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1GKFK63838J••••••2008 Gmc YUKON DENALI
This build draws 3.4× more complaints than the average 2008 Gmc YUKON DENALI build (8 vs 2).
8on this build
45on the model
19builds in total
Most reportedAir Bags 5Latches/locks/linkages 1Steering 1Electrical System 1
What owners of this build wrote
Unknown Or OtherOct 2018
Dashboard cracking along top over instrument cluster and passenger side air bag. Car is garaged when not in use
Air BagsNov 2017
Takata inflaters just a recall but no solution
SteeringApr 2017
Just brought to my attention the recall on the gmc silverados. I have been having the same issue on my yukon denali. I purchased a car in december of 2016. And I've had at least eight or more incidents. Of the car either not starting or shutting off for 3 to 5 seconds at about a…
Latches/locks/linkagesJun 2011
2008 gmc denali. Consumer states mechanical problems with vehicle *tgw the consumer stated starting in june 2011, the driver's door lock/actuator had to be replaced. Then in may 2012, the rear left passenger door lock/actuator was replaced. In august 2012, the door lock on the…
Air BagsNov 2017
Takata recall-I have contacted our local gmc dealer to have the airbags fixed for this recall and I have been told there are no parts to fix this potentially fatal issue and they have no idea when they will get the parts...totally unacceptable. I want this remedied immediately
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1GKFK63838J167617 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.