2013 GMC Denali
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2013: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 32 |
| 2007 | 3 |
| 2008 | 4 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 18 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
3 of 5 total reports mention: air bags.
Show complaint excerpts
Dash board on my GMC truck is cracked in three places. One of the places is a corner on the dash that encases the airbag. I have religiously covered the dash since day one, because I had a similar problem on my 2007 Sierra.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-01-12
Dashbord separating down the center. When the vehicle is in motion, the dashboard flaps. This is a default issue with the company. Also, crack on the left side passenger airbag. This is a serious safety concern.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-05-18
Electrical system
1 of 5 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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Around 50K the side detection warning system and park assist quit working. Upon taking it in for repairs we find that this is a major problem for this vehicle, and replacement parts are at a shortage..due to high volume of repairs.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-26
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2013 GMC Denali — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2013 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 2013 GMC Denali?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 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.