NHTSA Data Explorer
GMC Canyon
Data refreshed August 8, 2026
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Complaints
1,411
Active records
Recalls
31
Active records
TSBs
3,644
Active records
Filing history
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Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
0
Injuries
35
Crashes
41
Fires
22
Top reported issues — GMC Canyon
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Operating state
Steering behavior
Reporting mechanism
Driver assistance issue
Condition issue
Lighting behavior
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Electrical issue
Vibration/harshness
Performance issue
Braking behavior
Noise
Engine behavior
Starting behavior
Safety restraint issue
Thermal issue
Fluid issue
Infotainment behavior
Access/entry issue
HVAC behavior
Powering on/off behavior
Safety restraint behavior
Ride/handling behavior
Smell
Recent change
Wiper/washer behavior
Communication/network issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2021 GMC CANYON
Filed Jul 30, 2026
While driving a few days ago, power steering abruptly stopped working and a service power steering message appeared. It was very difficult to steer the vehicle back home. I've tried replacing the battery and resetting the steering sensor to no avail.
2018 GMC CANYON
Filed Jul 30, 2026
On many occasions, over several years of ownership, ''NEW in 2018, the trans has had violent shift Problems. I could only find 1, ONE instance where a person was injured'' by ANY of the GM 8L transmissions. My neck is hurting Now. I'm compelled to do this for Others who been Scammed by GM as they still sell a 8 speed rewrapped. I can't believe this has been protected against being called a SAFETY ISSUE By any Gov. agency. I got my truck in Retirement and Know I can't and won't Tow a Trailer or…
2022 GMC CANYON
Filed Jul 28, 2026
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that while the gear shifter was shifted to park(P), the contact was unable to remove the key from the ignition switch. The contact stated that after turning the steering wheel to the right in a certain way, the key was able to be removed from the ignition switch. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.
2026 GMC CANYON
Filed Jul 27, 2026
GM pushed a system update to my truck last week. I noticed the front bumper sensors are no longer working. In addition, the auto start-stop function no longer works.
2015 GMC CANYON
Filed Jul 24, 2026
Power steering and stabalink malfunction causing a radom and very dangerous complete power steering failure. GM was forced to do two recalls for this failure, one in 2016 and another in 2021 but they excluded any Canyon made after May of 2015. The recall should include these as well because their claimed fix did no such thing which is very dangerous to the occupants of the Canyon as well as other vehicle occupants on the road.
2016 GMC CANYON
Filed Jul 3, 2026
Was in my garage and started up my truck and seen an alert regarding the steering. Reversed truck and was un-able to steer the truck. Steering wheel would not move at all.
2023 GMC CANYON
Filed Jul 1, 2026
Trailer brakes continuously fault due to known problem GM technical bulletin 23-NA-149 This should be a recall. Nothing but the runaround getting it fixed by GM.
2026 GMC CANYON
Filed Jul 1, 2026
I was pushing the accelerator, and the transmission hesitated at about 45 mph. For about 2-3 seconds, the vehicle would not upshift. The RPMs revved, and finally the vehicle slam-shifted into gear. The vehicle drove normally for the rest of the drive cycle.
2016 GMC CANYON
Filed Jun 30, 2026
The contact owns a 2016 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the infotainment system and screen display became inoperable. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and it was determined that an unknown part needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
2018 GMC CANYON
Filed Jun 26, 2026
The truck have a bad shudder that can shake you off the road. They know about the issue because its been an issue with there vehicles. I have a 2020 colorado also with this dangerous issue.