2005 GMC Yukon Denali Problems
- Complaints
- 49filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 79,000miles, 36 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2005 GMC Yukon Denali (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 49 consumer complaints for the 2005 GMC Yukon Denali. The part named most often is electrical system, with 19 complaints (39% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (6) and air bags (4). 36 of the complaints include a mileage, and 25% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 79,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 3 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 557 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 122 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 39 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system19 39%
- Air bags4 8.2%
- Brakes4 8.2%
- Engine cooling4 8.2%
- Equipment4 8.2%
- Fuel system4 8.2%
- Body and structure4 8.2%
- Exterior lighting3 6.1%
- Seats3 6.1%
Also reported: Electronic stability control (2), Engine (2), Seat belts (2), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (2), Latches, locks and linkages (1), Other or unknown (1), Tires (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “I was driving on the 55 freeway, and all of a sudden my electrical GPS, radio, and power turned off for approx. 5 sec. And the dash rebooted, and radio remained off, and the car was still cruising, but losing speed. I put the car in neutral and had to restart while cruising. It is not the first time this has happened. Spoke to Gmc parts dept. On the phone, and he stated there is no recall for this vehicle. This has happened approx. 5 times. I shared that information to the parts dept. …”
NHTSA complaint #10650452, filed 2014-10, 78,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “Ever since I bought it in oct 2004, I felt this jumping of the truck after I stopped and started to accelerate it would do this, I called in and they told me that maybe because it was new, it may be doing that , I took it in last week because the engine light was lit and there was a strange burning smell on , it and there was also the recall of the back seats, and a light sensor loose, it was returned to me after a few days, and they said that it was because the gas cap was loose? …”
NHTSA complaint #10142661, filed 2005-11, 12 milesAir bags: “The airbag error lights are on. Mechanic says the front airbag sensors went bad. The horn does not work. The dash lights are burnt out. Many of the steering wheel control button lights are burnt out. The rear windshield wiper motor is burnt out. The fuel pump makes vibrating noises.”
NHTSA complaint #10809434, filed 2015-12, 125,000 milesBrakes: “I have a snapped off parking brake component beneath my dash rendering the parking brake inoperative. I have already paid classic chevrolet to fix this same exact issue two years ago and it has just snapped again in the same way under the dash using all new correct parts.”
NHTSA complaint #10496627, filed 2013-02, 104,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
25% of the 36 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 52,000 and 110,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2005 GMC Yukon Denali in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 557 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11020816Jul 18, 2025Other or unknown. This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- 11019074May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11019073May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11019072May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11017252Mar 28, 2025Other or unknown, Electrical system. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.
- 11008956Sep 9, 2024Other or unknown. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
- 11007208Sep 6, 2024Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires…
- 11006621Aug 26, 2024Electrical system. Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need…
- 11007091Aug 5, 2024Engine. This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
- 11006421Jul 24, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. GM 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 inadequate packaging…
Other model years of the GMC Yukon Denali
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 12 | 41,100 | 0 | 4 | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2016 | 18 | 55,000 | 0 | 4 | — | — | Rising |
| 2015 | 73 | 58,000 | 0 | 4 | — | 85 · More | Stable |
| 2013 | 29 | 58,000 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 0 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2012 | 28 | 62,000 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 0 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2011 | 96 | 75,000 | 0 | — | 15 | 74 · More | Stable |
| 2010 | 53 | 79,000 | 0 | — | 15 | 43 · Typical | Stable |
| 2009 | 46 | 75,500 | 0 | — | 14 | 63 · Typical | Stable |
| 2008 | 58 | 70,000 | 0 | — | 14 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2007 | 120 | 90,000 | 0 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2006 | 21 | 77,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2005 | 49 | 79,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2004 | 109 | 74,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2003 | 72 | 94,426 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2002 | 29 | 82,870 | 0 | — | 12 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 35 | 96,000 | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 18 | 98,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1999 | 27 | 105,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All GMC Yukon Denali model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2005 GMC Yukon Denali have?
NHTSA recorded 49 consumer complaints for the 2005 GMC Yukon Denali as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2005 GMC Yukon Denali is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 19 complaints (39% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 6.
Has the 2005 GMC Yukon Denali been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2005 GMC Yukon Denali reported?
Among the 36 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 79,000 miles and the middle half falls between 52,000 and 110,000 miles; 25% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.