Worst 2021 GMC Canyon Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Airbags
Transmission / Drivetrain
Backup Camera
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2021 GMC Canyon.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Backup Camera | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2021 GMC Canyon
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~7,669 vehicles.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 GMC Canyon vehicles. The load carrying capacity printed on the Tire and Loading Information placard is 22.5 kg (51 lbs.) more than intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.
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2021 GMC Canyon — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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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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