2000 GMC Denali recalls and problems

The 2000 GMC Denali has 1 safety recall and 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any GMC dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

3 / 0

Injuries / deaths

2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 GMC Denali vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 GMC Denali recalls

Recall 02V-253: Seats

Reported Sep 17, 2002 · 558,904 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with rearward folding head restraints on the second row seats, two potential pinch points exist on each of the folding head restraints when the restraints are folded rearward as the seatback is folded down.

Risk: If a person were to insert their finger(S) into the pinch point when the head restraint folds, it could trap and pinch the finger(S) causing injury.

Fix: Dealers will install protective covers over the pinch points. Owner notification began november 8, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, gmc at 1-800-462-8782, or cadillac at 1-800-458-8006.

2000 GMC Denali problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	6
Tires	5
Engine and Engine Cooling	2
Fuel System, Gasoline	2
Structure	1
Steering	1
Visibility	1
Service Brakes, Air	1
Air Bags	1
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Suspension	1
Engine	1

Most reported parts

Tires › Tread/Belt — 3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 2
Tires › Sidewall — 1
Structure › Body › Hood — 1
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly — 1
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 100,405 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 GMC Denali complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes · reported Sep 24, 2014

When I brought the car I knew that their were some issues that would come about, but I can be driving down the street, the radio will go off and my windows will not work, wipers won't work, my dash lights will go out and the radio will not work at all sometimes it last up to hours before I can get them to come. I can turn the car on an try to put it in gear it wont work it takes about 2-3 minutes before it will engage. Please let me know what I can do to fix these issues with my car, I love it very much and will be upset if something were to happen to her. So far so good no accidents to report…

Vehicle Speed Control · at 174,000 miles · reported Oct 10, 2012

I was slowing down for the vehicle in front of me to turn left and my gas pedal went to the floor. I wound up rearending the vehicle because my vehicle's brakes did not want to engage.

Suspension · at 172,000 miles · reported Oct 10, 2012

I have just been having problems with this vehicle since I purchased it. When driving it sometimes feels like the truck is fishtailing, going down a straight road. The engine makes a gargling noise while driving and it gets even louder when you turn the vehicle off. The wipers work when and how they want to work; it doesn't matter what speed you put them on. I have not been happy with this vehicle at all, I looked information up on this vehicle before purchasing and it is not like the information stated.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 59,010 miles · reported Sep 9, 2009

Hit wall at low speed due to anti-lock brake system incorrectly activated. Same condition has since occurred stopping at stop signs. My vehicle is a 2000 yukon denali. It isn't covered in NHTSA action number: pe05020. I believe this is the same issue that caused my accident.

Air Bags · at 117,000 miles · reported Apr 14, 2009

The contact owns a 2000 gmc denali. While driving approximately 25 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the driver's side of the contact's vehicle. Her vehicle was completely destroyed and none of the air bags deployed. As a result, two occupants sustained moderate injuries. The contact has pictures of the incident and a police report was filed. The cause of the failure has not been determined. The failure and current mileages were 117,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 GMC Denali have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2000 GMC Denali: 02V-253 (seats). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 GMC Denali?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (6 reports), followed by tires (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 100,405 miles.

Are GMC recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized GMC dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.