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2004 GMC Yukon Denali Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 109 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 GMC Yukon Denali, most often about the electrical (52% of complaints, typically around 65,000 miles). It is the 2nd most complained-about Yukon Denali model year since 2000.
Complaints109
Recalls0
Crashes reported5
Fires reported5
Injuries reported51 death reported
Most common 2004 GMC Yukon Denali problems
Electrical
57 complaints · 52%Half of these problems showed up before 65,000 miles. Parts named most often: instrument cluster/panel.
First my oil gauge started giving false readings on my 2004 GMC denali, I could live with that. Then my speedometer readings are all over the place...all the time with different readings. I am scared for my safety and the safety of others. From reading online this is a very common problem on GMC vehicles and I feel…
2004 Yukon Denali xl. Faulty instrument cluster ( wrong MPH readings) on my 2004 denali. Not under warranty. Had to pay GMC to replace. Faulty fuel readings. Possibly tank bad sensor. GMC needs to recall these items or offer refunds to those who fixed problems with own money.
Brakes
15 complaints · 14%Half of these problems showed up before 80,000 miles. Parts named most often: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, supply.
Spring of 2013 I lost my brakes ,lines and connectors totally rusted out (replaced).july 2013 my full tank of gas poured out all over the ground.sending unit ,feed line, return line totally rotted and blew out.but the pump still worked. Lol (all replaced).I bought this truck with 70000 miles on it at 5 years old.from…
My wife and daughter were driving on the highway.when they went to exit, the brake pedal went to the floor.after I got it home I followed the brake fluid trail into my garage.had it inspected by my mechanic and two of the brake lines were rusted through and the others were on there way to failure also.too big of a job…
Stability control
11 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 125,000 miles.
While in the middle of driving, the "stability control disabled" sensor comes on followed by "reduced engine power" and my vehicle just shuts off. I have been fortunate the 4-5 times it has happened as I have been able to pull off the road, wait a couple of minutes and restart my car. I have already replaced a hub…
The "stability control disabled" sensor comes on followed by "reduced engine power" and my vehicle won't go faster than 5mph. This has happened at least 6 times in the past several months only upon start up of the vehicle. Sometimes, if I wait a couple of minutes and restart my car, it'll start just fine but the check…
Engine
8 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 130,000 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system, engine.
Upon start up of vehicle, a ticking noise was heard from the engine compartment. Upon inspection, found that the left rear exhaust bolt on the exhaust manifold had broken off causing exhaust leak. Upon investigation on the internet, this is a very common issue with the gm 6.0 liter and other engines. This is a serious…
While in the middle of driving, the "stability control disabled" sensor comes on followed by "reduced engine power" and my vehicle just shuts off. I have been fortunate the 4-5 times it has happened as I have been able to pull off the road, wait a couple of minutes and restart my car. I have already replaced a hub…
Traction Control System
8 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 130,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2004 GMC Yukon Denali. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the contact applied the brakes but the vehicle would not respond. The brake pedal fell to the floorboard abnormally and the vehicle rolled to a stop as the contact attempted to avoid a crash. The traction control warning light was…
The contact owns a 2004 GMC Yukon Denali. The contact stated that the traction control system would engage when accelerating from a complete stop, causing the vehicle to become disabled for several seconds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that they were aware of the failure and that there was not a…
Air bags
6 complaints · 6%Parts named most often: frontal.
I have a 2004 GMC Yukon Denali. It has 56,000 miles. The service air bag light came on and I took it to dealership. They told me it was $50 to scan system and $580 to fix the passenger air bag sensor. The old part is still on my car because I am not paying that for a $25.00 part. I think this is ridiculous. No wonder…
First the airbag warning light came on. This has been an ongoing issue since 2008. My speedometer registered the wrong speed. My settings for the seat and mirrors quit working over time.hot air would come out of my vents when the air conditioner was on randomly. Radio, navigation, heat, air conditioner and mirrors…
Fuel system
5 complaints · 5%Parts named most often: delivery, storage.
2004 Yukon Denali xl. Faulty instrument cluster ( wrong MPH readings) on my 2004 denali. Not under warranty. Had to pay GMC to replace. Faulty fuel readings. Possibly tank bad sensor. GMC needs to recall these items or offer refunds to those who fixed problems with own money.
My 18-year old daughter narrowly escaped death the evening of may 1st while driving my 2004 GMC Yukon Denali. She was in a relatively "routine" accident in which she lost control of the vehicle at approximately 40 MPH and struck a tree head-on in a residential area of colorado springs. A good samaritan pulled her from…
Lights
4 complaints · 4%Parts named most often: turn signal, headlights.
High beam on passenger side wasn't operating, checked bulb, not burned out, fuse in engine compartment failed, replaced fuse high beam switched on, fuse blows again continues to blow fuses instantly.
Turn signals flash both left turn and right turn signal when making right turn. All external bulbs associated with turn signals have been replaced and the problem still exists. GMC states the yukon is out of warranty and this isn't a recall problem and that any replacement would be at my own expense.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2004 GMC Yukon 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 2004 GMC Yukon Denali
- What are the most common problems with the 2004 GMC Yukon Denali?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (57 complaints, typically around 65,000 miles); brakes (15 complaints, typically around 80,000 miles); stability control (11 complaints, typically around 125,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2004 GMC Yukon Denali have?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2004 GMC Yukon Denali. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
- Is the 2004 a bad year for the GMC Yukon Denali?
- It is the 2nd most complained-about Yukon Denali model year since 2000, with 109 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.