2011 GMC Yukon Denali XL Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 4%of 69 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 112,097miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the engine of the 2011 GMC Yukon Denali XL, 4% of the 69 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 112,097 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.
“Truck started sputtering while driving. I had it towed home and then towed to the dealer and they stated the lifters in the engine were broke and there was damage to the can shaft. Told me this is normal and happens to vehicles like mine regularly. I have only owned the truck three years and have maintained it well with low mileage.they told me it would be $6700 to fix. When I complained, the rep told me $5500. I asked for a supervisor who then stated that Gmc would offset the cost and it was now $3311. …”
NHTSA complaint #11074579, filed 2018-02, 112,097 miles“One week after purchasing the vehicle I broke down due to an oil pressure sensor. Two weeks after that I broke down (stalled out in the road) due to 2 lifters collapsing and the camshaft being damaged. After replacing all lifters, the camshaft, spark plugs and wires, as well as another oil pressure sensor just in case the other one was bad I still have low oil pressure. This cost $3,000.00! I left the shop and broke down on my way home with a flashing engine light and the stabilitrak light and message flashing. It shook so hard I thought it would explode in the road and then stalled out! …”
NHTSA complaint #11229916, filed 2019-07, 188,000 miles“Valve lifters need replaced. Researched and this is a common issue several people are having with this type of vehicle. Repair shop also said a common repair for this model.”
NHTSA complaint #10985931, filed 2017-05, 91,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11026017Jun 5, 2025This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
- 11024485May 15, 2025The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the…
- 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.
- 11014233Jan 30, 2025This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large…
- 11012907Dec 18, 2024This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- 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.
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 11010544Oct 7, 2024This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- 11010490Oct 5, 2024This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
- 11009532Sep 27, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 2 | 7% |
| 2015 | 4 | 6% |
| 2013 | 1 | 8% |
| 2012 | 1 | 4% |
| 2011 | 3 | 4% |
| 2010 | 2 | 7% |
| 2009 | 3 | 14% |
| 2008 | 4 | 10% |
| 2007 | 7 | 11% |
| 2006 | 2 | 18% |
| 2005 | 3 | 9% |
| 2004 | 4 | 8% |
| 2003 | 5 | 16% |
Other parts of the 2011 GMC Yukon Denali XL
35 complaintsAir bags
27 complaintsBody and structure
20 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsSeats
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 GMC Yukon Denali XL
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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