The Verdict
Worst problem area
Visibility & Lighting
Visibility & Lighting leads by volume: 160 of 207 complaints (77%) mention it.
Complaints filed rose from 62 in 2023 to 207 in 2024.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 207
- Recall campaigns
- 3
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $3,100–$3,900
- Combined MPG
- 16–20
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2024 gas-powered vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,850–4,300 | 3,100–3,900 | 3,100–3,900 | 3,100–3,900 | 3,100–3,900 | |
| Combined MPG | 19–23 | 16–20 | 16–20 | 16–20 | 16–20 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17–20 / 24–30 | 16–18 / 16–23 | 16–19 / 16–23 | 16–19 / 16–23 | 16–19 / 16–23 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 413–465 | 446–539 | 443–564 | 434–564 | 443–564 | |
| Complaints filed | 29 | 62 | 207 | 8 | 8 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 6 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 |
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 2024 GMC Canyon have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2024 GMC Canyon?
Visibility & Lighting: 160 of 207 NHTSA complaints (77%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2024 GMC Canyon get?
EPA rates it 16–20 MPG combined across 5 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2024 GMC Canyon?
EPA estimates $3,100–$3,900 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (5)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 18 mpg | 22 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,300 | 468 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 2WD | 19 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | 20 mpg (high) | $3,100 (low) | 443 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | 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) | 564 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg | 20 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 494 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 527 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 160 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 10 | 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)
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE; AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Defect
- 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, “Occupant Crash Protection."
- 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 NHTSA.gov on December 11, 2025.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Defect
- 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."
- Consequence
- Headlights flickering can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace a module in the headlight, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242468880.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:MOUNTING PLATE/FLANGE
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and fully lock the fuel tank lock ring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 13, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC Customer Call Center at (888) 988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N242451330.