2009 GMC Yukon Denali air bags problems
Owners reported air bags problems in 23 complaints for the 2009 GMC Yukon Denali, 39% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 23 39% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 70,000 miles 13 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When air bags problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 1 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 1 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 0 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 6 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 2 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 1 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 2 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 13 air bags complaints that report mileage, the median is about 70,000 miles, and 15% were reported before 60,000 miles.
None of the air bags complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
A crack had appeared on the dashboard going to the direction of the airbag. I had attempted to consult with the local GMC dealership that stated it's no threat and basically sent me on my way. It's been a year later and now not only has it cracked in that one area but I have 2 additional cracks and the dash has separated approx. 1/2" at the airbag. It seriously concerns me considering I have custody of my grandchildren (11 & 9) who are riding in this vehicle 99.5% of the time.
At 80,000 miles I discovered that my dash is cracked on the passenger side. I have also discovered that this is a very well known and common problem with GM vehicles and that it is potentially dangerous to passengers if the crack (that is sharp plastic) is to cut or rupture the airbag in the case of an accident. My vehicle has always been garage kept and never kept outside. This is a huge GM problem and there are thousands that need this fixed.
Other problems reported for the 2009 GMC Yukon Denali
- Body & structure 15 complaints