MYRModel Year Report

2001 GMC Yukon XL Denali

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2001 GMC Yukon XL Denali
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:01:20.725Z

Only 22 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 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
22

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2001

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2001: 22 complaints 2001 22 2002: 26 complaints 2002 2003: 32 complaints 2003
2001: 22 complaints 2001 22 2002: 26 complaints 2002 2003: 32 complaints 2003
2001: 22 complaints 2001 22 2002: 26 complaints 2002 2003: 32 complaints 2003

2001: 22 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200122
200226
200332

Known problem areas

Only 22 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

12 of 22 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH
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The motor on the antilock brakes would not shut off when denali when the engine was not running. I had to disconnect battery for it to stop…

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-03

Engine and engine cooling

4 of 22 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing belts and associated pulleys and gasoline.

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I recently noticed that my spare tire was missing. I took it back to the sear auto center that has been servicing it. When they looked under the car they said that it was common for the yukon spare tire cable to rust and snap off.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-08-17

Also filed under Steering

Tires

3 of 22 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing temporary/emergency spare tire.

CRASHINJURY

Steering

3 of 22 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing shaft sector.

Power train

2 of 22 total reports mention: power train.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 3 investigations · oldest first

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    2001-04-23Electrical system01V107000 Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Some of these vehicles were built with a misrouted positive battery cable assembly that could come in contact with the steering shaft universal joint.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the positive battery cable for proper routing and re-route the cable in necessary. The cable will also be inspected for wear of the conduit and cable insulation, and will be…

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    2002-09-25Preliminary evaluationClosed 2003-02-11 Alleged failure of 2ND row seatbelt alr
  3. I
    2005-04-28Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-09-13 Unwanted low-speed ABS activation
  4. I
    2005-12-20Defect petitionClosed 2006-05-31 Parking brake failure

Buy-smart checklist

2001 GMC Yukon XL Denali — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 12 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 01V107000 · Electrical system
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 GMC Yukon XL 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 2001 GMC Yukon XL Denali?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 GMC Yukon XL Denali have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.