2016 GMC SIERRA DENALI — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
42
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
24
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 GMC SIERRA DENALI
The 2016 GMC SIERRA DENALI has received a total of 42 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 24 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Train (9 complaints), Service Brakes (8 complaints), and Steering (6 complaints).
Recalls for the 2016 GMC SIERRA DENALI
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 GMC SIERRA DENALI. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2016 GMC SIERRA DENALI
42 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 GMC SIERRA DENALI. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 9 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lightingtail Lights | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra Denali. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the rear windshield exploded without impact. The contact stated that the rear fogger had been activated independently. There were no injuries sustained. There was water located in the third taillight. The contact noticed there was mold and mildew in the taillight. The contact was seeking assistance from the insurance company. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that there were no recalls on the VIN related to the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra Denali. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the rear windshield exploded without impact. The contact stated that the rear fogger had been activated independently. There were no injuries sustained. There was water located in the third taillight. The contact noticed there was mold and mildew in the taillight. The contact was seeking assistance from the insurance company. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that there were no recalls on the VIN related to the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra Denali. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the rear windshield exploded without impact. The contact stated that the rear fogger had been activated independently. There were no injuries sustained. There was water located in the third taillight. The contact noticed there was mold and mildew in the taillight. The contact was seeking assistance from the insurance company. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that there were no recalls on the VIN related to the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
WHILE DRIVING 70MPH ON HIGHWAY SUNROOF EXPLODED. SCREEN WAS IN PLACE SO GLASS SHARDS DID NOT ENTER THE CABIN. THERE WAS NOT AN OVERPASS NOR LARGE TRUCKS IN THE AREA TO BE CAUSED BY DEBRIS OR THROWN ROCKS.
WHILE DRIVING 70MPH ON HIGHWAY SUNROOF EXPLODED. SCREEN WAS IN PLACE SO GLASS SHARDS DID NOT ENTER THE CABIN. THERE WAS NOT AN OVERPASS NOR LARGE TRUCKS IN THE AREA TO BE CAUSED BY DEBRIS OR THROWN ROCKS.
Safety Rating for the 2016 GMC SIERRA DENALI
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 GMC SIERRA DENALI in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 GMC SIERRA DENALI
General Motors, LLC has issued 24 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 GMC SIERRA DENALI. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
15-00-89-004F — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
18NA361 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to flush the cooler lines to validate if there is excessive debris in the fuel system caused by a failed part.
PIP4723D — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
PIT5288G — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have any of these concerns remote keyless entry, passive Entry and Start Inoperative, No Fob detect message on driver information center, service tire pressure system, no audio, touch screen Inoperative, Steering Wheel Controls Inoperative, Service Stabilitrak, rear...
PIE0529 — POWER TRAIN
This engineering information bulletin is requesting information from the field to validate a field fix. Before contacting engineers, remove the transmission oil pan and inspect for nickel to quarter size pieces of aluminum debris in the oil pan. The 2-3-4-6-8 and 4-5-6-7-8 reverse clutch assembly and the 1-3-5-6-7 clutch assembly...
18NA103 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Technical Bulletin provides information to correct a customer concern of a siren or whine noise from the in-tank fuel pump at temperatures below -6C or 20F, accompanied by start and stall, no start, loss of power and MIL illuminated. Technicians may find DTCs P0087, P018B, P228A, P228B or P2635...
PI1354H — TIRES
This preliminary bulletin provides additional guidance for diagnosing vibrations or disturbances that may occur on full size pickups and how to correct and repair.
070842006M — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This informational bulletin provides technicians with information on available BCM calibrations to restore bulb outage detection on vehicles produced by a second stage manufacturer (Upfitter), and/or turn signals flash fast after factory box removed.
PIE0429 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from the field on vehicles that have a malfunction indicator lamp illuminated and a DTC of P154A set.
PIE0376A — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
This engineer informational bulletin ends the need for information from the field on vehicles that have the condition of Check Engine Light Illuminated and DTC P0751 Set on Vehicles Under 5,000 Miles.
Showing 10 of 24 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 GMC SIERRA DENALI
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the GMC SIERRA DENALI
- 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 — 24 complaints
- 2016 GMC SIERRA DENALI (current)
- 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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