GMC Yukon XL Denali Problems by Year
NHTSA has 80 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the GMC Yukon XL Denali, across 3 model years (2001–2003). The 2003 model year has the most complaints (32). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
GMC Yukon XL Denali years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Yukon XL Denali model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2003 Yukon XL Denali: 32 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2002 Yukon XL Denali: 26 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2001 Yukon XL Denali: 22 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common GMC Yukon XL Denali problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 19 | 3 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 17 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 3 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 7 | 3 | 1 |
| Tires | 6 | 3 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All GMC Yukon XL Denali model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Yukon XL Denali | 32 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2002 Yukon XL Denali | 26 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2001 Yukon XL Denali | 22 | 1 | — | Service Brakes |
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Frequently asked questions
Which GMC Yukon XL Denali years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2003 (32), 2002 (26), 2001 (22). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the GMC Yukon XL Denali?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 19 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the GMC Yukon XL Denali have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.