1999 GMC Yukon Denali
Only 27 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 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 27
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1999: 27 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 27 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 35 |
| 2002 | 29 |
| 2003 | 72 |
| 2004 | 109 |
| 2005 | 49 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 120 |
| 2008 | 58 |
| 2009 | 46 |
| 2010 | 53 |
| 2011 | 96 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2015 | 73 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2019 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 27 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
14 of 27 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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As the vehicle was pulling off a parking lot the brakes went to the floor.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-16
Engine and engine cooling
5 of 27 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and exhaust system.
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Refusal to honor nationally advertised warranty program for repairs which resulted in a vehicle fire. While driving, the vehicle developed an oil leak. The vehicle was taken to the dealership and repaired so the consumer assumed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-12-01
GMC Denali truck caught fire 302 miles after being repaired by a GM goodwrench mechanic in July 2002. *ph the consumer was on a family vacation when the vehicle developed an oil leak.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-05-06
Tires
3 of 27 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
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Pe-00-020; original equipment on a 1999, GMC, denali, tire size P265/70R16, DOT number not available, and tires only have 17 thousand miles on them. When driving 60 MPH right rear tire tread separated from the sidewall area.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-09-14
Electrical system
3 of 27 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
Visibility
2 of 27 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and exterior.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2001-12-20Engineering analysisClosed 2002-12-09 Seat belt anchorage separation
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2005-04-28Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-09-13 Unwanted low-speed ABS activation
Buy-smart checklist
1999 GMC Yukon Denali — pre-purchase inspection
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- Service brakes: 14 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 1999 GMC Yukon 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 1999 GMC Yukon Denali?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 52% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 GMC Yukon 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.