2023 GMC Canyon: common problems and reliability

The 2023 GMC Canyon has 54 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and forward collision avoidance. Owners most often flag poor real-world fuel economy (2.7l turbo) — reports of 13.5 - 19.8 mpg, significantly lower than expectations, particularly with all-terrain tires. frequency: recurrent.

Safety record for the 2023 model year

54
Owner complaints
3
Recalls
0
Crash reports
1
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2023 GMC Canyon vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

electrical system
18
forward collision avoidance
17
engine
10
service brakes
8
lane departure
6

Recalls affecting the 2023 Canyon

electrical system:adas:driver monitoring:camera/sensor

Campaign 24V133000

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 …

wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

Campaign 24V237000

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.

seat belts:critical fasteners

Campaign 24V703000

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.

What owners say across generations

Mixed to positive sentiment, heavily dependent on generation and powertrain. Long-term owners of the first-generation models (circa 2005-2012) report very high satisfaction with durability, describing them as "solid," "bulletproof," and capable of lasting well

  • Poor real-world fuel economy (2.7L Turbo) — Reports of 13.5 - 19.8 MPG, significantly lower than expectations, particularly with all-terrain tires. Frequency: recurrent.
  • Build quality / assembly issues (2024+ models) — Reports of loose frame bolts found under rear seats, suspension problems causing unstable highway ride, and general fit-and-finish concerns. Frequency: isolated.
  • Electrical problems (2024+ models) — Complete engine wiring harness failure due to rodent damage (attributed to soy-based coating), requiring replacement at low mileage. Other isolated reports of faulty ECMs causing no-start conditions and random stalling in earlier models. Frequency: isolated.
  • Transmission issues (specific model years) — Mention of "misbehaving" transmissions, particularly for the 2017 model year during a powertrain transition. Frequency: isolated.
  • Sensor and accessory failures (2015-2022 generation) — Reports of various engine/drivetrain sensor issues, AC compressor failure, and alternator replacement around 100,000+ miles. Frequency: isolated.

Owner insights cover all generations of the Canyon.

Typical used price

Used Canyon listings typically run $25,997–$39,790 across 2012 to 2026 model years.

Other Canyon model years

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