GMC Canyon complaints by model year
1,434 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2024 | 206 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2023 | 62 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 2022 | 26 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 2020 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 52 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | 66 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 | 270 | 8 | 2 | 4 |
| 2015 | 303 | 7 | 4 | 8 |
| 2012 | 23 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 2011 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2010 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2009 | 27 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 2008 | 38 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 2007 | 42 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 2006 | 48 | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| 2005 | 113 | 6 | 2 | 3 |
| 2004 | 80 | 3 | 4 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 159 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 12 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 12 | 20 | 26 | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 18 | 27 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| Engine | 14 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 1 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 12 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 2 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 19 | 10 | 2 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 13 | 3 | 1 |
| Steering | 8 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
GMC Canyon recalls (31)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Canyon model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V114000 | Feb 26, 2026 | Missing Owner's Manual/FMVSS 208 | 2025, 2026 | 63.2% |
| 25V856000 | Dec 11, 2025 | Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly/FMVSS 208 | 2024, 2025, 2026 | 69.7% |
| 24V703000 | Sep 19, 2024 | Improperly Tightened Seat Belt Bolt | 2023 | 96% |
| 24V673000 | Sep 12, 2024 | Headlights May Flicker/FMVSS 108 | 2024 | 96.3% |
| 24V491000 | Jun 28, 2024 | Fuel Pump Improperly Secured to Fuel Tank Assembly | 2024 | 92.8% |
| 24V237000 | Mar 28, 2024 | Front Wheel Hub Bolts Over-Tightened | 2023 | 88.2% |
| 24V133000 | Feb 22, 2024 | Emergency Braking Can Activate Unexpectedly | 2023 | 93.2% |
| 22V375000 | May 26, 2022 | Front Passenger Seat Frame Not Welded Properly | 2022 | 90.6% |
| 21V497000 | Jul 1, 2021 | Incorrect Load Carrying Capacity Label/FMVSS 110 | 2021 | 100% |
| 21V213000 | Mar 25, 2021 | Loss of Power Steering Assist | 2015 | 78.7% |
| 20V811000 | Dec 23, 2020 | Incorrect Bolts Used To Attach Seat Belts | 2021 | 93.8% |
| 18V358000 | May 31, 2018 | Fuel Pump Flange Weld may Fracture | 2015–2018 | 96.9% |
| 17V621000 | Oct 5, 2017 | Improper Air Bag Inflation | 2015, 2016 | 93.8% |
| 16V125000 | Mar 2, 2016 | Improper Air Bag Inflation | 2016 | 95.7% |
| 16V054000 | Feb 1, 2016 | Loss of Power Steering Assist | 2015 | 93% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/cc 4wd |
| 2025 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/cc 4wd |
| 2024 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/cc 4wd |
| 2023 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/cc 4wd |
| 2022 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/ec 2wd |
| 2021 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/cc 2wd |
| 2020 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/cc 2wd |
| 2019 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/cc 4wd |
| 2018 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/ec 4wd |
| 2017 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/cc 4wd |
| 2016 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/cc 4wd |
| 2015 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/ec 4wd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
GMC Canyon FAQ
How many recalls has the GMC Canyon had?
NHTSA lists 31 recall campaigns that cover at least one GMC Canyon model year from 2004 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which GMC Canyon year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2015 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (303) and the 2010 the fewest (8). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common GMC Canyon problems?
Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the exterior lighting, electrical system, power train in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the GMC Canyon get?
EPA rates the 2026 GMC Canyon at 16 to 20 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.