GMC Canyon Electrical System Problems
Owners have filed 265 complaints with NHTSA about electrical system problems on the GMC Canyon across 20 model years. The 2016 model year has the most (37). The words owners use most often: “ignition switch” (6% of reports).
- 265electrical system complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 5mention a crash
- 3mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $730typical repair cost reported by owners
- 51%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Ignition switch: mentioned in 16 of 265 complaints (6%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical electrical system repair on the GMC Canyon at $730, and half of them between $620 and $890.
Based on 8 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2010–2026), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do electrical system problems happen?
Based on 133 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 265 complaints, 5 mention a crash, 15 a fire, 3 an injury.
GMC Canyon electrical system complaints by model year
| Model year | Electrical System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Canyon | 2 | 25% | — |
| 2024 Canyon | 26 | 13% | — |
| 2023 Canyon | 20 | 32% | 6,050 |
| 2022 Canyon | 13 | 48% | 36,746 |
| 2021 Canyon | 1 | 8% | — |
| 2020 Canyon | 3 | 21% | 23,000 |
| 2019 Canyon | 5 | 29% | 26,092 |
| 2018 Canyon | 10 | 19% | 30,250 |
| 2017 Canyon | 12 | 18% | 63,000 |
| 2016 Canyon | 37 | 14% | 32,528 |
| 2015 Canyon | 32 | 11% | 35,000 |
| 2012 Canyon | 9 | 39% | 45,000 |
| 2011 Canyon | 3 | 25% | 58,250 |
| 2010 Canyon | 2 | 25% | 23,052 |
| 2009 Canyon | 8 | 30% | 55,000 |
| 2008 Canyon | 15 | 39% | 70,000 |
| 2007 Canyon | 14 | 33% | 74,992 |
| 2006 Canyon | 17 | 35% | 65,200 |
| 2005 Canyon | 23 | 20% | 58,000 |
| 2004 Canyon | 13 | 16% | 90,500 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Electrical system:adas:driver monitoring:camera/sensor; forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking
Model years: 2023
Problem: 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 unexpectedly.
Risk: Unexpected automatic emergency braking can cause the vehicle to abruptly stop or slow down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the front camera module (FCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A232424660.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
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…
While Driving on the interstate, we were needing to stop because of traffic. The brake pedal became very stiff and was barely able to stop the car. We brought the vehicle into a brake shop to have it looked at. The mechanic stated it was most likely the Master cylinder. We replaced that. It still…
The contact owns a 2023 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50 MPH, the anti-lock braking system, brake warning light, low oil, low fuel, seat belt warning light, parking brake, temperature gauge, forward collision warning, and various other warning lights and…
Unknown
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…
Frequently asked questions
Do all GMC Canyons have electrical system problems?
No. NHTSA has 265 owner complaints about electrical system for the GMC Canyon. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the GMC Canyon electrical system?
Yes: 1 safety recall list electrical system. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix electrical system problems on the GMC Canyon?
Owners report a typical cost of $730 (half paid between $620 and $890), from 8 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about electrical system problems on the GMC Canyon?
The most frequent phrase is “ignition switch”, in 16 of 265 complaints.
Other GMC Canyon problems
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- Exterior Lighting problems (212)
- Power Train problems (183)
- Engine problems (124)
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