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2017 GMC Canyon recalls & problems

The 2017 GMC Canyon has 1 safety recall and 66 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is power train (18 complaints).

Recalls1safety recalls
Complaints66filed by owners
Crashes · fires3 · 0reported in complaints
NHTSA overall4 ★crash-test stars

Safety recalls

Fuel system, gasolineMay 31, 2018

Delivery › Fuel pump

Recall 18V358000895 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.
Risk
A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2017 GMC Canyon PU/CC 4WD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk21.2%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2017 GMC Canyon PU/CC RWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk21.9%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2017 GMC Canyon PU/EC RWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk22%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2017 GMC Canyon PU/EC 4WD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk21.4%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Canyon 2WD Diesel

25mpg combined
City / highway22 / 30 mpg
FuelDiesel

2.8 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,850/year to fuel

Canyon 4WD Diesel

23mpg combined
City / highway20 / 28 mpg
FuelDiesel

2.8 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $4,150/year to fuel

Canyon 2WD

22mpg combined
City / highway19 / 26 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.5 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,050/year to fuel

Canyon 2WD

22mpg combined
City / highway20 / 26 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.5 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,050/year to fuel

Canyon 4WD

21mpg combined
City / highway19 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.5 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

Canyon 2WD

20mpg combined
City / highway18 / 25 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

Canyon 4WD

19mpg combined
City / highway17 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

Canyon Cab Chassis 2WD

15mpg combined
City / highway15 / 15 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,450/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Power trainAutomatic transmission1800020,000 mi
Engine1400015,400 mi
Electrical systemIntegrated trailer brake control1200063,000 mi
Unknown or other121004,000 mi
Steering800047,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion system500018,000 mi
Service brakes4000—
Air bags320325,000 mi
Forward collision avoidanceAdaptive cruise control; Warnings3000—
Visibility/wiper2000—
Electronic stability control (esc)2000—
Fuel system, gasoline2000—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.