Is the GMC Canyon Reliable?
2004–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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GMC Canyon Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 3 | — | — | 78 | Good |
| 2025 | 2 | 8 | 1 | — | 76 | Good |
| 2024 | 2 | 118 | — | — | 67 | Good |
| 2023 | 3 | 44 | 3 | — | 78 | Good |
| 2022 | 1 | 24 | 1 | — | 87 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 1 | 8 | 9 | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 0 | 12 | 1 | — | 91 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 0 | 9 | — | — | 97 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 1 | 32 | 1 | — | 89 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 1 | 36 | 1 | — | 91 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Canyon Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Canyon scores 19 points above the average truck — a strong result.
Known GMC Canyon Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 294 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GMC Canyon reliable?+
The GMC Canyon scores 84/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 13 recall campaigns and 294 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Canyon is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2019 Canyon achieved the highest reliability score of 97/100 with 0 recalls and 9 complaints.
How many miles does a Canyon last?+
With consistent maintenance, most GMC Canyon owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Canyon will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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