This page covers 2 recalls, 23 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2012 GMC Canyon.
16–20 mpg combined
11.8–14.7 L/100km
Small Pickup Trucks 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
Electrical complaints dominate the 2012 GMC Canyon owner reports, with the most consistent theme being no-start and anti-theft system issues. Multiple owners describe the vehicle refusing to start intermittently, key turns to accessory, dash lights come on, door chimes sound, but the engine won't crank. Several specifically point to the passlock anti-theft system triggering randomly, leaving the truck stranded for ten minutes or more until the system resets. Dealership visits often turn up no stored codes, making diagnosis difficult. A separate electrical pattern involves the seatbelt warning light and airbag light staying on even with the driver's belt properly buckled. Steering and suspension each drew a small handful of complaints, including one report of a rusted and cracked rear subframe with the parking brake cable separating from the vehicle.
23
Total Complaints
1
Crash-Related
1
Fire-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
The 2012 GMC Canyon has 2 recalls, both centered on the same driver seatbelt buckle issue: a loose or incorrect electrical connection can prevent the warning light and chime from alerting the driver that the seatbelt is not fastened, raising the risk of injury in a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver seatbelt buckle's electrical connection may be faulty, preventing the vehicle from alerting you if you drive unbuckled. This increases injury risk in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the electrical connector terminals in the driver seatbelt buckle.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
The driver's safety belt buckle electrical connector terminals may not fit snugly with the connector pins, causing an intermittent connection.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the seat belt buckle electrical connector terminals at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
