This page covers 2 recalls, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2026 GMC Canyon.
19 mpg combined
12.4 L/100km
Standard 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.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2026 GMC Canyon has 2 recalls, the more serious being a passenger airbag that can deploy at a higher force than intended in a crash, raising the risk of injury to the front passenger. This recall affects only AT4X AEV trim vehicles, where a software error in the airbag control module triggers a full second-stage deployment when only a lower-force first-stage was called for. The second recall involves the owner's manual, which is missing or incomplete for certain vehicles, leaving owners without reference information for safe vehicle operation.
At a glance
What can fail
The vehicle radio was not configured during manufacturing to automatically download the electronic owner's manual, which is required for occupant protection compliance.
What the fix does
Dealers will reset the vehicle radio to enable automatic download of the electronic owner's manual at no charge.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The sensing and diagnostic module software may incorrectly trigger the passenger airbag's second stage when only the first stage should deploy in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the sensing and diagnostic module software at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
