2023 GMC Canyon Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 GMC Canyon.

20222024
Complaints
90
per 10K Sold
40.1
US Sales
22,458
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2023 GMC Canyon Problems

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

#117 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:4,867 mi
#211 complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking

Avg mileage:2,251 mi
#39 complaints

Engine Problems

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 GMC Canyon.

Electrical Faults
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
4,867
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
2,251
Engine Problems
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
2,500
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags: Air Bag/Restraint Control Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Compressor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2023 GMC Canyon

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~55,923 vehicles.

24V703000Seat Belts:critical Fasteners
~151 affected

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Chevrolet Colorado and 2023 GMC Canyon vehicles. The left or right front seat may have a seat belt buckle attachment bolt that was not tightened properly.

24V237000Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
~17 affected

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front wheel hub bolts may have been over-tightened and damaged during installation.

24V133000Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking · Electrical System:adas:driver Monitoring:camera/sensor
~55,755 affected

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front camera module (FCM) system may falsely detect an obstacle, causing the automatic emergency braking (AEB) to engage unexpectedly.

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2023 GMC Canyon — FAQ

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

Is the 2023 GMC Canyon reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2023 GMC Canyon has 90 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 17 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2023 GMC Canyon?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (17 complaints, avg 4,867 mi); Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking (11 complaints, avg 2,251 mi); Engine Problems (9 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 2023 GMC Canyon?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 3,603 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2023 GMC Canyon?
NHTSA complaints for the 2023 GMC Canyon include 0 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 3 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 2023 GMC Canyon have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 55,923 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 2023 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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