2001 GMC Denali recalls and problems

The 2001 GMC Denali has 1 safety recall and 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any GMC dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

2 / 0

Injuries / deaths

1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 GMC Denali vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 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.

2001 GMC Denali problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	5
Engine and Engine Cooling	3
Fuel System, Gasoline	3
Steering	3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	3
Seats	2
Electrical System	2
Air Bags	2
Service Brakes	2
Suspension	1
Exterior Lighting	1
Parking Brake	1

Most reported parts

Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 3
Seats › Front Assembly › Head Restraint — 2
Power Train › Driveline › Differential Unit — 2
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 2
Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Pump — 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 2
Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft › Seal — 1
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 64,300 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 2001 GMC Denali complaints

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

Unknown or Other · reported Jan 18, 2016

1. Dashboard cracked / cracking above instrument panel. 2. Dashboard crack / cracking top left corner of airbag. A. Dashboard crack is about 6 inches long b. Dashboard crack near airbag is 1 and a half inch long.

Air Bags · at 111,000 miles · reported Jul 9, 2014

Rear-ended while at a complete stop for a red light. High impact; my head hit the steering wheel then the driver side panel. My airbag did not deploy. My door was pried open by a pedestrian who checked me and asked if I knew what happened and was I okay. I opened the door, struggled out and tried to stand up to see what had hit me; my legs wouldn't hold and I leaned against my vehicle and called 911. I looked around and at the vehicles behind me, some were smoking and everyone was in a general state of shock and panic. There seemed to be numerous vehicles involved in the crash. The ambulance…

Service Brakes · at 94,000 miles · reported Mar 25, 2014

Tried to stop at red light ,and the brake pedal went all the way down I had to jump the curb not to hit another car. My husband came and looked at the truck and saw the brake lines were rusted through and fluid was coming out. He put a whole can of brake fluid in so that I could move the truck down the street to a service center. Again the repair man said all the brake lines are rusted out. We repaired one a summer ago with the same issue.

Service Brakes · at 155,000 miles · reported Jan 23, 2013

Brake line ruptured while driving in the mall parking lot - pedal went straight to the floor, thankfully still had some (Tiny) brake left to stop. Looked under the truck and saw brake fluid dripping underneath. All brake lines look completely rusted out making the vehicle undrivable.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 159,000 miles · reported Dec 5, 2011

We have noticed that our cars anti-lock brakes activate when we get to a low speed of about 5 MPH, causing our stopping distance to be increased, which almost caused us to rear-end another car. We bought the car used about 3 months ago and noticed this problem on thanksgiving of this year. There is a recall for this problem through NHTSA campaign id number: 05v379000. We called gmc hotline and they say it isn't covered by the recall. I see the recall has been revised several times already. Can anything be done before an accident does occur?

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 GMC Denali have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 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 2001 GMC Denali?

Owners report power train problems most often (5 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 64,300 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.