GMC Canyon Steering Problems
Owners have filed 447 complaints with NHTSA about steering problems on the GMC Canyon across 15 model years. The 2015 model year has the most (226). The words owners use most often: “traction control” (11% of reports).
- 447steering complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 9mention a crash
- 4mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- $2,450typical 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.
- Traction control: mentioned in 49 of 447 complaints (11%)
- Loss power steering: mentioned in 48 of 447 complaints (11%)
- Difficult turn: mentioned in 34 of 447 complaints (8%)
- Torque sensor: mentioned in 23 of 447 complaints (5%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical steering repair on the GMC Canyon at $2,450, and half of them between $1,400 and $2,650.
Based on 23 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2017–2026), 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 steering problems happen?
Based on 247 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 447 complaints, 9 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 4 an injury.
GMC Canyon steering complaints by model year
| Model year | Steering complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Canyon | 2 | 25% | 600 |
| 2024 Canyon | 5 | 2% | — |
| 2023 Canyon | 3 | 5% | 2,500 |
| 2022 Canyon | 6 | 22% | 8,212 |
| 2021 Canyon | 2 | 17% | — |
| 2020 Canyon | 1 | 7% | 63,432 |
| 2019 Canyon | 1 | 6% | 65,200 |
| 2018 Canyon | 4 | 8% | 4,500 |
| 2017 Canyon | 8 | 12% | 47,000 |
| 2016 Canyon | 181 | 67% | 62,000 |
| 2015 Canyon | 226 | 75% | 67,764 |
| 2012 Canyon | 2 | 9% | 121,966 |
| 2008 Canyon | 1 | 3% | 3,000 |
| 2007 Canyon | 4 | 10% | 93,705 |
| 2005 Canyon | 1 | 1% | 72,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Steering:electric power assist system
Model years: 2015
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The power steering assist may be lost due to a poor electrical connection within the steering gear assembly.
Risk: A loss of power steering, particularly at lower speeds increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace steering gear torque sensor cover assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 6, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N202325410.
Steering:electric power assist system
Model years: 2015
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Colorado vehicles manufactured January 6, 2015, to March 17, 2015, and 2015 GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured January 6, 2015, to March 19, 2015. A poor electrical connection within the steering gear connector may cause a loss of power steering assist.
Risk: A loss or reduction in power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear torque sensor cover assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 1, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 15595.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Issue #1: While driving on the highway, the screens flickered once in a while. While stopping at a gas station, the vehicle did not turn on. Everything was black as if there was no power. After a several minutes of trying, it came back. Apparently it was an electrical issue. Took it to the…
I was driving around a windy road up a canyon with sheer cliffs, and my power steering suddenly went out. It took almost all my strength to steer it clear of me going off the canyon. It has since then gone out intermittently for months now. Iâm waiting for the warranty to approve a replacement. I…
The power steering on the truck we purchased for our son for college went out while he driving, I had him take it to a local shop and they said this is a known issue from GM and a safety alert was issue under NHTSA 21V213000/GM Recall N202325410. However, even though GM used the exact same steering…
lost power steering
Intermediate steering column defect causing a pronounced dashboard rattle. The dealer (Putnam GMC, Burlingame, CA) diagnosed the issue under warranty, but the required part is on national backorder with no ship date. The vehicle has been out of service at the dealership since September 2, 2026…
Frequently asked questions
Do all GMC Canyons have steering problems?
No. NHTSA has 447 owner complaints about steering 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 steering?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list steering. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix steering problems on the GMC Canyon?
Owners report a typical cost of $2,450 (half paid between $1,400 and $2,650), from 23 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about steering problems on the GMC Canyon?
The most frequent phrase is “traction control”, in 49 of 447 complaints, followed by “loss power steering” (48).
Other GMC Canyon problems
- Electrical System problems (266)
- Exterior Lighting problems (212)
- Power Train problems (183)
- Engine problems (125)
See all GMC Canyon problems.