2007 GMC Yukon Denali
This year had more than double the complaints of 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| 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
34% of complaints: air bags — 41 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TAKATA RECALL STARTED VEHICLE ON 2-1-19 AND AFTER TURNING IGNITION ON PASSENGER AIR BAG EXPLODED OUT AND THE SIDE PANELS FOLLOWED. VEHICLE WAS IN PARK AND HAD NOT BEEN DRIVEN IN A FEW DAYS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190207
FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG SENSOR JS MALFUNCTIONING. IT SHOWS AIR BAG SERVICE NEEDED NO IMPACT WAS MADE THERE. DEALERSHIP SAYS IT'S A MALFUNCTION. ONE DAY I GO TO START MY CAR AND THE LIGHT SHOWED IT NEEDS SERVICE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181015
04/27/18 FRI MORNING DRIVING HOME I HIT A MEDIAN WITH DRIVER FRONT TIRE, INWHICH ALL MY AIRBAGS DEPLOYED IMEDIATLY INCLUDING SIDE AIRBAGS AND CAUSED SUCH A SUDDEN PANIC DISTRACTION THAT I SWERVED AND FLIPPED MY VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180502
13% of complaints: structure — 15 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WE PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE USED IN JULY 2010 FROM A DEALERSHIP. THE INSIDE FRONT DOOR HANDLES HAD STARTED TO PEEL. THE DEALERSHIP WAS GOING TO REPLACE IT WHEN WE TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK, BUT AFTER LEAVING THEY HAVE BEEN DIFFICULT TO DEAL WITH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120921
12% of complaints: electrical system — 14 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 GMC YUKON DENALI. WHEN THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE AIR CONDITIONING, HE SMELLED A STRANGE ODOR. HE TURNED OFF THE AIR CONDITIONING AND THE ENGINE AND EXITED THE VEHICLE. FIVE MINUTES LATER, THE VEHICLE WAS IN FLAMES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20090513
9% of complaints: engine — 11 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
CHROME HAS BEEN PEELING OFF DRIVER SIDE DOOR HANDLE. CUTS MY SKIN. ONE DAY I WAS DRIVING ON A 4 LANE HIGHWAY GOING APPROX 55 MPH. I ENDED UP HYDRO PLANNING MY DENALI MAKES A 180 AND I'M FACING ONCOMING TRAFFIC.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140311
8% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 9 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
Interior Door Handle Laceration Risk
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 GMC Yukon Denali — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (41 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (14 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2007 GMC Yukon Denali reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 GMC Yukon Denali is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 GMC Yukon Denali?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 GMC Yukon 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.