2017 GMC Canyon vs 2018 GMC Canyon
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 GMC Canyon | 2018 GMC Canyon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 65 | 52 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,476 | 1,244 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–25 | 15–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 28,000 mi | 22,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Canyon | GMC Canyon |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 18 | 27 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 10 |
| Engine | 14 | 6 |
| Steering | 8 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 10 |
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
2017 GMC Canyon
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.