There are no safety recalls for the 2015 GMC Denali, but owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA.
2015 GMC Denali problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | |
| Power Train | 5 | |
| Electrical System | 4 | |
| Steering | 2 | |
| Service Brakes | 2 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
Most reported parts
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 62,000 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 2015 GMC Denali complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Service Brakes · at 64,000 miles · reported Aug 29, 2020
This has happened several time in the city crossing an intersection usually at slow speed braking and turning and all the sudden I lose everything. No steering electrical and braking. The park assist will sometimes start going off like crazy just before it happens, but not all the time. Put in park and open the door it comes back on. Then says roll down drivers side window and then back up. At on time I did have it happen on the highway. I was getting ready to pass and giving it gas and everything shut down for a split second and then took off again. This problem is going to get someone…
Power Train · at 30,000 miles · reported Jul 12, 2020
My truck has 30,000 miles and has the 'chevy shudder'. Why is this not a recall? Gmc wants me to pay out of pocket for the transmission flush. When I AM driving the truck it begins shuddering and shaking through certain shift points.
Unknown or Other · at 62,000 miles · reported Mar 28, 2020
Have had my vehicle at the shop for transmission issues several times. Two of the times, issues were duplicated and parts replaced, but same issues continue as soon as I get it back. My complaint when I take it in is always the same. Normally when I accelerate from a dead stop forward or reverse, the transmission makes a thumping noise. It has steadily gotten worse. A lot of times now if I take my foot off gas for a second, at faster speeds, and then put foot right back on gas, it makes the same thumping noise and sometimes a grinding noise like it's stuck between gears. This last time I took…
Steering · at 72,000 miles · reported Feb 18, 2020
Intermittent power steering failure turning at low speeds. Almost hit a car while turning in a road due to lack of power steering working properly.
Fuel/Propulsion System · at 130,000 miles · reported Feb 14, 2020
Under normal driving conditions, my cp4 fuel injection system blew up. I had to have it towed to the nearest diesel repair shop, $14.000 later , I was back up and running
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2015 GMC Denali have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2015 GMC Denali as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 GMC Denali?
Owners report exterior lighting problems most often (6 reports), followed by power train (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 62,000 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.