ~93,500 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)1 · ~115,000 mi
Tires1 · ~6,300 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine267%93,500——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)133%115,000——
Tires133%6,300——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2025, with 2 complaints
2019: 1201912025: 220252

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2019 GMC Yukon Denali recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2019 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 2019 GMC Yukon Denali. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine made loud knocking sounds, and the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle went into LIMP Mode but was able to drive to the residence…

Engine · received Jan 21, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11637263

The contact owns a 2019 GMC Yukon Denali. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from under the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle had an oil change approximately 50 miles prior to the failure. The contact…

Electronic Stability Control (esc) · received Jan 21, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11637333

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 GMC YUKON DENALI EQUIPPED WITH FOUR BRIDGESTONE ALLIANZ TIRES, SIZE: 275/50/R22 (NA). WHILE DRIVING ABOVE 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO COURTESY BUICK GMC (1857 EDWARDS LAKE RD, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235, [redacted]) WHERE IT WAS…

Tires · received Nov 13, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11279799

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 GMC Yukon Denali?

Owners most often report engine, electronic stability control (esc), tires problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2019 GMC Yukon Denali?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2019 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 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.