2012 GMC yukon denali Denali
1GKS2EEF4CR222218
Vehicle history report for the 2012 GMC yukon denali (VIN 1GKS2EEF4CR222218). White. Title: Clean. 146,637 mi reported. Registered in Ar. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
![2012 GMC yukon denali Denali, White, Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV] — representative vehicle photo for VIN 1GKS2EEF4CR222218](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e6/GMC_Yukon_Denali_--_01-01-2012.jpg)
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Safety recalls None found
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 117 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 GMC yukon denali, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 117
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2012 GMC yukon denali.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Yesterday while unloading the rear of our 2021 GMC Yukon Denali the tailgate came down on me without warning and with force. I googled to see what might have caused this to happen and it stated that the struts might be worn out. (I am having that checked out today) Fortunately, I am a 6 foot 220 pound man and was not hurt but just the day before my 14 year o…
NHTSA ODI #11609310UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dashboard cracked, afraid that if airbag deploys shards of dashboard will come flying at both driver and passenger. It started as a little crack, than expanded across the entire dashboard
NHTSA ODI #11566052AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE
The problem started a couple of years ago as a small crack in the dashboard at the upper left corner of the airbag. The crack widened and lengthened after replacement of the air bag last year. Then the dash cracked earlier this year at the crown above the instrument cluster. It has completely separated and is nearly 12” in length. Not only does it rattle to …
NHTSA ODI #11559602AIR BAGS
The contact's son owned a 2012 GMC Yukon. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V051000 (Air Bags) and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list as her son no longer owns the vehicle. The local dealer and manufacturer were contacted.
NHTSA ODI #11554375UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dash panel cracked via design defect. Damage has spread and poses a safety risk if airbags are deployed.
NHTSA ODI #11517424POWER TRAIN
I HAVE A 2012 GMC YUKON DENALI XL THAT STARTED HAVING TRANSMISSION "6L80" ISSUES AT 120,000 MILES.(03/20/2019) BEAMAN GMC STATED THE TRANSMISSION WAS OUT AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. OF COURSE JUST OUT OF WARRANTY. SO ON I SPENT $6031.19 TO HAVE IT REPLACED/REBUILT, NOW 80,000 MILES LATER ON 3/24/2023 I JUST HAD TO HAVE IT REPLACED/REBUILT AGAIN FOR THE SAM…
NHTSA ODI #11514664UNKNOWN OR OTHER
For no apparent reason the dashboard is cracking. It started on driver side now there is another one near airbag and by speaker. This vehicle is well maintained and there should be no excuse for this
NHTSA ODI #11462127UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Cracks in the dash in two places. Next to the passenger air bag and on the curve above the instrucment panel on the drivers side.
NHTSA ODI #11443404+ 109 more complaints on record.
