2017 GMC Canyon
This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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
26% of complaints: power train — 17 distinct reports on file.
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2/12/2017 7:30AM STOPED @ 4 WAY STOP, STARTED ACROSS TRANSMISSION WENT INTO NEUTRAL, LEFT ME STUCK IN ROAD, COULD NOT GET TRANSMISSION TO ENGAGE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE,HAD TO PUSH OUT OF ROAD, TRIED SEVERAL MIN TO ENGAGE TRANSMISSION FAILED, CALLED...
NHTSA ODI report, 20170219
22% of complaints: engine — 14 distinct reports on file.
15% of complaints: electrical system — 10 distinct reports on file.
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PASSENGER REAR DEFROST NOT WORKING ON THAT 1/3 OF THE REAR WINDOW
NHTSA ODI report, 20170524
12% of complaints: steering — 8 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 5 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
2017 GMC Canyon — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V358000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2017 GMC Canyon reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 GMC Canyon is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 GMC Canyon?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 GMC Canyon have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.