2013 GMC Denali

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2013 GMC Denali
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:29:06.593Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, GMC Denali Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2013 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 2013 2014: 5 complaints 2014 2015: 18 complaints 2015
2013: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
199914
200021
200122
200223
200332
20073
20084
20092
20105
201111
20126
20135
20145
201518

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.

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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, 20200112

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, 20170518

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, 20180426

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2013 GMC Denali — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports 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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.