GMC Yukon Denali Xl problems, recalls & best years
The deets on every Yukon Denali Xl from 2003 to 2018: 490 owner complaints and 0 recalls across 16 model years.
The model years with the most owner complaints are 2011 (69), 2015 (65), 2007 (61).
Problem areas across all years
Year by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Best mpg | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 0 | 32 | – | |
| 2004 | 0 | 49 | – | |
| 2005 | 0 | 34 | – | |
| 2006 | 0 | 11 | – | |
| 2007 | 0 | 61 | – | |
| 2008 | 0 | 42 | – | |
| 2009 | 0 | 22 | – | |
| 2010 | 0 | 29 | – | |
| 2011 | 0 | 69 | – | |
| 2012 | 0 | 23 | – | |
| 2013 | 0 | 13 | – | |
| 2014 | 0 | 5 | – | |
| 2015 | 0 | 65 | – | |
| 2016 | 0 | 29 | – | |
| 2017 | 0 | 4 | – | |
| 2018 | 0 | 2 | – |
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FAQ
What is the worst year for the GMC Yukon Denali Xl?
The model years with the most owner complaints are 2011 (69), 2015 (65), 2007 (61).
How many recalls has the GMC Yukon Denali Xl had?
Across 2003–2018, NHTSA lists 0 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).