MYRModel Year Report

2005 GMC Yukon Denali

▲ Better than typical
2005 GMC Yukon Denali
RENDERED 2026-09-16T06:46:02.857Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, GMC Yukon Denali Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 1999: 27 complaints 1999 2000: 18 complaints 2001: 35 complaints 2002: 29 complaints 2002 2003: 72 complaints 2004: 109 complaints 2005: 49 complaints 2005 2006: 21 complaints 2007: 120 complaints 2008: 58 complaints 2008 2009: 46 complaints 2010: 53 complaints 2011: 96 complaints 2011 2012: 28 complaints 2013: 29 complaints 2015: 73 complaints 2015 2016: 18 complaints 2017: 12 complaints 2018: 2 complaints 2018 2019: 3 complaints 2019
2005: 49 complaints
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YearComplaints
199927
200018
200135
200229
200372
2004109
200549
200621
2007120
200858
200946
201053
201196
201228
201329
201573
201618
201712
20182
20193

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 39%

39% of complaints: electrical system — 19 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and module.

POWER TRAIN 12%

12% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and axle hubs.

CRASH
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ON 23 MARCH 2005 AT 6:30AM, I WAS DRIVING MY 2005 YUKON DENALI IN A 15MPH SCHOOL ZONE ON A MILITARY POST WHEN MY DRIVER'S SIDE REAR TIRE CAME OFF. WHEN I SKIDDED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND GOT OUT, I NOTICED THAT ONE OF THE LUGS WAS BROKEN OFF.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050325

Also filed under WHEELS

AIR BAGS 8%

8% of complaints: air bags — 4 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 GMC YUKON DENALI. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED, BUT FAILED TO INFLATE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160722

SERVICE BRAKES 8%

8% of complaints: service brakes — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

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THE VEHICLE DISPLAY INDICATES "SERVICE STABILITY" AND THE VEHICLES ABS SYSTEM BEGINS TO GRAB INTERMITTENTLY CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SHAKE AND LOSE SPEED DRASTICALLY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120815

STRUCTURE 8%

8% of complaints: structure — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hatchback/liftgate and body.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE

Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 GMC Yukon Denali — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (19 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2001 ▲ 2009 ● 2010

WORST YEARS

■ 2007 ◆ 2004 ◆ 2011

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FAQ

Is the 2005 GMC Yukon Denali reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2005 GMC Yukon Denali is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2005 GMC Yukon Denali?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 GMC Yukon Denali have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-15 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.