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2023 GMC Canyon: common problems and reliability
· 3rd generationOne of the worst Canyon years.
One of the GMC Canyon years to avoid. All Canyon years
62 owner complaints, most about electrical system. 3 recalls.
Should I buy a 2023 Canyon?The 2023 GMC Canyon has 62 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and forward collision avoidance. Owners most often flag infotainment and gauge cluster screens failing to display or going blank.
Safety record for the 2023 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2023 GMC Canyon vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Canyon years only. How we score it
Is 2023 a good year for the Canyon?
Across the 21 Canyon model years we track, complaint volume runs from 12 (2021) to 321 (2015). With 62 complaints, the 2023 Canyon sits above the model's median of 42.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2023 Canyon
electrical system:adas:driver monitoring:camera/sensor
Campaign 24V133000General 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.
wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Campaign 24V237000General 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.
seat belts:critical fasteners
Campaign 24V703000General 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.
What owners report on the 3rd generation Canyon
Owner sentiment for the 2023-2026 Canyon is mixed and heavily colored by the launch period.
- RecurrentInfotainment and gauge cluster screens failing to display or going blank
- RecurrentOvernight battery death
Attributed to software updates or modules waking for self-checks and not shutting off.
- RecurrentLong order waits and tech package constraints delaying delivery
- IsolatedStop-sale on 2024 models due to software problems
- Isolated"Reduced Acceleration" warning light, described by an owner as a software bug
Owner insights for the 3rd generation Canyon. Read the full 3rd generation owner report.
Typical used price
Used Canyon listings typically run $20,344–$36,188.
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