2019 GMC Sierra Denali Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 31%of 26 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 3,450miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the brakes of the 2019 GMC Sierra Denali, 31% of the 26 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 3,450 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“After starting vehicle using the mygmc app, I received the following warnings: 1. Service trailer brake system 2. Steering assist is reduced drive with care 3. Service ESC 4. Brake system failure 62 MPH top speed 5. Check engine light. Vehicle was stationary and I did not drive afterwards. Truck was in for service last week to complete recent recalls and replace a leaky rear window. …”
NHTSA complaint #11301709, filed 2020-01, 9,793 miles“I started my vehicle on january 7th 2020 at about 4:00pm to return home from work I received multiple warning lights and the check engine light went on. The warns read break system failure 62 MPH too speed , service ESC , steering assist is reduced drive with care , service trailer break system . The vehicle would not break properly I would estimate the breaking capacity at 30% from normal. …”
NHTSA complaint #11297849, filed 2020-01, 1,403 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 indicated that the speed was reduced I thought it would be safe to drive, however at the first turn I realized my brakes were nearly gone and I went through the intersection. …”
NHTSA complaint #11306648, filed 2020-02, 2,000 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. You know the issue. This happened to me 3 times. It started 12-05-2019. Then again 12-26-19 . Serviced . 1-4-2020 again. 1-18 20 again and to shop until 1-23-2020. This took a lot of my time talking with my dealer. …”
NHTSA complaint #11310027, filed 2020-02, 10,366 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 ESC steering assist is reduced drive with care. I restarted the vehicle a number of times and the error messages went away. I then began to drive home and after about 2 miles the error messages all came back and my brakes stopped functioning. …”
NHTSA complaint #11307393, filed 2020-02, 2,393 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11000550May 3, 2024This service bulletin provides information about GM Accessories - Dealer-Installed, Repaired or Replaced During Warranty Coverage Period.
- 10242252Aug 18, 2023This technical bulletin provides information and a solution to a condition of Brake Pedal Moves or Self Applies at Full Turns.
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | 18% |
| 2019 | 8 | 31% |
| 2018 | 4 | 24% |
| 2016 | 8 | 27% |
| 2015 | 7 | 32% |
| 2014 | 4 | 29% |
| 2012 | 2 | 20% |
| 2008 | 1 | 6% |
| 2006 | 2 | 40% |
| 2004 | 5 | 45% |
| 2002 | 10 | 77% |
Other parts of the 2019 GMC Sierra Denali
7 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsElectronic stability control
5 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaintsTires
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2019 GMC Sierra Denali
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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