Recalls
5campaigns
1 latch · 1 power train · 1 visibility
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
12filed
Owner reports, 2007–2018 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Fuel economy
21mpg combined
$3,110/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
2.9 L 4-cyl· 4-speed automatic
16 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (5)
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2011 GMC Canyon. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Secondary Hood Latch/FMVSS 113
Latches/locks/linkages · hood · latch
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- General Motors is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured from November 9, 2009, through August 28, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 113, "Hood Latch System." The hood may be missing the secondary hood latch.
- Consequence
- If the primary hood latch is not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly. During vehicle operation, this could obstruct the view of the driver and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- General Motors will notify owners and instruct them to inspect their vehicle for the presence of a secondary hood latch. Dealers will replace the hood on any affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on January 17, 2013. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
Repair progress not yet reported118,800 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 12V594000
Listed for 2011 GMC Canyon. Not checked against your VIN.
FMVSS 102 & 114/SHIFT LEVER & THEFT PREVENTION
Power train · automatic transmission · gear position indication (prndl)
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 CHEVROLET COLORADO AND GMC CANYON PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.9 OR 3.7 LITER ENGINE AND A FOUR-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FOR FAILING TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER SEQUENCE, STARTER INTERLOCK, AND TRANSMISSION BRAKING EFFECT," AND FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION." THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ADJUSTMENT CLIP THAT MAY NOT RETAIN THE SHIFT CABLE IN THE CORRECT POSITION. IF THE SHIFT CABLE IS NOT IN THE CORRECT POSITION, THE PRNDL SHIFT LEVER MAY NOT ACCURATELY REFLECT THE POSITION OF THE TRANSMISSION GEAR. THE DRIVER COULD MOVE THE SHIFTER TO "PARK" AND REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY, BUT THE TRANSMISSION GEAR MAY NOT BE IN "PARK."
- Consequence
- THE DRIVER MAY NOT BE ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE, AND THE VEHICLE COULD ROLL AWAY AS THE DRIVER OR OTHER OCCUPANTS EXIT THE VEHICLE OR HAVE EXITED, RESULTING IN THE POSSIBILITY OF THE VEHICLE STRIKING THEM OR SOMEONE AROUND THE VEHICLE, OR COULD RESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
- Remedy
- GM DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ADJUSTMENT CLIP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT JULY 19, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 AND GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.
Repair progress not yet reported6,768 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 11V337000
Listed for 2011 GMC Canyon. Not checked against your VIN.
WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR
Visibility · windshield wiper/washer · motor
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 CHEVROLET COLORADO AND GMC CANYON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 22, 2010, THROUGH NOVEMBER 5, 2010. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE THE CONDITION IN WHICH THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR CRANK ARM NUT MAY NOT BE TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATION. WHEN THE WIPERS ARE OPERATED WITH A BUILD-UP OF SNOW OR ICE, OR IF THE WIPERS ARE OPERATED ON A DRY WINDSHIELD, THE NUT COULD LOOSEN. IF THERE IS SUFFICIENT LOOSENING OF THE NUT, THE WIPERS COULD BECOME INOPERATIVE.
- Consequence
- DRIVER VISIBILITY COULD BE REDUCED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL SECURE THE WIPER MOTOR CRANK ARM NUT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE MAY 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 OR WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Repair progress not yet reported4,674 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 11V276000
Listed for 2011 GMC Canyon. Not checked against your VIN.
REAR AXLE CROSS PIN FRACTURE
Suspension · rear · axle · spindle
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, COLORADO, EXPRESS, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; AND GMC CANYON, SIERRA, SAVANA, YUKON AND YUKON XL VEHICLES. THE REAR AXLE CROSS PINS WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND COULD FRACTURE AND BECOME DISPLACED WITHIN THE REAR AXLE. SHOULD THE PIN SHIFT OUT OF POSITION, IT COULD CREATE AN INTERFERENCE CONDITION AND CAUSE THE REAR AXLE TO LOCK.
- Consequence
- THE DRIVER MAY NOT BE ABLE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW REAR AXLE CROSS PIN FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 AND AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Repair progress not yet reported30,566 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 11V007000
Listed for 2011 GMC Canyon. Not checked against your VIN.
CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS FMVSS 225
Child seat
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2011, CHEVROLET COLORADO, GMC CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006, ISUZU I-280/I-350, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2008, I-290/I-370, REGULAR CAB VEHICLES AND EXTENDED CAB VEHICLES WITHOUT A REAR SEAT AND EQUIPPED WITH A FRONT 60/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR FOR THE FRONT CENTER SEAT IS NOT ACCESSIBLE AND THE OWNER MANUAL DOES NOT INCLUDE INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING HOW TO USE THE TOP TETHER.
- Consequence
- BOTH NHTSA AND GM DISCOURAGE PLACEMENT OF A CHILD IN A FRONT SEAT. NEVERTHELESS, THERE ARE INDIVIDUAL CIRCUMSTANCES THAT MAY REQUIRE PLACEMENT OF A CHILD IN A RESTRAINT IN THE FRONT CENTER SEATING POSITION OF THIS VEHICLE THAT DOES NOT OFFER A REAR SEAT. LACK OF ACCESS TO THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR AND A LACK OF INSTRUCTIONS AS TO HOW TO USE IT, MAY RESULT IN IMPROPER INSTALLATION OF A CHILD RESTRAINT. IMPROPER INSTALLATION OF A CHILD RESTRAINT CAN RESULT IN A REDUCTION IN THE RESTRAINT'S PERFORMANCE IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH AND AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD SEATED IN THE RESTRAINT.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL CUT A HOLE INTO THE BACK PANEL TRIM COVER TO ALLOW ACCESS TO THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR FOR THE FRONT CENTER SEAT POSITION AND WILL PROVIDE SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION AS TO USE IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727 OR VISIT GM'S WEBSITE AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Repair progress not yet reported192,676 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Owner complaints (12)
12 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The air bags is mentioned most often.
0involved a crash
0involved a fire
0injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 3 | 25% |
| Electrical system | 3 | 25% |
| Engine | 3 | 25% |
| Electronic stability control | 2 | 16.7% |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 16.7% |
| Power train | 2 | 16.7% |
| Service brakes | 2 | 16.7% |
| Structure | 1 | 8.3% |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 8.3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 8.3% |
How 2011 compares with other Canyon years
Best and worst Canyon years →200742
200838
200927
20108
201112
201223
2015303
2016270
201766
201852
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 42 | 3 |
| 2008 | 38 | 2 |
| 2009 | 27 | 3 |
| 2010 | 8 | 2 |
| 2011 | 12 | 5 |
| 2012 | 23 | 2 |
| 2015 | 303 | 8 |
| 2016 | 270 | 4 |
| 2017 | 66 | 1 |
| 2018 | 52 | 1 |
This year (2011)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 21 mpg combined
21
mpg combined
18
city
24
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,200
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 423 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Pickup Trucks
What it costs you to run
$3,110per year
$259per month
714gallons a year
Miles ÷ 21 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.9 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 2.9 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 2.9 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 2.9 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 2.9 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
| 2.9 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
| 3.7 L 5-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | $3,550 | 468 |
| 3.7 L 5-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | $3,550 | 468 |
| 3.7 L 5-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | $3,550 | 468 |
| 3.7 L 5-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 3.7 L 5-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 3.7 L 5-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | $3,950 | 523 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2011 GMC Canyon FAQ
How many recalls does the 2011 GMC Canyon have?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns: 12V594000 (latch), 11V337000 (power train), 11V276000 (visibility), 11V007000 (suspension), 10V575000 (seat). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2011 GMC Canyon problems?
Owners filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. Air bags (3), Electrical system (3), Engine (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2011 GMC Canyon get?
EPA rates the 2.9 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic version at 18 city, 24 highway and 21 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2011 Canyon compare with other years?
Among the 2007–2018 GMC Canyon model years at least five years old, the 2010 drew the fewest complaints (8) and the 2015 the most (303). The 2011 drew 12. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
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.
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