2016 GMC Canyon
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 80 |
| 2005 | 113 |
| 2006 | 48 |
| 2007 | 42 |
| 2008 | 38 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2015 | 300 |
| 2016 | 267 |
| 2017 | 65 |
| 2018 | 51 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 54 |
| 2024 | 204 |
| 2025 | 8 |
| 2026 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
66% of complaints: steering — 176 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ON 12/29.2015 AT APPROXIMATELY 8:00 AM ON A CLEAR BRIGHT DAY I WAS DRIVING NEAR MY MY HOME RETURNING FROM AND ERRAND.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160703
FAULTY ELECTRIC POWER STEERING CAUSED VEHICLE VEER OFF THE RODE HITTING A CONCRETE WALL, CONCRETE MAIL BOX AND TELEPHONE. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. THE VEHICLE WAS NORTH BOUND A TWO BLACK TOP ROAD AT A SLIGHT RIGHT HAND TURN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160121
15% of complaints: power train — 39 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: electrical system — 34 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
On [XXX] at approximately 5:30p, I was driving normal highway speed when I saw what I thought was exhaust trailing behind. There were NO dash warning lights, engine temperature showing normal range, car was performing normally.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240729
VEHICLE IGNITION KEY CAN NOT BE REMOVED AND IT DOES NOT STAY IN PARK. VEHICLE CAN CRASH CAUSING INJURIES AND PROPERTY DAMAGE VEHICLE HAS ABOUT 35000K MILES UNDER WARRENTY AND GMC REFUSES TO DO ANY THING ABOUT IT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190219
8% of complaints: engine — 21 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
On [XXX] at approximately 5:30p, I was driving normal highway speed when I saw what I thought was exhaust trailing behind. There were NO dash warning lights, engine temperature showing normal range, car was performing normally.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240729
VEHICLE IGNITION KEY CAN NOT BE REMOVED AND IT DOES NOT STAY IN PARK. VEHICLE CAN CRASH CAUSING INJURIES AND PROPERTY DAMAGE VEHICLE HAS ABOUT 35000K MILES UNDER WARRENTY AND GMC REFUSES TO DO ANY THING ABOUT IT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190219
5% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 13 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Colorado trucks manufactured August 25, 2015 to September 24, 2015, and GMC Canyon trucks manufactured August 28, 2015 to September 24, 2015.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the console compartment door latch assembly, free of charge. The recall began on January 5, 2016.
Campaign 15V807000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Colorado vehicles manufactured January 19, 2016, to February 2, 2016, Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured January 9, 2016, to January 26, 2016, and 2016 GMC Canyon vehicles...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2016.
Campaign 16V125000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado, and 2016 Chevrolet Volt vehicles. The driver's frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782.
Campaign 17V621000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 18V358000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 GMC Canyon — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (176 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (39 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (34 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 15V807000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V125000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V621000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V358000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2016 GMC Canyon reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 GMC Canyon is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2016 GMC Canyon?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 66% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 GMC Canyon have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.