2015 GMC SIERRA DENALI — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
24
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
69
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2015 GMC SIERRA DENALI
The 2015 GMC SIERRA DENALI has received a total of 24 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 69 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Service Brakes (7 complaints), Power Train (5 complaints), and Electrical System (3 complaints).
Recalls for the 2015 GMC SIERRA DENALI
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2015 GMC SIERRA DENALI. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2015 GMC SIERRA DENALI
24 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 GMC SIERRA DENALI. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Diesel | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebodyroof And Pillars | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 Denali. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power with the “Engine Power Failure” warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was later towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel system had failed and there were metal shavings in the fuel system. The contact was informed that the fuel system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
See attached document for complaint.
The contact owns a 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali. The contact stated that while shifting the vehicle from park(P) to drive(D), the vehicle hesitated and then jerked into gear. The contact stated that the entire vehicle was shaking when it jerked into gear. The contact stated that the failure was also occurred while shifting the vehicle into reverse(R). Additionally, the failure occurred while slowing down for a traffic signal. The contact stated that the failure was a constant. The contact stated she had not noticed any warning lights during the failure. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer who advised the contact that there were no open recalls for the transmission on the VIN. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
4 MONTHS AGO THE DISPLAY PORTRAYED A MESSAGE STATING, TRAILER BRAKE WARNING, HAVE SYSTEM CHECKED. SINCE THAT TIME I HAVE ATTEMPTED ON NUMEROUS TO HAVE MY VEHICLE CHECKED. BUT AS OF THIS DATE I HAVE NOT BEEN TO HAVE ANY DEALERSHIP LOOK AT MY VEHICLE. I HAVE BEEN TOLD BY DEALERSHIP THAT THE VEHICLE COMPUTER SHOWS A HISTORY BUT NO CURRENT ERROR CODES, AND THEY CAN NOT WORK ON VEHICLE UNTIL IT HAS CURRENT CODES. SO I HAVE A TRUCK THAT IS DESIGNED TO TOW CARGO/VEHICLE BUT I AM NOT ABLE TO USE MY TRUCK FOR THAT PURPOSE BECAUSE OF THIS WARNING MESSAGE. I HAVE CONTACTED DEALERSHIPS, CUSTOMER SERVICE WITH GMC AND EVEN FILED A COMPLAINT WITH TENNESSEE DEPT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS, BUT NO ONE WANTS TO HELP WITH MY PROBLEM. I HAVE NOTICED ON THE INTERNET THAT I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH THIS ISSUE. DANGEROUS SITUATION SHOULD SOMEONE USE VEHICLE TOWING. BIGGEST PROBLEM GM DOES NOT WANT TO EVEN ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THEY HAVE A PROBLEM.
AC BLOWS HOT AIR QONT GOLD FREON FOR LONGER THEN WEEK AND HALF AND IS BACK TO HOT AIR..LEAD TO BELIEVE ITS THE AC CONDENSER HAS FAILED
Safety Rating for the 2015 GMC SIERRA DENALI
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2015 GMC SIERRA DENALI in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 GMC SIERRA DENALI
General Motors, LLC has issued 69 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2015 GMC SIERRA DENALI. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
24-NA-040 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This service bulletin provides information on All hazmat parts being returned to the Warranty Parts Center (WPC) must be shipped using Central Transport. Hazardous materials should never be sent by air transportation to the WPC.
20NA142 — EQUIPMENT
This Technical bulletin provides a repair to correct a condition of Shudder/Surging While Driving.
150601002I — BACK OVER PREVENTION
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to repair the valve lifter oil manifold and/or lifters to correct the customers concern of engine misfire, ticking noise and/or MIL Illuminated.
18NA183 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to check and repair the rear shackle and/or add lube to the leaf springs to correct the noise.
19NA138 — EQUIPMENT
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace high pressure pipes if found the cause of the fuel concerns.
120851002J — STRUCTURE
This informational bulletin provides technicians and dealership personnel with spray-in bed liner general information and repair procedures.
17NA166 — ENGINE
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to measure vibration and install engine mounts to correct a Rough Idle in Drive concern.
120851002I — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This informational bulletin provides technicians and dealership personnel with spray-in bed liner general information and repair procedures.
17067 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
17067 - Product Emissions Recall. General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall on certain vehicles equipped with a 6.6L diesel (LML) engine and dual fuel tanks (N2N). Under certain driving conditions, fuel may not be transferred from the rear fuel tank to the front fuel tank at...
18NA079 — VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the drivers front door window regulator motor and door wiring harness if water and/or corrosion is found in the connectors.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 GMC SIERRA DENALI
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the GMC SIERRA DENALI
- 2010 GMC SIERRA DENALI — 12 complaints
- 2011 GMC SIERRA DENALI — 40 complaints
- 2012 GMC SIERRA DENALI — 15 complaints
- 2013 GMC SIERRA DENALI — 10 complaints
- 2014 GMC SIERRA DENALI — 19 complaints
- 2015 GMC SIERRA DENALI (current)
- 2016 GMC SIERRA DENALI — 42 complaints
- 2017 GMC SIERRA DENALI — 13 complaints
- 2018 GMC SIERRA DENALI — 23 complaints
- 2019 GMC SIERRA DENALI — 46 complaints
- 2020 GMC SIERRA DENALI — 9 complaints
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