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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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1GKFK66848J••••••2008 Gmc YUKON DENALI XL
This build draws 2.0× more complaints than the average 2008 Gmc YUKON DENALI XL build (5 vs 2).
5on this build
37on the model
15builds in total
Most reportedElectrical System 2Air Bags 2Power Train 1Engine 1
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagsOct 2017
I understand that there is a safety recall for the air bag on my 2008 gmc yukon xl denali. To correct the problem, I contacted the local gmc dealer, key buick gmc, and was informed that the recall was set-up in july, 2016, however, there is no remedy available so far. Based on…
Power TrainFeb 2014
Driving at 70 mph on highway. Vehicle gauges begin to act erratically, vehicle heaves and lurches, then 100% power failure. Nothing worked, even hazzard lights. Airbag light flashing on and off. Was able to put vehicle in neutral and move to the side of the road where the…
Electrical SystemAug 2012
2008 gmc yukon denali experienced complete system shutdown to include instant loss of all electrical, propulsion, braking, and steering systems on 3 separate occasions, one in which the vehicle was traveling 35 miles an hour and twice at 60. Went into shop 3 times before fixed.…
WheelsJun 2011
Potential safety concern over tires losing air pressure due to leaks caused at tire/wheel interface. Root cause is that chrome plating on aluminum wheels are peeling, resulting in corrosion of the aluminum substrate causing inability to achieve proper sealing between the tire…
Air BagsMay 2016
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 gmc yukon. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V381000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…
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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 1GKFK66848J208817 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.