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2016 GMC Yukon Denali

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2016 GMC Yukon Denali
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:39:38.938Z

Only 18 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 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, GMC Yukon Denali Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2016 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 2016 2017: 12 complaints 2018: 2 complaints 2018 2019: 3 complaints 2019
2016: 18 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

Only 18 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

6 of 18 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

POWER TRAIN

4 of 18 total reports mention: power train.

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The contact owns a 2016 GMC Yukon Denali. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the transmission was slipping between gear. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure could not be duplicated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20241023

SINCE THE DAY I PURCHASED THIS 2016 GMC YUKON XL DENALI THERE HAS BEEN A VIBRATION IN WHAT I THINK IS THE PASSENGER REAR END.

NHTSA ODI report, 20161027

STEERING

3 of 18 total reports mention: steering.

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SINCE THE DAY I PURCHASED THIS 2016 GMC YUKON XL DENALI THERE HAS BEEN A VIBRATION IN WHAT I THINK IS THE PASSENGER REAR END.

NHTSA ODI report, 20161027

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 18 total reports mention: electrical system.

SUSPENSION

1 of 18 total reports mentions: suspension.

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SINCE THE DAY I PURCHASED THIS 2016 GMC YUKON XL DENALI THERE HAS BEEN A VIBRATION IN WHAT I THINK IS THE PASSENGER REAR END.

NHTSA ODI report, 20161027

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20181120 — PE (closed 20220410)

Brake Vacuum Pump Failure

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2016 GMC Yukon Denali — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2001 ▲ 2009 ▲ 2005

WORST YEARS

■ 2007 ◆ 2004 ◆ 2011

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FAQ

Is the 2016 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 2016 GMC Yukon Denali?

The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 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.