This page covers 2 recalls, 22 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2022 GMC Canyon.
19–22 mpg combined
10.7–12.4 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 3 tested variants for this model year.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Complaints for the 2022 GMC Canyon are spread across several systems, with steering drawing the most reports. Owners frequently describe difficulty with steering response or feel, though the specific symptoms vary across reports. The fuel and propulsion system comes in second, with a handful of owners describing performance concerns. A smaller cluster of reports involves the airbag system, where owners describe warning lights or sensor-related readiness issues with the supplemental restraint system. Scattered individual reports mention instrument cluster failures, speedometer, tachometer, and fuel gauge dropping out simultaneously alongside a blank infotainment screen, and at least one owner describes an intermittent coolant smell entering the cabin.
22
Total Complaints
1
Crash-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
These two recalls describe the same underlying defect. Let me treat them as one issue.
The 2022 GMC Canyon has 2 recalls, both addressing the same front passenger seat defect: a weld on the seat frame or its track attachment may not have been completed properly, allowing the seat to shift or break free in a crash.
This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a manual passenger seat. If the weld fails during a collision, the seat can move out of position and fail to hold the occupant, raising the risk of injury.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger seat has a hook attachment that may not be properly welded, which can cause it to separate from the seat frame's inboard track.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat and replace the cushion frame if needed, at no cost.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 4 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
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 →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger seat frame may have incomplete welds, causing the seat to shift or collapse during a crash.
What the fix does
GM will mail you instructions to visit a dealership for a seat frame inspection and replacement if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
