Things to consider when insuring one
Driver-assist sensors come standard
They can help avoid crashes, but a windshield or bumper repair often needs the cameras and radar recalibrated, which costs more. Check what your comprehensive and collision deductibles would mean for a glass claim.
Most owner complaints are about the exterior lighting
159 of 207 complaints to NHTSA mention it. Worth a look in a pre-purchase inspection.
3 recalls
- NHTSA 25V856000 · Dec 11, 2025
air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024–2026 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV vehicles. Incorrect sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software may cause a second stage passenger air bag deployment when only a first stage is intended. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, “Occupant Crash Protection."
- The risk
- An air bag that deploys improperly increases the risk of injury in a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will update the SDM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252533510. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 11, 2025.
- NHTSA 24V673000 · Sep 12, 2024
exterior lighting: headlights
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 GMC Canyon vehicles. The headlights may flicker while driving and while the vehicle is in park. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- The risk
- Headlights flickering can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace a module in the headlight, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242468880.
- NHTSA 24V491000 · Jun 28, 2024
fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The lock ring that secures the fuel pump to the fuel tank assembly may not have been fully locked during assembly, which can result in a fuel leak during a crash.
- The risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and fully lock the fuel tank lock ring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 13, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC Customer Call Center at (888) 988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N242451330.
Crash test ratings
2024 GMC Canyon PU/CC 4WD
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
2024 GMC Canyon PU/CC RWD
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
2024 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV PU/CC 4WD
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
- Not rated
What owners report
207 complaints to NHTSA.
- Exterior lighting159
- Electrical system26
- Engine14
- Service brakes14
- Forward collision avoidance10
- Unknown or other10
- Steering5
- Power train4
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Recalls, crash ratings and owner complaints are from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), last checked Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are owners’ reports and aren’t verified by NHTSA. This page is general information, not advice about a specific vehicle or policy.