MYRModel Year Report

2006 GMC Envoy Denali

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2006 GMC Envoy Denali
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:50:10.056Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, GMC Envoy Denali Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 highlighted. 2006: 84 complaints 2006 2007: 34 complaints 2007
2006: 84 complaints
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YearComplaints
200684
200734

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 23%

23% of complaints: electrical system — 19 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing starter assembly and instrument cluster/panel.

FIRE
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GM HAS A RECALL OUT FOR ENVOY DENALI DRIVER DOOR PANELS SHORTING OUT CAUSING SMOKE AND POSSIBLE FIRE. THIS IS A FACT. MY DOOR DID START ON FIRE AND THANK GOD I WAS STILL IN THE STORE WHEN IT HAPPENED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130802

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 21%

21% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 18 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE 14%

14% of complaints: engine — 12 distinct reports on file.

SUSPENSION 13%

13% of complaints: suspension — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing air suspension system and shock absorber.

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TAKATA RECALL ? AIR RIDE SUSPENSION FAILURE, OVER INFLATION RESULTING IN A EXCESSIVE BOUNCING RIDE AND LOSS OF TRACTION ON OTHER SITES I SEE THAT THIS WAS A 92% COMPLAIN RATE

NHTSA ODI report, 20180707

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 10%

10% of complaints: exterior lighting — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing headlights and brake lights.

CRASH
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BULB SOCKETS FOR REVERSE LIGHTS ARE CORRODED AND RENDERED UNUSABLE DUE TO PLACEMENT AND LACK OF PROTECTION FROM ROAD GRIME. CAUSED LACK OF VISIBILITY AT NIGHT WHILE OPERATING VEHICLE IN REVERSE. *TR ## VIN FAILED ##

NHTSA ODI report, 20130303

MY 2006 ENVOY DENALI'S LOW BEAM LIGHTS ARE CUTTING OUT ON ME AT NIGHT. I'VE READ SEVERAL CASES ON THE INTERNET THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS. I'M CONCERNED THAT THIS SITUATION MAY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT AT NIGHT UNEXPECTANY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180228

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20100107 — DP (closed 20110523)

Fuel Level Gauge System Failure

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 GMC Envoy Denali — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (19 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (18 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (12 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2006 GMC Envoy 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 2006 GMC Envoy Denali?

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

How many recalls does the 2006 GMC Envoy Denali have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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