2019 GMC Canyon reliability
The 2019 GMC Canyon has 16 complaints with NHTSA after 8 years, or 1 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Canyon years here — under the median of the other years, which is 5. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (6 of 16), then Electrical system (5) and Engine (3). Those filings include 1 that reports a fire.
The 2018 Canyon has 52 complaints, 5 per year, and the 2020 has 14 complaints, 2 per year. The 2019 has fewer complaints per year than the 2018. The 2019 has fewer complaints per year than the 2020.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2019 GMC Canyon. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (16 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"The engine coolant temperature sensor has failed on my 2019 GMC Canyon. The check engine light is illuminated, the temperature gauge does not register correctly, the air conditioning has been disabled by the vehicle's…"
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"Ambient air temperature sensor"
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"Transmission shifting issues. The transmission will shift very slowly (engine revs high and vehicle lurches) when driving the truck each morning. I reported the issue to the dealership within 0ne month of purchasing the…"
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"Formal Complaint to NHTSA: 2019 GMC Canyon Transmission Issue To Whom It May Concern at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA): I am writing to formally report a recurring and dangerous transmission…"
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"The contact owns a 2019 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds and making a right turn, the steering wheel seized. The contact continued to drive, and the steering wheel seized again.…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2019 GMC Canyon PU/CC 4WD | 4 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 3 stars |
| 2019 GMC Canyon PU/CC RWD | 4 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 3 stars |
| 2019 GMC Canyon PU/EC 4WD | 4 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 3 stars |
| 2019 GMC Canyon PU/EC RWD | 4 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 3 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| Canyon two-wheel drive | 2.5L, 4-cyl | Automatic 6-speed | Rear-wheel drive | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG | $2950 |
| Canyon two-wheel drive | 3.6L, 6-cyl | Automatic 8-speed | Rear-wheel drive | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG | $3250 |
| Canyon two-wheel drive | 2.8L, 4-cyl | Automatic 6-speed | Rear-wheel drive | 20 | 30 | 23 MPG | $4100 |
| Canyon two-wheel drive | 2.5L, 4-cyl | Manual 6-speed | Rear-wheel drive | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG | $2950 |
| Canyon four-wheel drive | 2.8L, 4-cyl | Automatic 6-speed | Four-wheel drive | 19 | 28 | 22 MPG | $4300 |
| Canyon four-wheel drive | 3.6L, 6-cyl | Automatic 8-speed | Four-wheel drive | 17 | 24 | 19 MPG | $3400 |
| Canyon four-wheel drive | 2.5L, 4-cyl | Automatic 6-speed | Four-wheel drive | 19 | 24 | 21 MPG | $3100 |
| Canyon Cab Chassis two-wheel drive | 3.6L, 6-cyl | Automatic 8-speed | Rear-wheel drive | 15 | 15 | 15 MPG | $4300 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
NHTSA campaign 18V-358 covers certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon trucks (with Colorado, Malibu, Acadia, and other GM models): the high-pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange and damage the high-pressure fuel line, creating a fuel-leak fire risk; dealers replace the pump and pipe. Campaign 17V-621 covers certain 2015-2016 Canyon and Colorado trucks where the driver's frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment; dealers replace the driver frontal air bag module. Shared campaign unit counts cover multiple GM nameplates.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2019 GMC Canyon reliable?
The 2019 GMC Canyon has 16 complaints with NHTSA after 8 years, or 1 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Canyon years here — under the median of the other years, which is 5. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2019 GMC Canyon?
The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (6 of 16), then Electrical system (5) and Engine (3). Those filings include 1 that reports a fire.
Is the 2019 GMC Canyon more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2018 Canyon has 52 complaints, 5 per year, and the 2020 has 14 complaints, 2 per year. The 2019 has fewer complaints per year than the 2018. The 2019 has fewer complaints per year than the 2020.
Has the 2019 GMC Canyon been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2019 GMC Canyon.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 GMC Canyon?
Owners have filed 16 complaints about the 2019 GMC Canyon with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2019 GMC Canyon get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2019 GMC Canyon is 20.5 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What engine oil does a GMC Canyon use?
US Canyon manuals specify dexos-approved oil for your engine in the maintenance schedule.
What generation is the 2024 GMC Canyon?
3rd generation (2023-on).
What tire sizes does a GMC Canyon use?
Sizes vary widely by generation and trim; third-gen examples include 265/65R18, 275/60R20, and 285/70R17.