GMC Canyon Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 183 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the GMC Canyon across 20 model years. The 2016 model year has the most (39). The words owners use most often: “feels like” (7% of reports).
- 183power train complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 2mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 23%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.
- Feels like: mentioned in 13 of 183 complaints (7%)
- Torque converter: mentioned in 11 of 183 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 108 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 183 complaints, 2 mention a crash, 1 a fire.
GMC Canyon power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Canyon | 3 | 38% | — |
| 2024 Canyon | 4 | 2% | — |
| 2023 Canyon | 6 | 10% | 42,000 |
| 2022 Canyon | 5 | 19% | — |
| 2021 Canyon | 2 | 17% | 58,000 |
| 2020 Canyon | 6 | 43% | 13,500 |
| 2019 Canyon | 7 | 41% | 10,332 |
| 2018 Canyon | 27 | 52% | 25,000 |
| 2017 Canyon | 18 | 27% | 20,000 |
| 2016 Canyon | 39 | 14% | 6,942 |
| 2015 Canyon | 38 | 13% | 13,066 |
| 2012 Canyon | 1 | 4% | 39,000 |
| 2011 Canyon | 2 | 17% | 29,450 |
| 2010 Canyon | 1 | 13% | 10,000 |
| 2009 Canyon | 5 | 19% | 15,000 |
| 2008 Canyon | 3 | 8% | 106,982 |
| 2007 Canyon | 4 | 10% | 49,729 |
| 2006 Canyon | 1 | 2% | 31 |
| 2005 Canyon | 7 | 6% | 8,800 |
| 2004 Canyon | 4 | 5% | 46,500 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Model years: 2011
Problem: General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet colorado and gmc canyon passenger vehicles equipped with a 2.9 or 3.7 liter engine and a four-speed automatic transmission for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect," and federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, "theft protection." these vehicles may have been built with an automatic transmission adjustment clip that may not retain the shift cable in the correct position. If the shift cable is not in the correct position, the prndl shift lever may not accurately reflect the position of the transmission gear. The driver could move the shifter to "park" and remove the ignition key, but the transmission gear may not be in "park."
Risk: The driver may not be able to restart the vehicle, and the vehicle could roll away as the driver or other occupants exit the vehicle or have exited, resulting in the possibility of the vehicle striking them or someone around the vehicle, or could result in a crash without prior warning.
Fix: Gm dealers will install a new automatic transmission adjustment clip free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about july 19, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and gmc at 1-866-996-9463.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal sound coming from underneath the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was determined that both rear tires needed to be…
I purchased my truck with 5 miles on the speedometer in Anchorage AK 4/7/2024. In May 2024, the engine idled rough and transmission shifted hard, I was told me it was normal, and I would have to wait 2 yrs to make a transmission appointment. In June 2024 approaching a green light, approximately 35…
While i was driving on the highway at 85 mph the truck went into limp mode causing the truck to slow down at a dangerous distance. My body was forced forward causing me to lose a portion of control and causing other drivers behind me to slam on their breaks. I pulled over and turned it off for a…
Iâve included all my repair orders regarding to coolant smell/leak and transmission shutter. I purchased my truck on XXX. We had planned a family vacation to [XXX], and we were driving up when I felt the transmission shutter at around 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. while cruising at approximately 55 to 62…
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Frequently asked questions
Do all GMC Canyons have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 183 owner complaints about power train 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 power train?
Yes: 1 safety recall list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about power train problems on the GMC Canyon?
The most frequent phrase is “feels like”, in 13 of 183 complaints, followed by “torque converter” (11).
Other GMC Canyon problems
- Steering problems (446)
- Electrical System problems (265)
- Exterior Lighting problems (212)
- Engine problems (124)
See all GMC Canyon problems.