MYRModel Year Report

2020 GMC Canyon

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2020 GMC Canyon
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:16:39.707Z

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, GMC Canyon Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2020 highlighted. 2004: 80 complaints 2004 2005: 113 complaints 2006: 48 complaints 2007: 42 complaints 2007 2008: 38 complaints 2009: 27 complaints 2010: 8 complaints 2010 2011: 12 complaints 2012: 23 complaints 2015: 300 complaints 2015 2016: 267 complaints 2017: 65 complaints 2018: 51 complaints 2018 2019: 16 complaints 2020: 13 complaints 2020 2021: 10 complaints 2021 2022: 23 complaints 2023: 54 complaints 2024: 204 complaints 2024 2025: 8 complaints 2026: 4 complaints 2026
2020: 13 complaints
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YearComplaints
200480
2005113
200648
200742
200838
200927
20108
201112
201223
2015300
2016267
201765
201851
201916
202013
202110
202223
202354
2024204
20258
20264

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

5 of 13 total reports mention: power train.

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The wiring in most vehicles 2020 and newer are soy/ nut based product… which squirrels, rodents and other animals can’t resist and the wiring throughout the vehicle is being chewed this all makes all models all manufacturers… there is also...

NHTSA ODI report, 20231211

ENGINE

3 of 13 total reports mention: engine.

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I'M THE OWNER OF A NEWLY BOUGHT (6/5/2020 PURCHASED DATE) 2020 GMC CANYON. I TOOK MY TRUCK INTO THE DEALERSHIP AND COMPLAINED THAT I HAVE EXPERIENCED TRANSMISSION ISSUES WHEN DOWNSHIFTING OR ACCELERATING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20201003

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system.

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The wiring in most vehicles 2020 and newer are soy/ nut based product… which squirrels, rodents and other animals can’t resist and the wiring throughout the vehicle is being chewed this all makes all models all manufacturers… there is also...

NHTSA ODI report, 20231211

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 13 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

STEERING

1 of 13 total reports mentions: steering.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2020 GMC Canyon — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2008 ▲ 2007 ▲ 2006

WORST YEARS

■ 2015 ■ 2016 ■ 2024

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FAQ

Is the 2020 GMC Canyon reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 GMC Canyon?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2020 GMC Canyon have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.