2023 GMC Canyon
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Driver Assistance & Speed Control
Driver Assistance & Speed Control leads by volume: 25 of 60 complaints (42%) mention it.
Complaints filed rose from 25 in 2022 to 60 in 2023.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | vs. 2023 gas-powered vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,850–4,050 | 2,850–4,050 | 3,100–3,900 | 3,100–3,900 | 3,100–3,900 | |
| Combined MPG | 18–23 | 19–23 | 16–20 | 16–20 | 16–20 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 16–20 / 22–30 | 17–20 / 24–30 | 16–18 / 16–23 | 16–19 / 16–23 | 16–19 / 16–23 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 413–494 | 413–465 | 446–539 | 443–564 | 434–564 | |
| Complaints filed | 11 | 25 | 60 | 205 | 8 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 6 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2023 GMC Canyon have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 GMC Canyon?
Driver Assistance & Speed Control: 25 of 60 NHTSA complaints (42%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2023 GMC Canyon get?
EPA rates it 16–20 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 GMC Canyon?
EPA estimates $3,100–$3,900 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 2WD | 18 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | 20 mpg (high) | $3,100 (low) | 446 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg | 21 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,300 | 467 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg | 20 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 495 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 16 mpg (low) | 16 mpg (low) | 16 mpg (low) | $3,900 (high) | 539 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 20 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 25 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS · Campaign 24V703000 · Sep 23, 2024
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the left and right front seat belt buckle attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242453720.
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS · Campaign 24V237000 · Mar 28, 2024
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Damaged bolts may loosen or break, which can result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232431480.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:CAMERA/SENSOR · Campaign 24V133000 · Feb 22, 2024
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Unexpected automatic emergency braking can cause the vehicle to abruptly stop or slow down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the front camera module (FCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A232424660.