2004 GMC Yukon Denali Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 2%of 109 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 100,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2004 GMC Yukon Denali, 2% of the 109 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 100,000 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.
“As I slowed exiting a freeway about 35 MPH, I heard a screech & a bit of loss of power. When I attempted to put into reverse for parking (later) it was apparent it was the transmission. As I investigated on line it was an ongoing transmission problem due to less than robust parts inside the transmission. Gm dealer-service rep. John at zubor agreed with this and told me to contact GM since it was, just over the 100,000 mile powertrain warranty. …”
NHTSA complaint #10643679, filed 2014-10, 135,000 miles“Contact owns 2004 Gmc Yukon Denali. The vinyl on instrument panel and console between seats is peeling. Dealer stated that the failure is not covered under warranty. Current mileage is 75,600 updated 01/08/08 the consumer stated the right axle was leaking. The blower motor was replaced. The odometer was off. It was reading 1 mile faster than the actual speed the consumer was driving. The consumer stated the transmission was slipping when shifting from reverse to drive. Updated”
NHTSA complaint #10209614, filed 2007-11, 65,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11006421Jul 24, 2024GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or…
- 10249579Jan 12, 2024This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10242843Sep 1, 2023The 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…
- 10222770Sep 16, 2022This service bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification.
- 10220319Sep 1, 2022This diagnostic tip advises the tech not to separate the flexplate from the torque convertor or damage my occur if the engine is started while diagnosing for noise from the…
- 10143757Jul 9, 2018This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician thatLight Duty Trucks equipped with automatic transmissions and 4 wheel drive may exhibit a condition of…
- 10113325Jan 12, 2017This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 2 | 17% |
| 2016 | 4 | 22% |
| 2015 | 8 | 11% |
| 2012 | 1 | 4% |
| 2011 | 1 | 1% |
| 2010 | 1 | 2% |
| 2008 | 5 | 9% |
| 2007 | 7 | 6% |
| 2006 | 2 | 10% |
| 2005 | 6 | 12% |
| 2004 | 2 | 2% |
| 2003 | 3 | 4% |
| 2001 | 1 | 3% |
| 2000 | 1 | 6% |
| 1999 | 2 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2004 GMC Yukon Denali
57 complaintsBrakes
15 complaintsElectronic stability control
11 complaintsOther or unknown
10 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsEngine
6 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsTires
4 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 GMC Yukon 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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