2015 GMC Canyon Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2015 GMC Canyon ranks 2nd worst of 19 model years, with a complaint index of 94, 303 complaints, and 8 recalls. Steering problems dominate, making up 75% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 67,764 miles, earning it an Avoid verdict relative to other Canyon years.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 94/100
- #2 of 19 Canyon years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 303
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 8
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 7
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 4
- Injuries
- 4
- Top issue
- Steering
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 21
- 18.5 city / 24.5 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 4 / 0
Top 2015 GMC Canyon problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Steering226 (75%)
- Brakes47 (16%)
- Transmission & Powertrain38 (13%)
- Electrical System33 (11%)
- Engine14 (5%)
- Other14 (5%)
- Airbags7 (2%)
- Visibility & Wipers6 (2%)
- Fuel System5 (2%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires5 (2%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Power steering assist cuts out at various speeds, leaving the steering wheel stiff and hard to turn.
- Some owners report the steering locking up entirely, in one case while lights failed simultaneously and the truck crashed head-on.
- Electrical failures include sudden shutdowns while driving and battery saver warnings, in one instance followed by a fire under the hood.
- Engine compartment fires have occurred with smoke and popping noises coming from under the hood while driving.
- A left front wheel reportedly fell off a nearly new truck during a turn.
- Airbags have failed to deploy in front-end crashes despite visible vehicle damage.
2015 GMC Canyon recalls
8 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 21V213000Mar 25, 2021Steering60,681 vehicles
Steering:electric power assist system
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The power steering assist may be lost due to a poor electrical connection within the steering gear assembly.
Risk: A loss of power steering, particularly at lower speeds increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace steering gear torque sensor cover assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 6, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N202325410.
- NHTSA 18V358000May 31, 2018Fuel System895 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.
Risk: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.
- NHTSA 17V621000Oct 5, 2017Airbags16 vehicles
Air bags:frontal
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado, and 2016 Chevrolet Volt vehicles. The driver's frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash.
Risk: An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 17387.
2015 GMC Canyon fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18.5 MPG
- Highway
- 24.5 MPG
- Combined
- 21 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,100
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2015 compared with other Canyon years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2015 GMC Canyon reliable?
- NHTSA data ranks it 2nd worst of 19 model years for this model, with a complaint index of 94 and 303 complaints, most concentrated in the steering system.
- What is the main problem with the 2015 GMC Canyon?
- Steering is the top problem area, accounting for 75% of complaints (226 complaints), with owners reporting loss of power steering assist. Median mileage at failure is 67,764 miles.
- Does the 2015 GMC Canyon have a steering recall?
- Yes, two separate steering recalls (21V213000 and 16V054000) address loss of power steering assist from electrical connection issues in the steering gear assembly.
- How many recalls does the 2015 GMC Canyon have?
- NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for the 2015 GMC Canyon, covering steering, airbags, brakes, fuel system, and structure & body components.
- Which GMC Canyon model years are better than 2015?
- Years such as 2010, 2011, 2012, 2019, and 2020 carry Best verdicts with much lower complaint indexes, ranging from 0 to 22, compared to 94 for 2015.