MYRModel Year Report

2003 GMC Yukon XL Denali

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2003 GMC Yukon XL Denali
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:41:42.069Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
32
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

41% of complaints

Complaints per year

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

2003: 32 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200122
200226
200332

Known problem areas

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

Electrical system

41% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and interior/under dash.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Frontal impact between my 2003 Yukon XL Denali and a 1992 Honda prelude. Impact to my vehicle in front left corner # 40 MPH causing minor damage to my vehicle resulted in my vehicle catching fire within 30 seconds of impact.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-09-19

About a month a ago my 2003 Yukon XL all of a sudden would not drive OVER15 miles an hr in rush hour traffic. I took the truck to the shop to have diagnostics ran. I was told it was the battery.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-12

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc) and fuel/propulsion system

Reduced engine power, stability system disabled

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-08-15

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)

Electronic stability control (esc)

13% · 4 reports

Service brakes

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Suspension

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing wheel bearing and hub.

Power train

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing transfer case (4-wheel drive) and column shift assembly.

CRASH
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Consumer states transmission can be shifted from park without foot being applied to the brake.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-30

Also filed under Air bags

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2004-04-09Engineering analysisClosed 2005-05-10 Parking brake failure
  2. I
    2005-12-20Defect petitionClosed 2006-05-31 Parking brake failure

Buy-smart checklist

2003 GMC Yukon XL Denali — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 13 reports on file for this year.
  • Electronic stability control (esc): 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 GMC Yukon XL Denali?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 GMC Yukon XL 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.