2019 GMC Canyon recalls and problems
No recalls and 17 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 GMC Canyon.
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2019 GMC Canyon recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal sound coming from underneath the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was determined that both rear tires needed to be replaced. The vehicle was…
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 computer, and the engine cooling fan continues to run after the engine is turned off. These symptoms…
Ambient air temperature sensor
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 truck in 2019 and again in 2024. The dealership stated there is nothing wrong with the…
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 issue in my 2019 GMC Canyon, and to request that NHTSA open an investigation into why General Motors…
Canyon model years compared
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 4 | 271 | 8 | 2 |
| 2017 | 1 | 66 | 3 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 53 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | 0 | 14 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 12 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 | 27 | 1 | 0 |
Across all years, the 2015 Canyon has the most complaints (303). All GMC Canyon years →
Questions
- Does the 2019 GMC Canyon have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2019 GMC Canyon as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 GMC Canyon?
- Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (7 complaints), followed by electrical system (5).
- How many 2019 GMC Canyon complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 0 of 17 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 29, 2026.