GMC

Canyon (2nd)

2015-2025 · Pickup Β· 5 engines
Best Engine βœ… Recommended (4.1)
996 NHTSA Complaints
20 Recalls
8 Fire Reports
23 Crash Reports
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NHTSA Safety Ratings About NHTSA ratings

Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard & Optional LDW: Standard & Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard & Optional LDW: Standard & Optional
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
β€”
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard & Optional LDW: Standard & Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard & Optional LDW: Standard & Optional
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
β€”
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
β€”
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard & Optional LDW: Standard
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard & Optional LDW: Standard
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.2% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (22.0% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.2% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (22.0% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.2% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (22.0% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.2% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (22.0% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.2% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (22.0% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.2% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (22.0% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.2% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (22.0% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (22.0% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional
Overall β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
3/5 (21.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Optional LDW: Optional

Engine Reliability Ratings

GMC Canyon Unidentified Engine

βœ… Recommended (4.1)
22 complaints 3.7 per year
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Complaint Breakdown

transmission
9
steering
6
electrical
5
engine
5
brakes
2

Known Issues

Transmission Issues (9 complaints)
Steering Issues (6 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (5 complaints)

LCV - SIDI; DCVCP; VVT; E0-E100, ALUM

2.5L 4-cyl
⚠️ Caution (2.9)
55 complaints 7.0 per year Gasoline
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

steering
22
electrical
15
brakes
11
safety systems
7
transmission
7

Known Issues

Steering Issues (22 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (15 complaints)
Brakes Issues (11 complaints)

Same engine used in

LWN - EUR04, DI: Direct Injection

2.8L 4-cyl Turbo
⚠️ Caution (2.6)
58 complaints 12.5 per year Diesel
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

steering
15
transmission
14
engine
14
electrical
12
fuel system
7

Known Issues

Steering Issues (15 complaints)
Transmission Issues (14 complaints)
Engine Issues (14 complaints)

L3B

2.7L 4-cyl Turbo
⚠️ Caution (2.4)
263 complaints 87.7 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

exterior
162
electrical
44
safety systems
34
engine
25
brakes
21

Known Issues

Exterior Issues (162 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (44 complaints)
Safety Systems Issues (34 complaints)

LFX - SIDI, VVT, E85 MAX, ALUM

3.6L 6-cyl
❌ Avoid (1.6)
597 complaints 177.0 per year Gasoline
6 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

steering
369
electrical
122
transmission
108
engine
44
other
25

Known Issues

Steering Issues (369 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (122 complaints)
Transmission Issues (108 complaints)
Show 1 additional engine variant with limited data
These engines appear in fewer than 10 owner complaints and aren't included in the main ratings above. Low counts can mean a genuinely clean record, but they can also reflect VIN-decode anomalies in NHTSA data. Treat as informational, not as a confident rating.

Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the GMC Canyon regardless of engine variant.

Steering Issues (412 complaints)
steering critical
Electrical System Issues (198 complaints)
electrical critical
Exterior Issues (162 complaints)
exterior moderate
Transmission Issues (131 complaints)
transmission critical
Engine Issues (83 complaints)
engine critical

Recalls (20)

26V114000Feb 25, 2026serious
Equipment

General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, β€œOccupant Protection.”

25V856000Nov 11, 2025serious
Air Bags

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024–2026 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV vehicles. Incorrect sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software may cause a second stage passenger air bag deployment when only a first stage is intended. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, β€œOccupant Crash Protection."

24V491000Jun 27, 2024serious
Fuel System

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The lock ring that secures the fuel pump to the fuel tank assembly may not have been fully locked during assembly, which can result in a fuel leak during a crash.

24V237000Mar 27, 2024serious
Wheels

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front wheel hub bolts may have been over-tightened and damaged during installation.

24V133000Feb 21, 2024serious
Electrical System

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front camera module (FCM) system may falsely detect an obstacle, causing the automatic emergency braking (AEB) to engage unexpectedly.

24V703000Sep 18, 2024serious
Seat Belts

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Chevrolet Colorado and 2023 GMC Canyon vehicles. The left or right front seat may have a seat belt buckle attachment bolt that was not tightened properly.

24V673000Dec 8, 2024serious
Exterior Lighting

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 GMC Canyon vehicles. The headlights may flicker while driving and while the vehicle is in park. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

22V375000May 25, 2022serious
Seats

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado vehicles equipped with a manual passenger seat. The front passenger seat may have a hook attachment that was not properly welded, allowing it to separate from the inboard track of the seat frame.

21V213000Mar 24, 2021serious
Steering

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The power steering assist may be lost due to a poor electrical connection within the steering gear assembly.

21V497000Jan 6, 2021serious
Equipment

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 GMC Canyon vehicles. The load carrying capacity printed on the Tire and Loading Information placard is 22.5 kg (51 lbs.) more than intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

20V811000Dec 22, 2020serious
Seat Belts

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.

18V358000May 30, 2018serious
Fuel System

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.

17V621000May 9, 2017serious
Air Bags

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado, and 2016 Chevrolet Volt vehicles. The driver's frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash.

16V125000Feb 2, 2016serious
Air Bags

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Colorado vehicles manufactured January 19, 2016, to February 2, 2016, Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured January 9, 2016, to January 26, 2016, and 2016 GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured January 21, 2016, to February 4, 2016. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash.

16V054000Jan 1, 2016serious
Steering

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Colorado vehicles manufactured January 6, 2015, to March 17, 2015, and 2015 GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured January 6, 2015, to March 19, 2015. A poor electrical connection within the steering gear connector may cause a loss of power steering assist.

15V157000Mar 17, 2015serious
Air Bags

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Colorado vehicles manufactured September 15, 2014, to January 21, 2015, and 2015 GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured October 3, 2014, to December 9, 2014. The affected vehicles have a front driver air bag inflator that may be misaligned to the air bag module backplate. This can cause the inflator to separate from the backplate during a deployment.

15V278000Dec 4, 2015serious
Service Brakes

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Colorado, and GMC Canyon trucks manufactured January 6, 2014, to December 24, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience the front brake calipers leaking brake fluid. This is due to air pockets, an imperfection in the metal caliper body.

15V267000Aug 4, 2015serious
Seats

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon trucks manufactured January 6, 2014, to April 1, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the hooks that secure the driver's and/or front passenger's seat frame may not have been properly attached to the vehicle body during assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."

15V807000Jan 11, 2015serious
Latches/Locks/Linkages

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Colorado trucks manufactured August 25, 2015 to September 24, 2015, and GMC Canyon trucks manufactured August 28, 2015 to September 24, 2015. The affected vehicles have a console compartment lid latch assembly that may fail to keep the compartment door closed in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."

14V645000Sep 9, 2014serious
Air Bags

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured January 6, 2014, to October 1, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the driver air bag connections may have been wired incorrectly. This could reverse the deployment sequence and disrupt the deployment timing of the driver air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2015-2025 GMC Canyon problems?

The 2015-2025 GMC Canyon has accumulated 996 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Steering, Electrical System, Exterior. As with any used vehicle, an inspection before buying and a vehicle history report are recommended.

Which GMC Canyon engine is most reliable?

The 2015-2025 GMC Canyon was offered with 6 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2.5L 4-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2015-2025 GMC Canyon a good used car?

The 2015-2025 GMC Canyon can be a sound used car depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 996 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2015-2025 GMC Canyon have?

The 2015-2025 GMC Canyon has 996 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2015-2025 GMC Canyon?

There are 20 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2015-2025 GMC Canyon vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN β€” check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used GMC Canyon?

Before buying a used GMC Canyon, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Steering, Electrical System, Exterior, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

What are the NHTSA crash test ratings for the Canyon?

The 2025 GMC Canyon received an overall 4-star safety rating from NHTSA. Frontal crash: 4 stars. Side crash: 5 stars. Rollover: 3 stars. Electronic Stability Control: Standard. Forward Collision Warning: Standard & Optional. Lane Departure Warning: Standard & Optional. These ratings are based on standardized crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 996 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-05-23.

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