MYRModel Year Report

2001 GMC Denali

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2001 GMC Denali
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:43:57.306Z

Only 22 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 22 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, 2001 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
2001: 22 complaints
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YearComplaints
199914
200021
200122
200223
200332
20073
20084
20092
20105
201111
20126
20135
20145
201518

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 22 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

5 of 22 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Show complaint excerpts

BRAKE LINE RUPTURED WHILE DRIVING IN THE MALL PARKING LOT - PEDAL WENT STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR, THANKFULLY STILL HAD SOME (TINY) BRAKE LEFT TO STOP. LOOKED UNDER THE TRUCK AND SAW BRAKE FLUID DRIPPING UNDERNEATH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130123

POWER TRAIN

5 of 22 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing differential unit and transfer case (4-wheel drive).

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A "WEIRD" SOUND WAS HEARD. THE TRUCK LOCKED UP AND THE FRONT END EXPLODED. THE DEALER REPLACED THE DIFFERENTIAL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030424

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 of 22 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

STEERING

3 of 22 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing pump and hydraulic power assist system.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

3 of 22 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel pump.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20021108 — seats

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REARWARD FOLDING HEAD RESTRAINTS ON THE SECOND ROW SEATS, TWO POTENTIAL PINCH POINTS EXIST ON EACH OF THE FOLDING HEAD RESTRAINTS WHEN THE RESTRAINTS AR

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL PROTECTIVE COVERS OVER THE PINCH POINTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 8, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO

Campaign 02V253000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20051220 — DP (closed 20060531)

PARKING BRAKE FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 GMC Denali — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 02V253000 (seats) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 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 2001 GMC Denali?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 GMC Denali have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.