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2019 GMC Sierra Denali Problems and Recalls

Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 GMC Sierra Denali, most often about the brakes (31% of complaints, typically around 3,500 miles). It is the 3rd most complained-about Sierra Denali model year since 2000.

Complaints26
Recalls0
Crashes reported0
Fires reported0
Injuries reported1

Most common 2019 GMC Sierra Denali problems

  1. Brakes

    8 complaints · 31%

    Half of these problems showed up before 3,500 miles.

    The vehicle was in for replacement back up camera module and the dealer stated that the fix for the active brake system failure recall was completed. After starting the vehicle in a parking lot, several messages displayed in the driver information center: brake system failure 62 MPH top speed, service ESC, service…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2019, at 2,400 miles
    The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra Denali. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power failed to operate as designed. The brake pedal was depressed however, the stopping distance was extended. The vehicle was taken to (ballas buick GMC 5715 central ave, toledo, oh 43615 ([phone]) to be…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2020, at 4,500 miles

  2. Steering

    7 complaints · 27%

    Half of these problems showed up before 2,500 miles.

    After starting my vehicle remotely using on-star, my brakes stopped functioning properly... After remote starting the vehicle using my on-star app, we entered it, depressed the brake and pressed the start button. At that time I received multiple error messages, stating "brake system failure, 62 MPH top speed" "service…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2020, at 2,393 miles
    After using app to start the vehicle, I sat in the driver seat depressed the brake and pushed the start button. Immediately a warning popped up saying ESC needed service, service trailer brake, speed limited to 62mph. Additional lights illuminated including brake, traction control, ABS, and cel. Since the dash…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2020, at 2,000 miles

  3. Other or unspecified

    5 complaints · 19%

    Half of these problems showed up before 10,000 miles.

    The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra Denali. While driving 55 MPH, the tonneau cover detached form the bed of the vehicle. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 19e031000 (equipment) on may 11, 2019, the same day as the cover detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2019, at 10,000 miles
    The first issue is a bluetooth issue. The phone volume goes silent when I get in my vehicle. If I connect to car play, it works. I have missed important calls due to this issue. This started in july of 2019 and its not fixed yet. Gm says it apple. Apple says its gm I do not care just fix it. Second see below images.…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2020, at 10,366 miles

  4. Engine

    5 complaints · 19%

    Brake system failure 62 MPH top speed; brake warning light; check engine light; ABS light; traction control light; steering assist is reduced - drive with care; service trailer brake system.... Lights on dash as noted above. Brake pedal makes a clicking; power steering non-existent; brakes will not stop vehicle…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2020, at 6,038 miles
    Engine light keeps coming on take it to the dealer I guess they reset it and now this is the 3rd time it's now back on, back up camera goes out from time to time,
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2020, at 26,000 miles

  5. Stability control

    5 complaints · 19%

    Half of these problems showed up before 2,500 miles.

    The vehicle was in for replacement back up camera module and the dealer stated that the fix for the active brake system failure recall was completed. After starting the vehicle in a parking lot, several messages displayed in the driver information center: brake system failure 62 MPH top speed, service ESC, service…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2019, at 2,400 miles
    After using app to start the vehicle, I sat in the driver seat depressed the brake and pushed the start button. Immediately a warning popped up saying ESC needed service, service trailer brake, speed limited to 62mph. Additional lights illuminated including brake, traction control, ABS, and cel. Since the dash…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2020, at 2,000 miles

  6. Electrical

    5 complaints · 19%

    Half of these problems showed up before 6,000 miles.

    The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra Denali. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the tulley bmw of nashua dealer ([phone], located at 147 daniel webster hwy, nashua, nh 03060) for an oil change, and it was mentioned that there was a recall. The technician performed a software update and repaired the seat…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2020, at 6,200 miles
    The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra Denali. The contact stated that the reverse camera and the forward camera failed, the reverse and forward cameras flashed, the screen became blue in color, and the instrument panel also turned blue. The vehicle was taken to autonation GMC and buick (330 north gibson road, henderson…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2019, at 8,075 miles

  7. Transmission

    4 complaints · 15%

    Vehicle has faulty transmission system that at shakes during use of the vehicle at all speeds. The vehicle also experiences "hard shifts" at low speed to the point that the vehicle rear tire "chirp" with such force that it feels like you've been hit from the rear by another vehicle.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2019, at 4,500 miles
    The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra Denali. The contact stated while parking the vehicle, the vehicle inadvertently stalled without warning. The contact attempted several times to restart the vehicle however, the vehicle would not restart. The contact attempted to jump start the vehicle and the failed to start. The…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2022, at 91,000 miles

Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.

2019 GMC Sierra Denali recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.

Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.

Questions about the 2019 GMC Sierra Denali

What are the most common problems with the 2019 GMC Sierra Denali?
By NHTSA owner complaints: brakes (8 complaints, typically around 3,500 miles); steering (7 complaints, typically around 2,500 miles); other or unspecified (5 complaints, typically around 10,000 miles).
How many recalls does the 2019 GMC Sierra Denali have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2019 GMC Sierra Denali. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
Is the 2019 a bad year for the GMC Sierra Denali?
It is the 3rd most complained-about Sierra Denali model year since 2000, with 26 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.

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