2007 GMC Yukon Denali problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 175 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 4.4 times the median Yukon Denali year — the 2007 model ranks #1 of 20 Yukon Denali years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Complainants reported 23 injuries in total across these filings.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across airbags (41), body & structure (28), and electrical system (27), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.
175
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
1
Investigations
4
Crash-involved
1
Fires reported
23
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2007 compare to other Yukon Denali years?
What are the most common 2007 GMC Yukon Denali problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 41 | 23% | ▲ up |
| Body & Structure | 28 | 16% | ▲ up |
| Electrical System | 27 | 15% | ▲ up |
| Other | 25 | 14% | ▲ up |
| Engine | 13 | 7% | ▲ up |
| Latches & Locks | 7 | 4% | ▲ up |
| Transmission | 7 | 4% | ▲ up |
| Suspension | 5 | 3% | ▲ up |
| Speed Control | 5 | 3% | ▲ up |
| Fuel System | 4 | 2% | — flat |
| Steering | 3 | 2% | — flat |
| Brakes | 3 | 2% | ▲ up |
| Visibility & Wipers | 2 | 1% | ▲ up |
| Lighting | 2 | 1% | ▲ up |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 1% | — flat |
| Tires & Wheels | 1 | 1% | — flat |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG SENSOR JS MALFUNCTIONING. IT SHOWS AIR BAG SERVICE NEEDED NO IMPACT WAS MADE THERE. DEALERSHIP SAYS IT'S A MALFUNCTION. ONE DAY I GO TO START MY CAR AND THE LIGHT SHOWED IT NEEDS SERVICE.”
“THE BACK DOOR HANDLES ON OUR 2007 DENALI ARE EXTREMELY LOOSE TO THE POINT THAT THEY ARE ALMOST COMPLETELY FALLEN OFF. THIS AFFECTS OUR DAY TO DAY COMMUTE AND SHOULD BE FIXED, WE SPENT A GOOD AMOUNT OF MONEY FOR A LUXURY CAR, THE HANDLES SHOULD NOT BE FALLING OFF. I AM SURPRISED THIS HAS NOT BEEN…”
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 GMC YUKON DENALI. WHEN THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE AIR CONDITIONING, HE SMELLED A STRANGE ODOR. HE TURNED OFF THE AIR CONDITIONING AND THE ENGINE AND EXITED THE VEHICLE. FIVE MINUTES LATER, THE VEHICLE WAS IN FLAMES. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE AND FILED A…”
“I WISH TO ADD COMPLAINT FOR THE DASHBOARD CRACK ISSUE NEAR THE PASSENGER AIRBAG, AND SUSPECT THE AIRBAG SUPPORT/FUNCTION MAY BE COMPROMISED. I ALSO HAVE RECEIVED MANY 'PAPER CUTS' FROM INSIDE DOOR HANDLES CHROME OVER THE YEARS BUT WAS NEVER CONTACTED BY GM OR OFFERED WARRANTY REPLACEMENT AS YOUR…”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 GMC YUKON DENALI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED AFTER THE BRAKES SEIZED INDEPENDENTLY. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NEED A NEW ENGINE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS TO THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT…”
2007 GMC Yukon Denali — common questions
Is the 2007 GMC Yukon Denali reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 175 complaints put the 2007 model at #1 of 20 Yukon Denali years. It is one of the Yukon Denali years to avoid.
What are the most common 2007 Yukon Denali problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are airbags (41 complaints), body & structure (28 complaints), electrical system (27 complaints).
Does the 2007 GMC Yukon Denali have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2007 GMC Yukon Denali.
Is the 2007 GMC Yukon Denali under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.
Which GMC Yukon Denali years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Yukon Denali years to avoid are 2007, 2004, 2011, 2003, 2015, 2010, 2008, 2005. The cleanest record among Yukon Denali years belongs to 2018.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.