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2005 GMC Yukon Denali XL Problems and Recalls

Owners filed 34 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 GMC Yukon Denali XL, most often about the electrical (29% of complaints, typically around 75,000 miles). It is 6th of 16 Yukon Denali XL model years by number of complaints.

Complaints34
Recalls0
Crashes reported2
Fires reported1
Injuries reported0

Most common 2005 GMC Yukon Denali XL problems

  1. Electrical

    10 complaints · 29%

    Half of these problems showed up before 75,000 miles. Parts named most often: instrument cluster/panel.

    While traveling on the highway, my speedometer began acting erratically. For weeks, it would get stuck at certain speeds, then begin working again. After a couple of months, it stopped working completely. Later, other gauges such as oil pressure and water temperature also stopped working completely. The speedometer is…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2012, at 75,000 miles
    Speedometer malfunctions. Happened for several weeks, worked okay, then happened again. Sticks on 60 MPH when going 0mph. Shows 120 MPH when going 50 MPH. Mechanic quote to replace is $640.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2013, at 70,000 miles

  2. Brakes

    8 complaints · 24%

    Half of these problems showed up before 85,000 miles.

    Was driving about 30mph and hit the brake pedal, the brake pedal went to the floor and we ran into a trailer. The brake lines were rusted so bad that they busted, and caused the brake fluid to leak out. The estimate to repair the brake lines alone is $2800.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2015, at 84,611 miles
    The contact owns a 2005 GMC Yukon Denali XL. The contact stated that while coming to a stop, the brakes failed as the check engine warning light illuminated. Also, the contact mentioned that the power steering fluid would need to be replaced every six months. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2013, at 85,000 miles

  3. Engine

    6 complaints · 18%

    Half of these problems showed up before 116,500 miles. Parts named most often: cooling system, exhaust system.

    Exhaust manifold bolt heads are breaking on my 2005 yukon xl denali causing an exhaust leak, as well as engine error lights. GMC has denied knowledge of an issue, even though the problem seems wide spread. The bolts need to be removed and replaced. Very expensive repair.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2010, at 120,000 miles
    The contact owns a 2005 GMC Yukon Denali XL. The contact stated that while coming to a stop, the brakes failed as the check engine warning light illuminated. Also, the contact mentioned that the power steering fluid would need to be replaced every six months. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2013, at 85,000 miles

  4. Lights

    4 complaints · 12%

    Parts named most often: headlights.

    The headlamps on both sides have been replaced six times. The dealer wanted to replace the entire headlamp assembly to the tune of $450 that, we were told, was not under warranty. The daytime running lights are intermittently on and off and replacement of bulbs does not fix the problem.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2006, at 23,000 miles
    2005 GMC yukon xl, dashboard dimmer switch/interior light switch; does not illuminate in the dark. This presents a significant safety issue in that it does not allow the driver to adjust the dashboard lighting level or turn on interior lights in the dark. There have been repeated attempts to remedy the situation by…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2010, at 42,000 miles

  5. Transmission

    4 complaints · 12%

    Parts named most often: automatic transmission.

    Vehicle safety standard no. 102 concern transmission shift lever. The shift indicator in the instrument panel does not illuminate. When the shift lever position indicator does not illuminate, the driver does not know which gear the vehicle is in. D,r,n,p..ect.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2010, at 82,000 miles

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

2005 GMC Yukon Denali XL 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 2005 GMC Yukon Denali XL

What are the most common problems with the 2005 GMC Yukon Denali XL?
By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (10 complaints, typically around 75,000 miles); brakes (8 complaints, typically around 85,000 miles); engine (6 complaints, typically around 116,500 miles).
How many recalls does the 2005 GMC Yukon Denali XL have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2005 GMC Yukon Denali XL. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
Is the 2005 a bad year for the GMC Yukon Denali XL?
It is 6th of 16 Yukon Denali XL model years by number of complaints, with 34 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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