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2007 GMC Yukon Denali XL Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 61 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 GMC Yukon Denali XL, most often about the air bags (34% of complaints, typically around 92,000 miles). It is the 3rd most complained-about Yukon Denali XL model year since 2000.
Most common 2007 GMC Yukon Denali XL problems
Air bags
21 complaints · 34%Half of these problems showed up before 92,000 miles.
I was driving down the highway at about 65 MPH and I notice the dash pad starting to vibrate and then I notice a crack starting to develop and it cracked all the way threw passenger side top vent where the defrost vent is at I've seen many complaints about the same issues.
2007 GMC denali yukon xl service air bags warning displayed intermittently after about 40k, after about 75k came on continuously. Dealer replaced a driver seat sensor, costing $ 400. He mentioned seat connector on harness to seat was broken and usually happens at a car wash or something else gets under the seat. Also…
Body and structure
19 complaints · 31%Half of these problems showed up before 92,000 miles. Parts named most often: body.
I was driving down the highway at about 65 MPH and I notice the dash pad starting to vibrate and then I notice a crack starting to develop and it cracked all the way threw passenger side top vent where the defrost vent is at I've seen many complaints about the same issues.
Both rear door handles of my yukon denali are loose from the door. It is just a matter of time before they fall off and my kids are stuck in the back. I called the dealership and he said that this is a common issue and he has fixed this problem before. However since it is not a safety issue there is not a bulletin. I…
Electrical
8 complaints · 13%Half of these problems showed up before 85,000 miles.
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…
Vehicle remote keyless entry fob non functional despite new equipment and multiple reprogramming. Coupled with tire pressure monitoring system malfunctions.
Engine
7 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 103,000 miles.
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…
While driving in the city, my truck was driving fine. Then the stabilitrak came on. When it came on the engine slow down, and almost came to a complete stop while driving on a major road where the speed limit is 55. I was able to pull over and turn the vehicle off. I was able to get it to start and call the GMC…
Other or unspecified
7 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 120,000 miles.
The dash board has cracked in 4 different places, left side of gauge cluster, left of center speaker, in front of center speaker and to the left of passenger air bag. I am not sure when it happened.
Dash board cracked by the right passenger side airbag, and then cracked over the back side of the driver side instrument panel. We always use a heat shield in the summer at work, but vehicle stays in the garage when not driven. I have noticed that this seems to be a problem with GMC SUV's
Doors and locks
6 complaints · 10%We own a 2007 GMC yukon denali. My 8 year old son's thumb on his right had was trapped in the hinge on the rear passenger door, as he was exiting the vehicle. While he was exiting the front passenger seat, as my other children opened of the rear passenger door his thumb was nearly completely severed by the hinge. The…
The chrome is peeling off the interior passenger side door handle on my 2007 GMC Yukon Denali XL. Two different passengers have had their fingers sliced open. Also, the back drivers side door hung the front door when it was being opened and bent front door.
Stability control
4 complaints · 7%I was driving my denali in the city the first time it happened. The truck dropped in speed and lost power. I noticed that the cluster of lights in my dash went out and the vehicle struggled to maintain speed. A little bit down the road I pulled over. I didn't know what happened or what to do. It wouldn't shift gears.…
While driving in the city, my truck was driving fine. Then the stabilitrak came on. When it came on the engine slow down, and almost came to a complete stop while driving on a major road where the speed limit is 55. I was able to pull over and turn the vehicle off. I was able to get it to start and call the GMC…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2007 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.
NHTSA defect investigations
Interior door handle laceration risk
Summary
The investigated concern involved chrome plating on interior door handles that could peel or separate from the plastic base material.this de-lamination could result in a sharp edge and pose a risk of laceration.in some cases, consumers reported minor hand/skin lacerations.of these reported injuries, the vast majority of injuries were to adults.ninety percent of claims associated with interior door handle de-lamination were related to the front doors.in addition to the above tahoe/yukon vehicles, other gmt 900 series c/k vehicles (avalanche, escalade, sierra, silverado, and suburban) have a trim level that utilizes the chrome plated interior door handles and were included in the analysis.the
Questions about the 2007 GMC Yukon Denali XL
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 GMC Yukon Denali XL?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: air bags (21 complaints, typically around 92,000 miles); body and structure (19 complaints, typically around 92,000 miles); electrical (8 complaints, typically around 85,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2007 GMC Yukon Denali XL have?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2007 GMC Yukon Denali XL. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
- Is the 2007 a bad year for the GMC Yukon Denali XL?
- It is the 3rd most complained-about Yukon Denali XL model year since 2000, with 61 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.