There are no safety recalls for the 2006 GMC Yukon Denali XL, but owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA.
2006 GMC Yukon Denali XL problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Service Brakes | 5 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 3 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 102,000 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 2006 GMC Yukon Denali XL complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Service Brakes · at 101,000 miles · reported Dec 29, 2018
Brakes failed with no warning lights or and kind of indication . Fluid dripping out rear of vehicle. I was almost in a bad accident because of this ,also went into a panic attack. Had other people and my life in danger.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 201,856 miles · reported Sep 6, 2017
Traction control is coming on when I take off from a complete stop causing the vehicle to lose speed. I was almost in an accident because of this!
Structure · reported Apr 26, 2016
Roof has constant leak when it rains. It leaks through the front side on dashboard/radio, and through DVD player located on roof. We have to cover vehicle each time we hear it is going to rain. I have seen there are millions of other drivers with yukons with this same problem. Checking to see if this would be an issue gmc would resolve for owners of these vehicles? Thank you for your time.
Service Brakes · at 125,000 miles · reported Nov 4, 2015
Again, I AM writing. I implore you to reinvestigation gmc for rusted brake lines. We replaced ours after they were so rusted, being a camping family, towing a trailer we could have all died. I understand that your office has investigated this and for whatever reason determined it was normal wear and tear but I think that your department is on overload and didn't want to handle another GM recall. Gm and consumers know that the company got away with not issuing a recall. Yes, I AM angry at the $800 we had to pay to repair this but I AM more angry that after GM was contacted for reimbursement I…
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 57,200 miles · reported Sep 21, 2015
When taking off from a stop or at a slow speed the car stalls like its running out of gas, when that happens on the diagnostic center on the car reads "traction active", and then car behind me blows their horn telling me to move, then the car takes off. Its really scary when I'm in the middle of traffic in the intersection or trying to make a left turn and trying to go and it stalls. Sooner or later someone is going to run into the back of me or when I'm in the intersection I will be t-bone and someone is going to get killed or seriously injured. I took it to the GM repair center at art moran…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 GMC Yukon Denali XL have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2006 GMC Yukon Denali XL as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 GMC Yukon Denali XL?
Owners report service brakes problems most often (5 reports), followed by electronic stability control (esc) (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 102,000 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.