2018 GMC Canyon Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2018 GMC Canyon.

20172019
Complaints
68
per 10K Sold
20.3
US Sales
33,493
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2018 GMC Canyon Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#126 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:23,587 mi
Crash-related:1
#210 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:29,125 mi
#36 complaints

Engine Problems

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 GMC Canyon.

Transmission / Drivetrain
26
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
23,587
Electrical Faults
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
29,125
Engine Problems
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Side/Window:Curtain
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Diesel Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Pretensioner
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2018 GMC Canyon

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~895 vehicles.

18V358000Fuel Pump
~895 affected

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.

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2018 GMC Canyon — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2018 GMC Canyon reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2018 GMC Canyon has 68 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 26 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2018 GMC Canyon?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (26 complaints, avg 23,587 mi); Electrical Faults (10 complaints, avg 29,125 mi); Engine Problems (6 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2018 GMC Canyon?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 25,125 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2018 GMC Canyon?
NHTSA complaints for the 2018 GMC Canyon include 1 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2018 GMC Canyon have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 895 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2018 GMC Canyon?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full GMC Canyon reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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