1999 GMC Denali

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1999 GMC Denali
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:29:17.909Z

Only 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, GMC Denali Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1999: 14 complaints 1999 2000: 21 complaints 2001: 22 complaints 2001 2002: 23 complaints 2003: 32 complaints 2003 2007: 3 complaints 2008: 4 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2010: 5 complaints 2010 2011: 11 complaints 2012: 6 complaints 2012 2013: 5 complaints 2014: 5 complaints 2014 2015: 18 complaints 2015
1999: 14 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
199914
200021
200122
200223
200332
20073
20084
20092
20105
201111
20126
20135
20145
201518

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system.

Show complaint excerpts

THE CONSUMER IS CONCERNED WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING THE VEHICLE STALLED. HE WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER AND LIFT THE HOOD UP AND NOTICED THAT BATTERY ACID HAD EXPLODED FROM THE BATTERY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030114

VISIBILITY

1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility.

SUSPENSION

1 of 14 total reports mentions: suspension.

STEERING

1 of 14 total reports mentions: steering.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20001229 — seat belts

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE OCCUPANT PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A TRAY INSERT ON THE TOP OF THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE TRAY INSERT CORRECTS THE NONCOMPLIANCE.

Campaign 00V122000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 GMC Denali — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 00V122000 (seat belts) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1999 GMC Denali reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 GMC Denali?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 14% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 GMC Denali have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.