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2024 GMC Canyon recalls and problems

3 recalls and 207 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2024 GMC Canyon.

3
recalls
207
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

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.

2024 GMC Canyon recalls

Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module · Air bags: air bag/restraint control module, software

NHTSA campaign 25V856000 · reported December 11, 2025 · General Motors, LLC · 1,120 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.

Exterior lighting: headlights

NHTSA campaign 24V673000 · reported September 12, 2024 · General Motors, LLC · 13,241 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump, mounting plate/flange · Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly

NHTSA campaign 24V491000 · reported June 28, 2024 · General Motors, LLC · 8,622 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.

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.

Oct 20, 2026 · Service brakes

2024 GM Canyon bought brand new in December 2024, now has 24,700 miles and the front brake pads are down to 2% per the GMC dealership service department. Premature brake wear, and GM is refusing to pay for it.

Sep 23, 2026 · Service brakes

I purchased my truck with 5 miles on the speedometer in Anchorage AK 4/7/2024. In May 2024, the engine idled rough and transmission shifted hard, I was told me it was normal, and I would have to wait 2 yrs to make a transmission appointment. In June 2024 approaching a green light, approximately 35 mph, the brakes…

Aug 7, 2026 · Electrical system

Vehicle alerted driver that ECS and. Rake assist was needed and disabled abs and forward collision while lighting up multiple warning lights on dashboard. Lights eventually turned off leaving a check engine light on. Multiple codes pulled from system using obd2 reader. Communication bus B offline and U0074, U0151…

Mar 29, 2026 · Service brakes

I first noticed the brakes squealing in August 2025 at 15,000 miles. The dealership said I needed to resurface the front rotors. I mistook this a coating and brake debris, but it was actually the rotors warping. By 21,000 the vehicle is pulsing heavily when stopping. I went back to the dealer and this time they told…

Mar 9, 2026 · Engine

Coolant leak caused by known manufacture defect in upper hose assembly causes coolant to drain and engine to overheat. CEL only comes on when coolant is almost gone. GMC refuses to cover the known issue after 36k miles.

Canyon model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2021 21221
2022 12710
2023 36201
2024 320700
2025 2800
2026 2800

Across all years, the 2015 Canyon has the most complaints (303). All GMC Canyon years →

Questions

Does the 2024 GMC Canyon have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2024 GMC Canyon, the most recent reported on December 11, 2025 (Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module, Air bags: air bag/restraint control module, software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 GMC Canyon?
Owners have filed 207 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is exterior lighting (159 complaints), followed by electrical system (26).
How many 2024 GMC Canyon complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 207 complaints report a crash and 0 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 October 20, 2026.