2026 GMC CANYON
2 recalls, 8 complaints - 4/5 safety rating
26V114000 Feb 26, 2026
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Defect Description
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 Coup... Read more
Consequence
Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac... Read more
25V856000 Dec 11, 2025
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
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 S... Read more
Consequence
An air bag that deploys improperly increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the SDM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252533510. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTS... Read more
Complaint Statistics
8 total complaints
1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| BACK OVER PREVENTION | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS | 1 |
POWER TRAIN
Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Sep 9, 2026
I’ve included all my repair orders regarding to coolant smell/leak and transmission shutter. I purchased my truck on XXX. We had planned a family vacation to [XXX], and we were driving up when I felt the transmission shutter at around 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. while cruising at approximately 55 to 62 mph.... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Sep 9, 2026
I’ve included all my repair orders regarding to coolant smell/leak and transmission shutter. I purchased my truck on XXX. We had planned a family vacation to [XXX], and we were driving up when I felt the transmission shutter at around 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. while cruising at approximately 55 to 62 mph.... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Sep 9, 2026
I’ve included all my repair orders regarding to coolant smell/leak and transmission shutter. I purchased my truck on XXX. We had planned a family vacation to [XXX], and we were driving up when I felt the transmission shutter at around 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. while cruising at approximately 55 to 62 mph.... Read more
STEERING
Aug 10, 2026
Incident date: Aug 8, 2026
The steering wheel is sticking while driving down the road. This happens all the time while driving. If you move the steering wheel it will go back to normal.
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Jul 27, 2026
Incident date: Jul 22, 2026
The contact owns a 2021 Ram Promaster 2500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in reverse(R), the rear-view camera displayed a blank screen. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V552000 (Back Over Prevention) and associated the failure with the recall. The local d... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jul 1, 2026
Incident date: Jun 30, 2026
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light was illuminated, and the vehicle was idling rough while driving. While inspecting the vehicle, it was discovered that the engine coolant was extremely low. The contact stated that... Read more
SEAT BELTS
May 11, 2026
Incident date: May 7, 2026
Driving approximately 20 mph, on a smooth road, in a retirement community, the drivers seat airbag explosively inflated without warning. The seatbelts are locked and unusable, the seat bolster is shredded, the driver door panel is disconnected as is the exterior rocker cover. I am afraid to drive ... Read more
1 injured
ENGINE
Mar 31, 2026
Incident date: Mar 31, 2026
Coolant intrusion into engine from poor design. A known issue which causes overheating which may cause fires or engine failure while driving. With thousands of Ford escape owners affected. It has a recall on certain models but models that aren't on the recall are also affected.
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2026 GMC CANYON
2026 GMC CANYON PU/CC N/A 4WD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 3 / 5 ★★★☆☆ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★★★☆☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 0.0% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
GMC CANYON - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the GMC CANYON across all model years (2004, 2026).
54
Total Recalls
1,957
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
82
Reported Crashes
37
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
GMC CANYON - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (current) | 2 | 8 | |
| 2025 | 2 | 13 | View |
| 2024 | 3 | 258 | View |
| 2023 | 3 | 108 | View |
| 2022 | 1 | 42 | View |
| 2021 | 2 | 14 | View |
| 2020 | 0 | 20 | View |
| 2019 | 0 | 22 | View |
| 2018 | 1 | 72 | View |
| 2017 | 1 | 91 | View |
| 2016 | 4 | 355 | View |
| 2015 | 8 | 401 | View |
| 2012 | 2 | 30 | View |
| 2011 | 5 | 20 | View |
| 2010 | 2 | 9 | View |
| 2009 | 3 | 35 | View |
| 2008 | 2 | 68 | View |
| 2007 | 3 | 61 | View |
| 2006 | 4 | 81 | View |
| 2005 | 3 | 146 | View |
| 2004 | 3 | 103 | View |