2006 GMC Yukon Denali XL
Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2006: 11 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 32 |
| 2004 | 49 |
| 2005 | 34 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 61 |
| 2008 | 42 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 69 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 65 |
| 2016 | 29 |
| 2017 | 4 |
| 2018 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
5 of 11 total reports mention: service brakes.
Show complaint excerpts
On January 21, 2014 I had wreck in my 2006 GMC yukon that only had 31K on it hitting a 2011 chevy cruze that was stopped at a red traffic signal; I tried to brake at speed of 45 however the brake pedal went to straight to the floor, due to complete...
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-01-27
Brakes failed with no warning lights or and kind of indication . Fluid dripping out rear of vehicle. I was almost in a bad accident because of this ,also went into a panic attack. Had other people and my life in danger.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-29
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 GMC Yukon Denali XL. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard abnormally upon engaging.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-12-02
Also filed under Power train
Electronic stability control (esc)
3 of 11 total reports mention: electronic stability control (esc).
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Intermittently, when my 2006 GMC Yukon Denali XL is at a stop light or sign and I am driving less than 10MPH and I go to accelerate (Not spinning the tires and not on wet or slippery surfaces) the "Traction active" Message displays and I lose all...
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-01-11
Also filed under Vehicle speed control and traction control system
Engine
2 of 11 total reports mention: engine.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 11 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Traction control system
1 of 11 total reports mentions: traction control system.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2006 GMC Yukon Denali XL — pre-purchase inspection
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- Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Electronic stability control (esc): 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2006 GMC Yukon Denali XL 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 Yukon Denali XL?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 GMC Yukon Denali XL 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.