2018 Gmc Canyon problems
The Chevrolet Colorado (sharing mechanical commonality with the GMC Canyon), is a series of compact pickup trucks (mid-size since second generation) marketed by American automaker General Motors. They were introduced in 2004 to replace the Chevrolet S-10 and GMC S-15/Sonoma compact pickups. The Colorado is named after the U.S. state of Colorado, while the Canyon would be the deep chasm between cliffs.
First generation (2004)
The Chevrolet Colorado and its twin, the GMC Canyon were jointly designed by GM's North American operations, GM's Brazil operations, and Isuzu, which began selling its own version worldwide in 2002. In late 2005, Isuzu offered a version in North America called the Isuzu i-series. This North American model Isuzu shared North American powertrains, styling, and equipment with the Colorado/Canyon twins and differed from Isuzu's worldwide offering. All Chevrolet, GMC, and Isuzu versions worldwide are based on the GMT355, itself the basis for the GMT 345-based Hummer H3. Most vehicles for markets outside North America are manufactured at a GM plant in Rayong, Thailand. All North American-market vehicles were manufactured by Shreveport Operations.
The cooperation between GM and Isuzu to build a light-duty truck and offer it in North America returns to an original arrangement the two companies had in the 1970s with the Chevrolet LUV, a rebadged Isuzu Faster.
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Common 2018 Gmc Canyon problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the 2018 GMC Canyon, several common problems have been reported:
- Start/Stop Function Problems: Some owners have experienced difficulties with the truck's start/stop function, where the vehicle fails to start or stop when the key is used. In some cases, the key has even gotten stuck in position, causing inconvenience to drivers.
- Steering System Issues: Problems with the steering system have been reported, including failures of the power steering assist and cracked steering knuckles. These issues can increase the risk of accidents and compromise the safety of the vehicle.
- Recalls: The 2018 GMC Canyon has been subject to recalls, such as the one related to possible damage to the high-pressure fuel pump line. This issue could lead to damage to the fuel line, posing a safety risk. Dealers have been replacing the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel line to address this concern.
- Engine Problems: While the GMC Canyon engines are generally sturdy and powerful, some have experienced breakdowns as early as 3,000 miles. Owners have reported various engine-related issues, highlighting potential reliability concerns with the engine performance.
These problems reported by owners of the 2018 GMC Canyon indicate a range of issues affecting different aspects of the vehicle, from transmission and engine performance to safety systems like steering. Addressing these issues promptly is crucial to ensure the safety and reliability of the vehicle for its owners.
Is there any recalls on a 2018 GMC Canyon?
Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, Malibu and Colorado and GMC Terrain, Acadia and Canyon vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.
Does the GMC Canyon have transmission problems?
A well-maintained GMC Canyon can reach 200,000 miles or more. Common problems Canyon owners report include transmission troubles, steering issues, engine problems, faulty brake calipers, and malfunctioning A/C and heater.
How many miles does a 2018 GMC Canyon last?
Typically, a GMC Canyon will survive around 200,000 miles. The longer you let issues like rust and breaks take root, the less likely you will reach this number during the GMC Canyon's lifespan.
Is the GMC Canyon reliable?
The 2024 GMC Canyon has a predicted reliability score of 80 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.
Is there any recalls on a 2018 GMC Canyon?
Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, Malibu and Colorado and GMC Terrain, Acadia and Canyon vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.
Is the GMC Canyon reliable?
The 2024 GMC Canyon has a predicted reliability score of 80 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.
How many miles does a 2018 GMC Canyon last?
Typically, a GMC Canyon will survive around 200,000 miles. The longer you let issues like rust and breaks take root, the less likely you will reach this number during the GMC Canyon's lifespan.
Does the GMC Canyon have transmission problems?
A well-maintained GMC Canyon can reach 200,000 miles or more. Common problems Canyon owners report include transmission troubles, steering issues, engine problems, faulty brake calipers, and malfunctioning A/C and heater.
2018 Gmc Canyon car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Gmc Canyon problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
- Engine problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Exterior lighting problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2018 Gmc Canyon vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2018 Gmc Canyon
The NHTSA has received 41 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2018 Gmc Canyon. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2018 Gmc Canyon vehicles.
POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-23
- VIN: 1GTP6EE14J1
- Components: POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Major potential for deadly fire or explosion. Fuel tank strapped failed after forward strap bolt fell out of threaded cross member where fastened in frame. The failure led to the fuel tank hanging inches off the ground on the freeway stressing fuel pump lines to forward upper tank. Metal grinding noises heard to prompt roadside inspection confirming hanging, unsecured tank full of 26gal of diesel. The tank wedged the fuel tank strap between plastic tank and drive shaft (propeller shaft) with heat and potentially spark as the the metal strap ground into the drive shaft marring and striating the durable metal. Heat and plastic melts, heat and spark with diesel combusts..in addition to risking of dragging tank at highway speed rupturing tank. Upon service at the dealer, mechanic observed the rear bolt to fuel strap was also loose and needed to be secured. GMC Protection Plan denied compensation for coverage as they do not cover "bolts, fuel straps, or manufacturer defects" under advertised "Bumper to Bumper" GMC Protection Plan marketed by GMC dealerships as protection for all non-wearable parts. No warning indicators appeared. My dog was in the truck bed in a camper shell directly above the potentially massive fire or explosion, this could have been catastrophic if it had been ignored. Additionally I was in northern California and southern Oregon when issue presented- potentially causing a major forest fire incident. While my outcome was fortunate in terms of safety, this could claim lives and even massive incidental loss of property. Vehicle has been inspected by local dealer and GM notified, hoping to receive coverage for damaged parts. Interestingly, there was previously a GM recall involving forward fuel strap dislodging and wearing into drive shaft on previous years of GM vehicles. No notable corrosion observed, bolts in question are high on frame secured to protected cross members, occurred at approximately 75K miles. I have photos on another device, if needed.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-04
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GTP6CE17J1
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Vehicle switched out of four wheel drive while travelling up hill in snow. Resulted in a loss of traction and sliding downhill until it collided with a tree, resulting in$9,000 worth of damage. I have heard of the AWD/4WD actuator failing in other GMC trucks. The vehicle is currently in for repairs.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-18
- VIN: 1GTG5CEN9J1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: 2 weeks ago I was driving on the highway doing 65 mile per hour and suddenly my truck started shaking and. Suddenly completely shut down lost power brakes stiffed and steering wheel as well. I safely pulled over to try to restart the vehicle and on my dash board light came on engine, TCM light and a light with a little car with hash marks called dealer the technician said it was a ecm. Problem and that am looking at a price of 7,000 dollars which is not in my budget reaching out to see if is maybe a manufacturing issue
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-14
- VIN: 1GTP6DE12J1
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Transmission developed shutter/shimmy when shifting gears especially at lower speeds. Took truck to dealer and they diagnosed that the torque converter had failed. There are numerous reports and complaints online regarding this issue with GMC Canyons.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-01
- VIN: 1GTP6DE15J1
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: Backup lights are not working; bulbs are good. No apparent chafing/wear on wiring harness. Removed ground strap, cleaned and reattached. Still not working. 48,000 miles on 2018 GMC Canyon SLT, diesel engine.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-29
- VIN: 1GTG6CEN0J1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: When placing the vehicle in reverse, the infotainment screen goes to full brightness on the reverse camera, making it difficult to see at night by lighting up the cabin causing interior reflections when trying to see out the windows at mirrors or behind the vehicle. There is no way to adjust the brightness setting. This is a pointless feature as the camera becomes the required visual point and is sometimes obscured by dirt or water so the driver is forced to fight the bright useless screen to see out the windows.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-16
- VIN: 1GTP6DE12J1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: I was traveling on a two lane highway, a semi in front of me and a truck behind me. A warning message popped up on my dash “Service Emissions System- 65 mi before 65mph max speed”. And within 5 seconds of that message popping up, the engine detuned itself. I pulled over as quick as I could, but I only made it partially out of the road before the engine shut down completely. I couldn’t start the vehicle again to get it the rest of the way out of the road. I was 40 miles from the nearest town on a Sunday. I had to turn on my flashers and sit outside the vehicle for 4 hours until a tow truck was able to come get me. Thankfully at the time of incident I was on a rural highway and I wasn’t hurt, but I could have been seriously injured haha this happened on the freeway or a road in the city. It then sat at the dealership for 3 months following this to get a diagnostic and repair.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-24
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 GMC Canyon. The contact stated while driving 60-65 MPH, the message “Bad Exhaust Fluid Warning” was displayed. The contact stated that he added exhaust fluid to the vehicle per owner manual’s instructions; however, the message remained displayed. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, where the failure could not be duplicated. The dealer advised the contact that the vehicle would return to normal operation if he continued driving the vehicle. The contact stated that as he continued driving, the vehicle failed to exceed 55 MPH. A message indicating that the speed would decrease to 45 MPH for 40 miles, and then to 5 MPH, was displayed. The contact pulled into a gas station. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then driven to the dealer, where the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000. The VIN was unavailable.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-19
- VIN: 1GTG5CEN5J1
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Truck started vibrating we took it it for diagnostic services & the results were a failing torque converter way premature in age for this to be a problem!
STEERING,POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-08
- VIN: 1GTG5CEN1J1
- Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Transmission shifting really hard, has problem shifting from low gear shaking when brakes are applied makes loud noises when you go reverse to park and park to any gear Driving home lost power Steering and had to pull of freeway This truck has already been in the dealer for 7 other warranty issues This will be the 4th issue with the transmission!!!! It has already been fixed once before on the transmission now again 2 Top Ends already now more transmission issues again We have been waiting for a new transmission for my 2018 sierra for over 3 months I have lost Complete faith that GMC really cares about the safety of people I have 2 LEMONS in my driveway just sitting The contact stated GM has not resolved the issue and there are no brakes which is a huge safety issue.
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-23
- VIN: 1GTP6EE11J1
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: “Engine power reduced” service message “Stabilitrack” service message “4x4” service message Vehicle is available for inspection Vehicle jerks and loses power while driving at highway speeds causing 18-wheelers and other drivers to swerve around me, vehicle accelerates very slowly while in city traffic. Intersections and traffic lights are difficult to navigate due to reduced engine power endangering myself and family, also other drivers. Vehicle erases all stored messages after a certain period of non-use. Dealer service center hasn’t reproduced symptoms. Service center technicians say nothing is wrong and releases the vehicle back to me. I have invoices of the vehicle taken in 3 times. Vehicle is currently in the service center as of 10 June 2023, for the same problems indicated above. Problem is unpredictable and occurs at random. Vehicle hasn’t been inspected by manufacturer, police or insurance representatives. Warning lamps, messages and symptoms started prior to September 23, 2022 can’t remember actual date. I have the first invoice vehicle was taken in to be serviced.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-27
- VIN: 1GTG5EEN7J1
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that on various occasions while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle was shaking. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics; however, the mechanics were unable to duplicate the failure. The tires were and balanced. The contact stated that the failure was reoccurred. The contact stated that after taking the vehicle back to another independent mechanic, it was determined that the transmission and torque converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-13
- VIN: 1GTG5EEN2J1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Key sticks in ignition on accessory and cannot be removed. Service Bulletin generated by GMC. Available for inspection. Safety: with key stuck in accessory position battery goes dead in 4-6 hours, potentially stranding occupants and depending on location possibly creating a traffic hazard. Three attempts by GMC Fremont CA to repair so far. They have confirmed the problem. No warning or message.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-04
- VIN: 1gtg6cen9j1
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: At age 4 years and mileage 40,000 the engine oil coolant lines failed, causing a loss of oil. Because of the location of these lines in front of and above the front axle, the potential for oil contamination of the tire running surfaces and the brake rotor existed. Fortunately, we did not drive it any distance and were extremely cautious. In looking at the parts, which we have replaced, they show much more corrosive damage than I would have expected for the trucks age. A cursory search online revealed that this is not an uncommon problem for the gm Canyon/Colorado lines.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-10
- VIN: 1gth6cen1j1
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: When coming to a stop the truck lunges forward like you have been bumped from behind and you can hear and feel it! When going forward the truck shift fine.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-01
- VIN: 1GTG6CEN3J1
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: When cold the transmission slips badly causing a loss of power that has caused me to narrowly avoid being struck from behind by another vehicle. The slippage can be severe. The transmission appears starved for fluid. After completely warmed up the problem goes away. It is clearly a factory defect that GM is aware of and refuses to fix.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-01
- VIN: 1GTH5BEA5J1
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: The seat belts are very difficult to latch. It takes multiple attempts to get the seat belt locked in. I had a mechanic check and clean the buckle but it didn’t make an improvement and replacement was recommended. I have never had a seat belt buckle fail to easily latch. I am not the first owner and this issue has been ongoing.
SEAT BELTS,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-02
- VIN: 1gtp6ce16j1
- Components: SEAT BELTS,AIR BAGS
- Summary: I was on dirt forest road that was not a trail, I went through a ditch at about 3MPH and my side airbags blew. As a result the seatbelt pre tension device was also activated and the seat heaters no longer work.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-07
- VIN: 1GTG5CEN7J1
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The transmission has a rough shift from 1st to 2nd, whether it is upshifting or downshifting, and isn't always predictable. This rough shift often feels like a lurching forwards when it shifts from 1st to 2nd and from 2nd to 1st it feels like something hits me in the back and shoves me forward. The 1st to 2nd often makes me feel out of control of the vehicle and while it hasn't endangered anyone as of yet, I am concerned that it will push my into the car in front of me one day. The 2nd to 1st shift also causes me concern for how it may cause me a neck injury if I'm not always focused when I'm close to that shift point. The problem has not be reproduced by a dealer or independent service center, though I do plan to take it when I have the time in the near future. The problem has not been inspected by anyone. There are no warning lights, messages, or other symptom to indicate the problem will occur.
SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-18
- VIN: 1GTH5BEN0J1
- Components: SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: Transmission slipped almost from start. Took three appointments and two years - If my shop foreman knew the third time, why did he not call and tell me we now know your problem. I finally got fed up and brought it in one more time. Starter from day ONE maybe 50% of time made loud bang when Bendix retracted. Shop refused to take it off!!! I checked ball joint boots. One feels like no grease in it. They 'LOOKED' at it. No answer and nothing was done. Has had 'lifter noise' since new when small acceleration. Noise rate accelerates till shift and then repeats. I'm told they don't hear anything. I am 76 and hard of hearing. Pleeeeeze - don't tell me there isn't any. Not my best day today and felt it's time to say crap is crap.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-01
- VIN: 1GTP6EE12J1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: I have been receiving the “Service Trailer Brake System” error intermittently. The only information I have been have to find around this is a defective wiring harnesses between two modules. This defect is not due to wear/tear and has been reported as a defective part on multiple GMC models. When this service error pops up it is distracting and very unsafe for driving as well as dangerous when towing as the driver has no idea of the trailer brake system is functioning properly..
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-16
- VIN: 1gtg6cen2j1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Vehicle has less than 25,000 miles. Over the last 3 days, after vehicle is put in park and turned off, the key will not always rotate back to the 'off' position, and can not be removed from the ignition. This has happened at least 6 times over the last 3 days. Managed to remove key by turning vehicle back on and driving back and forth a few inches, then trying again. Took multiple tries on some occasions. With less than 25,000 miles, nothing should be worn out... Safety concerns:The possibility that the key will completely fail to be removable, meaning that if the vehicle must be left unattended, it must be left unlocked and in a condition that it could be started and stolen or driven by a curious child. The possibility that see-sawing back and forth in a parking spot could lead to an accident. The possibility that the vehicle will have to be towed. The possibility of being stranded outside- all my keys are on one ring, if I can't get them out of the ignition, how would I open the door to the house? The problem has not yet been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service station. I will be calling to schedule an appointment. The vehicle or component has not been inspected as of yet. No warning lamps, messages, or other symptoms happened prior to the first incident. When I returned home and had an opportunity, I did an internet search and discovered that the problem is a known issue, and has been reported by others.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-03
- VIN: 1GTG6EENXJ1
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: i purchased this truck used about 5000 miles ago and it now has 26,800 miles and when you put it in park the key will not come out.you have to keep starting and shutting off and eventually it will come out.i have read alot of complaints about this and nothing is being done at gm.they should be ashamed of themselves for a substantial issue and they want to charge the customer for there issue.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-28
- VIN: 1GTG6CEN4J1
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: No accident to report. I wasn’t aware of the problem with the High Pressure Fuel Pump intel a week later when the noise got louder, at first I figure it was the belt drive that needed check do to it sitting in the lot do to not being moved a lot. I then took it back to where the Vehicle originally came from they where able to identified the problem quickly to do them knowing already that the truck had that problem but never went to fix the problem or to take time to figure the problem out.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-01
- VIN: 1GTG5CEN5J1
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 6 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS SAME ISSUE. NO SOUND WHEN TRYING TO START. 10 MINUTES LATER VEHICLE STARTS AND CEL IS LIT. NEVER AUTO SHIFTS AFTER ~30MPH. REPLACED TORQUE CONVERTER AND TRANSMISSION BODY VALVE ON 1ST OCCURRENCE. EACH TIME SERVICED (WARRANTY), AND AT SOME POINT THE PROBLEM WILL OCCUR AGAIN. TOTAL OF 6 TIMES SINCE PURCHASED NEW.
2018 Gmc Canyon recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2018 Gmc Canyon.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.
Negative 2018 Gmc Canyon car reviews
Positive 2018 Gmc Canyon car reviews
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Our 2017 GMC Canyon Denali 4x4 with the 2.7 Duramax is a real head-turner! We often get asked, 'That's a diesel?' when we fill up. The truck has been absolutely flawless, with plenty of torque to get the job done. We're extremely pleased with the gas mileage at 22/29, and we have no issues pulling our 5000 pound 23 foot travel trailer. We highly recommend this truck, although they can be quite rare with the 2.8 Duramax.
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The headlamp switch and 4wd switch are located on the lower-left dash, but visibility is poor due to the steering wheel. To see the setting, you really have to move your head off the windshield and under the steering wheel. When getting in and out of the truck, it's easy to bump the switches with your knee without realizing it, so it's important to check every time. I've been leasing this truck for 6 weeks now and have noticed that the 4wd seems to drag when first moving. I've accidentally left it on Auto or 4wd High before and had to stop completely to reset it. The same thing has happened with the headlight lamp switch, where I thought I was in auto but was actually in full headlamp mode. As for gas mileage, the best average I've gotten is 16.6, but between 0-40 miles/hour, you're lucky to get 8-12 miles/gallon. The truck is rated for 17 City - 21 Highway, and I've found that on the highway, I can get 18-20 miles/gallon if I play lightly on the gas pedal, with slow acceleration and coasting when reaching top speed. However, you really have to play with the gas pedal to get the most out of it. The transmission shifting from 0-20 miles/hour is not smooth, and you have to barely touch the gas pedal to get a smooth shift. Otherwise, the truck revs from 1500/2000rpm to 3500 and quickly drops back to 1000 rpm, causing the truck to jerk during that shift. My old 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trak was much smoother in this regard. Lastly, I purchased a bed extender and double fold tonneau cover, but the cover hold downs have a poor design and are very tough to clamp on the brackets. You have to have them dead aligned, and if you open the cover and fold it, the hold downs fold in and slide out of position. I took nail polish to mark the correct spot, but I still sometimes miss. I can see the plastic and extended screw mechanism breaking. With the bed extender, the hold downs are behind the side bars of the bed extender, making it difficult to access. Even the service manager didn't know how to use the hold downs. The bed extender is tethered into the tailgate latches, but it feels cheap and won't last long. I wish Ford made a truck this size again. It's a shame that I couldn't find a link on the GMC site to leave my review.I completely understand your frustration with the Ranger being too small and the F150 being too big and not as smooth a ride as the Sport Trak or the Canyon. It would be great if the Sport Trak could make a comeback!
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There are a couple of issues with the build quality and shortcuts taken with lighting. The A/C system uses the new R 1234yf refrigerant, which has resulted in a noisy A/C compressor due to the elevated density of the refrigerant. This was also a problem with the Cadillac XTS. While this is a distraction from the quietness accolades given for the cabin noise, it's important to note that the cabin is generally quiet and the truck handles well, making it a pleasure to drive. However, it's worth mentioning that GM could have improved the truck by using LED lights, which would have put them over the top when compared to Nissan and Toyota. Additionally, the 4WD button is in a poor location on the left side below the steering wheel and can't be easily seen by the driver. Overall, I would still buy this truck again given the options.
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Your 2017 GMC CANYON SLT 4x4 sounds like an amazing truck! It's great to hear that you had no problems with it and that it provided comfortable long trips with decent gas mileage. The next owner is sure to be very happy with their purchase!
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I was a bit disappointed with my Denali truck as it did not come with some features that I expected to be standard, such as front parking sensors, homelink, cross traffic sensors, power mirrors, signal indicators in mirrors, and running boards. However, I found that the Canyon model one step down had these options available and was more affordable. Despite this, I still really like the truck. It has a good suspension, steering response, and plenty of power. The front collision avoidance system could use some improvement, but overall it's a great ride. Although, I do wish it had a better growl. It's important to note that my 2017 Infinity QX 80 safety devices are more advanced than those in the Denali truck.
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Lucius Spinka 2025-04-12
Pros: The ride is really nice and I get lots of compliments. Cons: For a mid-size truck, the height of the vehicle makes getting in and out slightly difficult (I'm 5'11''). You have to raise your right foot about 2 feet to get into the truck. The truck's rear end bumper is about 5 inches higher than the front, which makes it sit at an angle. It would be great if the truck was leveled off and the back end was lowered by about 4-5 inches. This would also make getting in and out of the truck a lot easier. The top of the back gate is at shoulder level, which makes it difficult to get things in and out of the back end. I had to buy a reacher and a rake to get things out of the back end. Again, lowering the back about 4 inches would really help. I was really disappointed that there is no CD player. Everyone under the age of 30 probably has a CD collection which they can't use. I think this was done to force people to buy Sirius/XM with GM probably getting a cut. Also, the factory radio antenna adds 9 more inches, which made it impossible for me to get the truck into my garage. I bought an aftermarket antenna that works fine and lowered the overall height by 5-6 inches. It would be great if GMC could use the shark fin antenna like the Suburbans. If the truck was leveled off and lowered by about 3-4 inches, it would be perfect. And put the CD player back in. I got a good deal, 6700 off and 0%.
Bruce Lesch 2025-03-26
I hope you're doing well! I wanted to share my experience with my 2017 GMC Canyon Diesel. I've had it for almost 18 months now and have driven almost 32,000 miles. Overall, I really love the truck, especially the diesel engine and the great MPG. It's been a reliable daily driver and I've had no issues hauling a trailer or boat. Of course, like any vehicle, there have been a few minor issues, but they were all fixed under warranty. The only thing that really bothered me was the low height of the front air dam, which made it difficult to go over parking curbs. I'm 6'1
Justen Ruecker 2025-01-29
This model often experiences oil leaks at 40,000 miles due to poorly designed and constructed oil coolant lines. Although GM has not taken responsibility for the issue, it is a common problem that should be addressed to ensure reliability. It is worth considering if there are any other potential issues with this vehicle. Additionally, a new radiator was required at 50,000 miles due to a coolant leak.
Erin Lebsack 2024-11-01
I hope you're doing well! I noticed that you recently purchased a truck. I wanted to check in and see how you're liking it so far. If you have any feedback, I'm all ears! :)
Josiah Nader 2024-10-03
Based on my personal experience, I would suggest considering other options before purchasing this vehicle. While I have owned my 2017 Canyon Denali for three years and it has under 40,000 miles on it, I have encountered an issue with the shifter not recognizing when the vehicle is in park, making it difficult to remove the key from the ignition. Although I had to purchase a new shifter after the warranty expired, it still locks up intermittently, requiring me to play with the shifter until it recognizes that it is in park. I have noticed that there are many complaints online about this issue, which suggests that it is not an isolated occurrence. While I believe that a recall is necessary, GMC has not yet addressed the problem. Therefore, I am considering other options for my next truck, such as Ford.