2002 GMC Yukon Denali Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2002 GMC Yukon Denali.

20012003
Complaints
31
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 2002 GMC Yukon Denali Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#18 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:132,869 mi
#23 complaints

Airbags

Crash-related:2
#33 complaints

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2002 GMC Yukon Denali.

Brakes
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
132,869
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Parking Brake:Conventional
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Rear/Other
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Abs Warning Light
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Electric
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Wheel Speed Sensor/Tone Ring
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Pump
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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2002 GMC Yukon Denali — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2002 GMC Yukon Denali reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2002 GMC Yukon Denali has 31 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Brakes with 8 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2002 GMC Yukon Denali?
Top reported problems: Brakes (8 complaints, avg 132,869 mi); Airbags (3 complaints); Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (3 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2002 GMC Yukon Denali?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 132,869 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2002 GMC Yukon Denali?
NHTSA complaints for the 2002 GMC Yukon Denali include 2 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2002 GMC Yukon Denali have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2002 GMC Yukon Denali as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2002 GMC Yukon Denali?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full GMC Yukon Denali reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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