2007 GMC Yukon Denali Xl Problems
Owner-reported complaints filed with NHTSA, grouped by component
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What this page shows
Everything below is an owner-reported complaint submitted to NHTSA about the 2007 GMC Yukon Denali Xl, grouped by the component NHTSA recorded on the report. These are not confirmed defects, and they are not recalls. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a category with more reports in it is not evidence that a part is defective.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
Reports by component
Ranked by how many owner reports name each component category
- Airbags2126.6%
- Body & structure1924.1%
- Electrical810.1%
- Engine78.9%
- Interior & seats67.6%
- Driver assistance56.3%
- Other / unspecified33.8%
- Seat belts22.5%
- Brakes22.5%
- Visibility22.5%
- Suspension11.3%
- Powertrain (other)11.3%
- Exterior lighting11.3%
- Fuel system11.3%
Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.
Each component in detail
What the reports in each category say, in the owners' own words
Airbags
Reports naming the air-bag system — deployment behaviour, inflators, sensors and warning lights.
From owner reports, verbatim
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 GMC YUKON DENALI XL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED FREEMAN GRAPEVINE (501 TX-114, GRAPEVINE, TX 76051, (817) 264-7746) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND AGREED WITH THE DEALER. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 GMC YUKON DENALI XL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTIFICATION IN JULY OF 2016. THE DEALER (GARLYN SHELTON BUICK GMC, 5625 S GENERAL BRUCE DR A, TEMPLE, TX 76502) STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ALSO CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
Body & structure
Reports naming the vehicle structure, frame, body panels, doors, hood and trim.
From owner reports, verbatim
CRACK IN DASH, DRIVER'S SIDE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 GMC YUKON DENALI XL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE MOUNT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE BECAME DETACHED. THE CHROME ON THE DOORS WAS ALSO PEELING, WHICH CAUSED THE CONTACT TO GET CUTS ON THE HANDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE MOUNT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE PEELING CHROME ON THE DOOR HANDLES WAS NEVER REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURES. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 230,000.
Electrical
Reports naming the electrical system — wiring, battery, charging, control modules, infotainment and electrical accessories.
From owner reports, verbatim
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 GMC YUKON DENALI XL. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND THE ENGINE POWER REDUCED MESSAGE WAS DISPLAYED. IN ADDITION, THE STABILITY, ABS, AND TRACTION CONTROL INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 146,416.
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 GMC YUKON DENALI XL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT GIVE A SPECIFIC DATE FOR WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER COULD NOT PROVIDE AN ESTIMATED DATE FOR WHEN THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WOULD RECEIVE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V240000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
Engine
Reports naming the engine itself — including stalling, misfires, oil consumption, cooling and internal engine components.
From owner reports, verbatim
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 GMC YUKON DENALI XL. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND THE ENGINE POWER REDUCED MESSAGE WAS DISPLAYED. IN ADDITION, THE STABILITY, ABS, AND TRACTION CONTROL INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 146,416.
THE SERVICE STABILITRAK LIGHT COMES ON ALONG WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAUSING THE TRUCK TO SHUT OFF OR NOT MOVE. THIS HAS HAPPENED WHILE AM ON THE FREEWAY, CITY STREET AND STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT. I HAVE TOOK MY TRUCK IN FOR THE SAME PROBLEM MORE THEN FOUR TIMES AND SAME ISSUE KEEPS HAPPENING.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Interior & seats
Reports naming seats, latches, locks, linkages and interior fittings.
From owner reports, verbatim
CHROME PEELING OF ON INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES THAT CREATES SHARP EDGES THAT CUT FINGERS. REALLY HAVE TO BE CAREFUL IN ORDER TO NOT CUT FINGERS WHEN EXITING AUTO. *TR
CHROME PLATING ON INTERIOR DOOR OPENING HANDLES PEELS OFF CREATING SHARP EDGES THAT CUT OCCUPANTS FINGERS WHILE TRYING TO EXIT VEHICLE. THIS IS OCCURRING ON INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES. *TR
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Driver assistance
Reports naming forward-collision avoidance, lane keeping, back-over prevention, cruise control and related electronic driver-assistance systems.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2007 GMC Yukon Denali XL. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the service stabili-trak and traction control warning lights illuminated. The contact then stated that an independent mechanic had previously replaced the brake sensor, fuses, solenoids, and several other unknown parts; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 230,000.
THE SERVICE STABILITRAK LIGHT COMES ON ALONG WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAUSING THE TRUCK TO SHUT OFF OR NOT MOVE. THIS HAS HAPPENED WHILE AM ON THE FREEWAY, CITY STREET AND STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT. I HAVE TOOK MY TRUCK IN FOR THE SAME PROBLEM MORE THEN FOUR TIMES AND SAME ISSUE KEEPS HAPPENING.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Other / unspecified
Reports whose component NHTSA recorded as unknown, or that do not map to one of the categories above.
From owner reports, verbatim
IN OCTOBER 2013, THE TRAILER HITCH COVER FAILED DUE TO A BROKEN PRONG. BODY SHOP INSTALLED A REPLACEMENT PART; HOWEVER, FROM THE BEGINNING IT DID NOT FIT CORRECTLY. WHEN COMPARED TO OLD COVER, THERE WAS A DIFFERENCE IN THE PRONG DESIGN. IN JUNE 2014 THE COVER DID NOT BREAK OR COME OFF THE VEHICLE; HOWEVER, IT WAS FLAPPING BELOW THE BUMPER. TOOK VEHICLE INTO SERVICE DEPARTMENT FOR ANOTHER ISSUE, BUT, ASKED SERVICE DEPARTMENT TO HAVE BODY SHOP TO INSURE RIGHT PART INSTALLED. SERVICE DEPARTMENT CAME BACK AND SAID "DUE TO POOR BUMPER DESIGN, THE ENTIRE BUMPER WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED TO INSURE CORRECT FIT." I DECLINED. BOTH MY POWER MIRRORS WERE THE ORIGINAL PROBLEM. SERVICE DEPARTMENT WANTED $1070.00 TO REPLACE BOTH MIRRORS. DECLINED AND USED ANOTHER GMC DEALER WHO REPLACED BOTH FOR $602.69. *TR
1. RIMS ARE SHOWING SIGNS OF CORROSION,FLAKING AND BLISTERING OF THE CHROME ON THE ALUMINUM RIMS. 2. VEHICLE HAS NEW BATTERY INSTALLED AND IS BEING DRAINED SOME HOW WHILE THE NAVIGATION AND RADIO SEEM TO BE OPERATING WHILE THE VEHICLE IS OFF. THIS PROBLEM RESULTS INTO A DEAD BATTERY AFTER VEHICLE IS PARKED FOR A SEVERAL MINUTES. *NOTE: NO SOLUTION AT THIS TIME HAS FIXED THE PROBLEMS LISTED. I HAVE READ HUNDREDS OF COMPLAINTS OF THIS NATURE AND A QUICK RESPONSE WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. *TR
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Seat belts
Reports naming seat belts, buckles, retractors and pretensioners.
From owner reports, verbatim
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 GMC YUKON DENALI XL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FEMALE PORTION OF THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT SEIZED AND PREVENTED THE MALE SEAT BELT PORTION TO CLICK AND SECURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 205,000.
SEAT BELT LOCK BUCKLE WILL NOT LET SEAT BELT END INTO IT WHEN TRYING TO INSTALL BELT INTO IT
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Brakes
Reports naming service brakes, the antilock braking system, brake hoses, master cylinders or the parking brake.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2007 GMC Yukon Denali XL. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the service stabili-trak and traction control warning lights illuminated. The contact then stated that an independent mechanic had previously replaced the brake sensor, fuses, solenoids, and several other unknown parts; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 230,000.
FIRE. WHILE PARKED IN GARAGE 30 MINUTES AFTER PARKED. INSURANCE INVESTIGATOR (ALLSTATE) DID NOT FIND A SOURCE OF THE FIRE. ENTIRE HOUR AND VEHICLE LOST. *TR
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Visibility
Reports naming windshields, glass, wipers, defrosters and mirrors.
From owner reports, verbatim
IN OCTOBER 2013, THE TRAILER HITCH COVER FAILED DUE TO A BROKEN PRONG. BODY SHOP INSTALLED A REPLACEMENT PART; HOWEVER, FROM THE BEGINNING IT DID NOT FIT CORRECTLY. WHEN COMPARED TO OLD COVER, THERE WAS A DIFFERENCE IN THE PRONG DESIGN. IN JUNE 2014 THE COVER DID NOT BREAK OR COME OFF THE VEHICLE; HOWEVER, IT WAS FLAPPING BELOW THE BUMPER. TOOK VEHICLE INTO SERVICE DEPARTMENT FOR ANOTHER ISSUE, BUT, ASKED SERVICE DEPARTMENT TO HAVE BODY SHOP TO INSURE RIGHT PART INSTALLED. SERVICE DEPARTMENT CAME BACK AND SAID "DUE TO POOR BUMPER DESIGN, THE ENTIRE BUMPER WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED TO INSURE CORRECT FIT." I DECLINED. BOTH MY POWER MIRRORS WERE THE ORIGINAL PROBLEM. SERVICE DEPARTMENT WANTED $1070.00 TO REPLACE BOTH MIRRORS. DECLINED AND USED ANOTHER GMC DEALER WHO REPLACED BOTH FOR $602.69. *TR
2007 GMS YUKON XL HAS HAD NUMEROUS ISSUES WITH AIR VENTING SYSTEM BECOMING STUCK IN DEFROST MODE. 8/30/07 SERVICE ACTUATOR WAS REPLACED. AGAIN ON 7/01/08 I HAD THE ACTUATOR REPLACED. 2/20/09 ISSUE OCCURRED AGAIN SAME ACTUATOR WAS REPLACED FOR 3RD TIME ALONG WITH NEW PROGRAMMING FOR HVAC CONTROL HEAD. NOW 6/28/10 I'M HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AGAIN. DANGER OF THIS ISSUE IS IN THE SUMMER MONTHS FOGGING OF THE EXTERNAL WINDSHIELD HAPPERS VISION AND AUTOMATE WIPER WILL NOT KICK ON DUE TO MOISTURE NOT REACHING SENOR AT TOP OF WINDSHIELD. HOWEVER, VISION BECOMES IMPAIRED AND VERY DANGEROUS AT NIGHT WHEN DRIVING. APPEARS TO BE A KNOW WIDESPREAD ISSUE BASED ON MECHANICS NOTE OF NUMEROUS BULLETINS BEING ISSUED ON CONCERN. NO FIX HAS WORKED TO DATE. *TR
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Suspension
Reports naming suspension components — springs, struts, shocks, control arms and related hardware.
From owner reports, verbatim
ONE OF THE FRAME MOUNTING POINTS FOR THE FRONT SWAY BAR BROKE OFF THE FRAME.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Powertrain (other)
Powertrain reports that are not specifically the engine or transmission — driveshafts, axles, transfer cases and differentials.
From owner reports, verbatim
TRAVELING AT ABOUT 25 MPH IN A RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD, THE ENGINE AND STABILITRAK LIGHTS CAME ON AND POWER ABRUPTLY CUT OUT. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS BEHIND ME AND I WAS SAFELY ABLE TO PULL TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. I CAN ONLY IMAGE WHAT MIGHT HAVE HAPPENED IF THIS HAD OCCURRED ON A BUSY FREEWAY OR A CROWDED INTERSECTION. *TR
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Exterior lighting
Reports naming headlights, tail lights, turn signals and other exterior lighting.
From owner reports, verbatim
MY HEADLIGHTS JUST WENT OUT WHEN DRIVING. MY HIGH BEAM, AND FOG LIGHTS DO WORK, HOWEVER. I STILL HAVE NOT RECEIVED MY PASSENGER AIR BAG ON THE RECALL.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Fuel system
Reports naming fuel storage or delivery — tanks, pumps, lines, injectors and fuel leaks.
From owner reports, verbatim
WHEN EXITING HIGHWAY COMING UP TO A STOP SIGN OR STOP LIGHT OR JUST BRAKING, THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF WITH NO WARNING OR SPUTTERING, WHILE STILL ROLLING WITH NO WARNING. THIS USUALLY HAPPENS WHEN PULLING A TRAILER. NO POWER BRAKES OR POWER STEERING. THE ENGINE HAS SHUT OFF 5 TIMES IN THE LAST MONTH AND A HALF AND TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I AM TOLD EVERY TIME "CAN'T DUPLICATE SO AS OF NOW NOTHING IS WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE. I HAVE HAD TO STEER CLEAR OF CAR IN FRONT OF ME SEVERAL TIMES AS TO NOT CRASH. SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. TOLD BY ED BOZARTH CHEVROLET DEALERSHIP IN COLORADO, THAT SINCE NO CODE WAS PRODUCED AND CAN'T DUPLICATE THE ISSUE, NOTHING THEY CAN DO. TOLD THE PROBLEM IS UNKNOWN. I HAVE SEEN MULTIPLE FORUMS WHERE SAME MAKE AND YEARS ARE HAVING SAME PROBLEM. HERE ARE JUST A FEW SITES WHERE YOU CAN SEE THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE WITH SEVERAL GMC MAKES: HTTP://WWW.TAHOEYUKONFORUM.COM/THREADS/2007-GMC-DENALI-STALLS-AFTER-TOWING.73312/ HTTPS://WWW.CARGURUS.COM/CARS/DISCUSSION-T70408_DS604621 STALLING-WHEN-ROLLING-STOP.HTML HTTPS://GMCOWNERS.COM/GMC-FORUM/SHOWTHREAD.PHP?T=24680 HTTP://WWW.CADILLACFORUMS.COM/FORUMS/CADILLAC-ESCALADE-EXT-ESV-FORUM-2007/278037-2007-ESCALADE-STALLING-WHEN-ROLLING-STOP.HTML I HOPE THAT SOME DOESN'T HAVE TO GET INJURED OR DIE FOR NHTSA TAKES THIS PROBLEM SERIOUS.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers.
Elsewhere on this vehicle
Data sources
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation — owner-reported complaints and the components recorded on them
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