repaired · 2026 Q3
Air bag/restraint control module: software
NewRisk. An air bag that deploys improperly increases the risk of injury in a crash.
2024 GMC CanyonProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 208 owner complaints about the 2024 GMC Canyon, most often about the exterior lighting. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-491 the manufacturer reports only 93% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 8, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2024 GMC Canyon has problems
208 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
159Exterior lighting
26Electrical system
15Engine
12Service brakes
10Forward collision avoidance
5Power train
5Steering
2Lane departure
2Vehicle speed control
1310 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 159 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 26 | 0 |
| Engine | 15 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 12 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 10 | 0 |
| Power train | 5 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 |
| 10 other systems | 13 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2024 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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Exterior lighting: headlights
Risk. Headlights flickering can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Fuel pump: mounting plate/flange
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
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
2024 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
'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2024 GMC Canyon safety ratings
2024 GMC Canyon PU/CC 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
- Rollover: 3 stars (0.0% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional
- Lane departure warning: Standard & Optional
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2024 GMC Canyon, and the recalls they led to.
- Electronic Brake Module Component FailureOpen
In owners' words
What Canyon owners report
Recent exterior lighting complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The dealer did not fix the recall item on my truck as posted here. The dealers service department confirmed with me on multiple occasions that the recall was not fixed as annotated, but since the dealer was paid for the recall (because it was posted to the system) I am still on a waiting list for…
While addressing the Headlamp Flicker recall N242468880 another problem was caused. The Drivers side headlamp is always on high-beam There is no way to turn it off. I have had two incidents where oncoming traffic has crossed the double yellow line. The dealer states that the entire headlight mist…
When the right turn signal cancels after completing a right turn, the left turn signal activates, flashing 3 times. This appears to be the result of a defective design with the turn signal level. The dealer has acknowledged the problem and has stated that there is a bulletin from GM from several…
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