2003 GMC Yukon Denali vs 2005 GMC Yukon Denali
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 GMC Yukon Denali | 2005 GMC Yukon Denali |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 72 | 49 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 445 | 565 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 97,000 mi | 87,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Yukon Denali | GMC Yukon Denali |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 25 | 19 |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 3 |
| Engine | 8 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 7 | 2 |
| Power Train | 3 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 0 |
2003 GMC Yukon Denali
2005 GMC Yukon Denali
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.