2017 GMC Yukon Denali
Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2017: 12 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 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
3 of 12 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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The brake pedal is severely closer than the accelerator from the driver. When trying to stop quickly, the driver has to lift foot substantially to shift over to apply pressure to the brake. This is extremely dangerous and terribly uncomfortable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-03-13
Also filed under Seats
Suspension
2 of 12 total reports mention: suspension.
Power train
2 of 12 total reports mention: power train.
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Shudder under light, constant acceleration at 35MPH to 55MPH, RPM under 1,500. Uphill grade it is accentuated. Shudder occurs for 1 second across whole vehicle, reoccurs every few seconds at a constant interval.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-22
Engine
2 of 12 total reports mention: engine.
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The contact owns a 2017 GMC Yukon Denali. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle started bouncing. The contact stated that the transmission also failed to shift properly.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-16
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 GMC Yukon Denali. While driving approximately 70 MPH and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The message "Check trailer braking system" Was displayed on the instrument panel.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-21
Visibility
1 of 12 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2017 GMC Yukon Denali — pre-purchase inspection
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- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2017 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 2017 GMC Yukon Denali?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 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.