MYRModel Year Report

2003 GMC Denali

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2003 GMC Denali
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:32:01.213Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
32
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

19% of complaints

Complaints per year

1999: 14 complaints 1999 2000: 21 complaints 2001: 22 complaints 2001 2002: 23 complaints 2003: 32 complaints 2003 32 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
1999: 14 complaints 1999 2000: 21 complaints 2000 2001: 22 complaints 2001 2002: 23 complaints 2002 2003: 32 complaints 2003 32 2007: 3 complaints 2007 2008: 4 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2010: 5 complaints 2010 2011: 11 complaints 2011 2012: 6 complaints 2012 2013: 5 complaints 2013 2014: 5 complaints 2014 2015: 18 complaints 2015
1999: 14 complaints 1999 2000: 21 complaints 2000 2001: 22 complaints 2001 2002: 23 complaints 2002 2003: 32 complaints 2003 32 2007: 3 complaints 2007 2008: 4 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2010: 5 complaints 2010 2011: 11 complaints 2011 2012: 6 complaints 2012 2013: 5 complaints 2013 2014: 5 complaints 2014 2015: 18 complaints 2015

2003: 32 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
199914
200021
200122
200223
200332
20073
20084
20092
20105
201111
20126
20135
20145
201518

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

19% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and wiring.

Service brakes

19% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASH
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I have had the break/steering fluid booster replaced 3 times in a 6 month period. How GMC can call this a "Problem" But not a safety issue is beyond me.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-08

Also filed under Steering

Vehicle speed control

16% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing cruise control.

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I am filing a complaint due to a reduced engine problem and stability control which keeps enabling me to drive the vehicle. Once this light and power reduces I need to pull over from my destination and turn engine off completely.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-07-16

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)

Steering

16% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing linkages and hydraulic power assist system.

CRASH
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While driving vehicle suddenly lost steering and driver lost control of vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-28

Power train

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

CRASH
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2003 GMC yukon Denali xl purchased 10/02 new from dealer: country GMC huntington n.y. Car started to roll down the street when brake interlock feature did not prevent vehicle from coming out of park.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-05-24

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2004-04-09Engineering analysisClosed 2005-05-10 Parking brake failure
  2. I
    2005-12-20Defect petitionClosed 2006-05-31 Parking brake failure

Buy-smart checklist

2003 GMC Denali — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 5 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 GMC Denali?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 GMC Denali have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.