CarRecallWatchThe 2016 GMC Canyon has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 271 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 2 fires, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (182 reports).
2016 GMC Canyon recalls
High-Pressure Fuel Pump Can Detach, Risking Fuel Leak and Fire
The high-pressure fuel pump in these vehicles may detach from its mounting flange.
Driver Airbag May Not Inflate Properly in Crash
The driver's frontal airbag may not inflate correctly during the second stage of deployment in a high-speed crash.
Driver Airbag May Not Inflate Properly in High-Speed Crash
Certain 2016 Chevrolet Colorado, Chevrolet Malibu, and GMC Canyon vehicles built in early 2016 have a driver frontal airbag that may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in a high-speed crash.
Console lid latch may fail in a crash, letting items strike occupants
The console compartment lid latch assembly may not keep the console door closed during a crash.
Most common 2016 GMC Canyon problems
Problem areas named in the 271 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 182 |
| Power Train | 39 |
| Electrical System | 38 |
| Engine | 22 |
| Unknown Or Other | 19 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 10 |
| Air Bags | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
What owners report
Issue #1: While driving on the highway, the screens flickered once in a while. While stopping at a gas station, the vehicle did not turn on. Everything was black as if there was no power. After a several minutes of trying, it came back. Apparently it was an electrical issue. Took it to the dealership shop, but they couldn't find anything wrong with it. A couple of month after, my son was driving and when he turned right, the vehicle shut off. Same issue, the vehicle went black but after a few minutes, he was able to turn it back on. Third time, my other son was driving. Arrived at his destination and when he was about to leave, the vehicle did not turn on. It was completely dead. The battery
I was driving around a windy road up a canyon with sheer cliffs, and my power steering suddenly went out. It took almost all my strength to steer it clear of me going off the canyon. It has since then gone out intermittently for months now. Iâm waiting for the warranty to approve a replacement. I know this is a common issue with this year vehicle and there was a recall for the previous years version. Seeing how many complaints about this year make and model online for the same issue makes me wonder if a recall should be in place.
The power steering on the truck we purchased for our son for college went out while he driving, I had him take it to a local shop and they said this is a known issue from GM and a safety alert was issue under NHTSA 21V213000/GM Recall N202325410. However, even though GM used the exact same steering rack parts, they excluded 2016 models from the recall and issue TSB #16-NA-065 as an instruction guide for mechanics. The local shop that is doing the work also sited TSB-N202325410-01 issued from GM. I'm now having to pay $3,597 to have the steering rack replaced the truck, which has no other issues, so that it can be driven safely. This is more than a little surprising and has caused us to h
2016 GMC Canyon Power Steering failure exactly the same as the recall done on the 2015 GMC Canyon in 2021. While I am driving, for the last 5 days, my power steering and stabilitrac will shut off, and a warning sign will appear on my dash. I have researched it fully and the same exact recall was done on the 2015 model, and a lot of people have complained about this issue. It is not safe and very difficult to steer while driving, especially at slow speeds.
Was in my garage and started up my truck and seen an alert regarding the steering. Reversed truck and was un-able to steer the truck. Steering wheel would not move at all.
2016 GMC Canyon questions
Does the 2016 GMC Canyon have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2016 GMC Canyon: High-Pressure Fuel Pump Can Detach, Risking Fuel Leak and Fire; Driver Airbag May Not Inflate Properly in Crash; Driver Airbag May Not Inflate Properly in High-Speed Crash; Console lid latch may fail in a crash, letting items strike occupants. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 GMC Canyon?
Based on 271 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (182), Power Train (39), Electrical System (38).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 GMC Canyon has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.