2022 GMC CanyonProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 29 owner complaints about the 2022 GMC Canyon, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 22V-375 the manufacturer reports only 82% of affected cars repaired.

2022 GMC Canyon

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 3, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Complaints by system

Where the 2022 GMC Canyon has problems

29 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Electrical system150
Steering60
Power train50
Fuel/propulsion system30
Engine30
Air bags21
Structure20
Back over prevention20
Exterior lighting10
3 other systems30

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

1 recall

2022 GMC Canyon recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

82%repaired · 2024 Q2

Seats: critical fasteners

Recall 22V-375 · May 26, 2022 · 1,631 vehicles · 1,340 repaired

Risk. An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with GMC.

Best & worst years

2022 vs. every other Canyon year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Canyon median. How we score

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  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2022 GMC Canyon safety ratings

2022 GMC Canyon PU/CC 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

★★★★★Overall rating
  • Rollover: 3 stars (21.2% risk)
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: Optional
  • Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words

What Canyon owners report

Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

October 22, 2026 General Motors Customer Assistance Subject: Request for Reimbursement for Thermostat Repair – DTC P0128 – 2022 Chevrolet V6 – Special Coverage Bulletin #N242484760 Dear General Motors Customer Assistance, I am writing to formally request reimbursement for the thermostat repair…
Complaint 11775476 · Nov 3, 2026
Could not turn the ignition key off beyond the Accessory position in order to turn the key completely off to remove the ignition key. The key would stick in the ON oor Accessory position. The problem was in the microswitch button on the console shifter, the front button is pushed in to enable…
Complaint 11769436 · Oct 6, 2026
The ignition key gets stuck in the ignition after shutting off the car. The key may not be removed from the ignition. The failure of the transmission shift control mechanism directly impacts the safe, mechanical operation of the vehicle's powertrain and transmission park-lock functions. The vehicle…
Complaint 11758789 · Aug 22, 2026

Own a 2022 Canyon?

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