Does the 2016 GMC Canyon have recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2016 GMC Canyon, including Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump; Air Bags › Frontal; Air Bags › Frontal. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2016 GMC Canyon problems?

Owners filed 271 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (181), power train (39), electrical system (38), engine (22).

How much does a 2016 GMC Canyon cost to own for 5 years?

About $43,713 over 5 years ($729/month) at an estimated $14,000 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2016 GMC Canyon

The 2016 GMC Canyon earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 62/100. Expect about $43,713 to own it for five years, or $729 a month. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 271 complaints.

Recalls: 4
Complaints: 271
5-yr cost: $44k
MPG (EPA): 22

Fair

Ownership Score

2016 GMC Canyon vs nearby years

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4 recalls may apply

For the 2016 GMC Canyon. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

What's wrong: 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.
Risk: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.

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5-year cost to own

Estimated $14,000 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$43,713

$729/month · $0.73/mile

Depreciation	$2,880
Insurance (national avg.)	$12,750
Fuel / charging	$9,135
Maintenance	$9,150
Repairs	$4,000
Loan interest	$3,858
Taxes & fees	$1,940

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Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

271 complaints8 involved a crash2 involved a fire

Steering181
Power Train39
Electrical System38
Engine22
Unknown Or Other19
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)13

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars
Frontal: 4 out of 5 stars
Side: 5 out of 5 stars
Rollover: 3 out of 5 stars

Rated as: 2016 GMC Canyon PU/CC 4WD

What to check on a used 2016 GMC Canyon

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Steering
- Does the car drift or pull on a straight road?
- Turn the wheel lock to lock and listen for clunks or whines.
Engine and transmission
- Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
- Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.
Electrical and lights
- Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
- Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

Common 2016 GMC Canyon problems

Cheaper alternatives

2013 Nissan Frontier
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FAQ

Is the 2016 GMC Canyon a good car to buy?: The 2016 GMC Canyon earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 62/100. Expect about $43,713 to own it for five years, or $729 a month. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 271 complaints.
Does the 2016 GMC Canyon have recalls?: NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2016 GMC Canyon, including Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump; Air Bags › Frontal; Air Bags › Frontal. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2016 GMC Canyon problems?: Owners filed 271 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (181), power train (39), electrical system (38), engine (22).
How much does a 2016 GMC Canyon cost to own for 5 years?: About $43,713 over 5 years ($729/month) at an estimated $14,000 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.