2009 GMC Denali

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2009 GMC Denali
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:52:16.988Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

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

2009: 2 complaints

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

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Air bags

1 of 2 total reports mentions: air bags.

Show complaint excerpts

Takata recall. We have repeatedly requested that the dealership replace the airbags but we are unable to get a replacement. What is the process for demanding a loaner vehicle until our SUV can be repaired? Thanks!

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-24

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2009 GMC Denali — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 1 report on file for this year.

FAQ

Is the 2009 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 2009 GMC Denali?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 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.