2011 GMC Sierra Denali recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2011 GMC Sierra Denali, but owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
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Complaints
28
Crashes / fires
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2011 GMC Sierra Denali vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2011 GMC Sierra Denali problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Unknown or Other17
Air Bags10
Structure9
Power Train2
Wheels1
Suspension1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 8

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 65,000 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 2011 GMC Sierra Denali complaints

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

Structure · at 98,500 miles · reported Feb 27, 2021
Dash board is cracking in three places . The most concerning one is around the passengers air bag. My passenger could be impaled with pieces of the dash if the airbag were to deploy.
Structure · reported Jan 21, 2021
I have a issue with my dashboard cracking along the airbag module door. I believe if I was or involved in a accident and the air bags are deployed the pieces of dash can become fragments and cause excessive injury and also could deflate the airbags upon expansion. Causing more injury than deem necessary.
Unknown or Other · at 88,000 miles · reported Dec 22, 2020
Dashboard cracked at corner of passenger airbag. December 22, 2020. The vehicle was in the garage. I noticed it as soon as I got in to drive it.
Air Bags · at 55,250 miles · reported Nov 23, 2020
Hit a deer while driving, airbags did not deploy but made a noise and sounds liked gas was released. Like the airbags tried to deploy but didn't. Now my airbag light is on and says to check airbag system or something to that effect.
Structure · at 35,000 miles · reported Sep 15, 2020
Dash has been cracked completely through on passenger side by airbag, now I have a crack just above instrument cluster. Vehicle only has 47,000 miles and the cracks just appear out of no where. The vehicle is not driven off roading or anything like that it is immaculate other then now cracked up dash. It's never been in an accident.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 GMC Sierra Denali have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2011 GMC Sierra Denali as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2011 GMC Sierra Denali?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (17 reports), followed by air bags (10). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 65,000 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.