2002 GMC Denali: problems, recalls and reliability

“Dt*: the contact stated while driving 10 mph on a city street, a clunking sound was heard followed by the transmission failing to shift gears upon acceleration. The vehicle was towed to a dealer who determined the automatic transmission gear teeth were fractured and worn. The dealer determined the gear teeth needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified. Updated 10/6/2006 - the stabilizer became worn. *nm”Owner report · Power Train · Sep 2006

“Dt: the owner turned left in turning lane and applied the brakes and truck kept on . The brakes had been mashed, and they would not stop. The brakes had worked up to the point before the wreck. The vehicle was constantly serviced. Owner's vehicle hit another car, and created a three car pile up. There was one reported injury from this incident. The vehicle is in the shop at this point for repairs.*ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jun 2005

“While driving at any speed, the driver heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front. The vehicle jerked and vibrated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. Please provide further details. *nm”Owner report · Steering · Nov 2004

“Dt: while driving on the interstate at 70 mph the consumer was side swiped and knocked into the median, in which the side air bags failed to deploy. Updated 12/27/05. *jb”Owner report · Air Bags · Jul 2004

“Consumer had to hit brakes suddenly. Rear seat belts were inoperative. Didn't hold child in place, child launched forward, as a result of seatbelt loosening up instead of tightening. *ak”Owner report · Seat Belts · Aug 2002

“Upon first start-up in the morning the engine taps for 10 to15 seconds. The length of time and noise level increases when the vehicle sits for two days. It is parked on level ground and the oil level is good. It sounds to me like a lifter is leaking down. Shortly after vehicle was purchased, it was brought back because of an oil leak. The dealer service department disc that the front differential connector on the left side was where the oil was originating from and corrected the loose vent connector. The dealer service invoice doesn't state how much fluid was added if any. Service advisor did not know the answer. *la”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jul 2002

“Front turn signals (above bumper) are not visible in daylight because the daytime running lights are too bright and right next to turn signal bulb (worse if viewed across grille) . Not visible in mirrors to a vehicle in front. My vehicle changed lanes at same time to her suv and she ran off road to avoid collision. My vehicle is a truck. No impact of vehicles /no police report was filed.. Gm needs to lower wattage or aim them down so they dont blind other motorists. This problem is aggravated at dusk or dawn (this incident).*ak”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Apr 2002