How common are steering problems on the 2015 GMC Canyon?

NHTSA lists 226 steering complaints for the 2015 Canyon out of 303 total complaints for the model year, or 75% of all complaints filed.

Is there a recall for steering on the 2015 GMC Canyon?

Yes. GM issued two recalls, campaigns 16V054000 and 21V213000, both addressing power steering assist loss from a poor electrical connection or torque sensor cover issue in the steering gear assembly, remedied by replacing the torque sensor cover assembly free of charge.

At what mileage do steering failures typically occur?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 67,764 miles for steering complaints on the 2015 Canyon.

Have steering problems led to crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records list 4 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries among the steering-related complaints for the 2015 GMC Canyon.

2015 GMC Canyon Steering Problems

Steering complaints make up 226 of 303 total complaints (75%) filed on the 2015 GMC Canyon, tied to two GM recalls for power steering assist loss. Owners report sudden loss of power steering assist at various speeds, with a median failure mileage of 67,764 miles.

Steering complaints: 226; 75% of 303
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 67,764 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Power steering assist cuts out suddenly at highway speeds, with the steering wheel becoming very stiff and hard to turn.
Steering loss is often preceded by illumination of the traction control or stability control warning light along with a chime and a "vehicle servicing and drive carefully" message.
Turning the ignition off and restarting the vehicle temporarily restores power steering assist in many reported cases.
Some owners report the power steering failure recurring repeatedly under different driving conditions, including low-speed street driving and highway cornering.
A separate rattling noise from the steering wheel/airbag cover area was reported shortly after purchase, unrelated to the assist-loss failures.
One owner reported a crash after the steering reportedly locked up along with a loss of lighting.

When 2015 GMC Canyon steering complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 27, 2015, latest Sep 22, 2026.

226 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2015 Q2 to 2026 Q3; peak 2019 Q3 (18).

Steering recalls for the 2015 GMC Canyon

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 16V054000Feb 1, 2016Steering2,988 vehicles
Steering:electric power assist system
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Colorado vehicles manufactured January 6, 2015, to March 17, 2015, and 2015 GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured January 6, 2015, to March 19, 2015. A poor electrical connection within the steering gear connector may cause a loss of power steering assist.
Risk: A loss or reduction in power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear torque sensor cover assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 1, 2016. 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 15595.

Steering complaints by Canyon model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20100 (0%)
20110 (0%)
20122 (9%)
2015226 (75%)
2016178 (66%)
20178 (12%)
20184 (8%)
20191 (6%)
20201 (7%)
20212 (18%)
20226 (23%)
20233 (5%)
20245 (2%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are steering problems on the 2015 GMC Canyon?: NHTSA lists 226 steering complaints for the 2015 Canyon out of 303 total complaints for the model year, or 75% of all complaints filed.
Is there a recall for steering on the 2015 GMC Canyon?: Yes. GM issued two recalls, campaigns 16V054000 and 21V213000, both addressing power steering assist loss from a poor electrical connection or torque sensor cover issue in the steering gear assembly, remedied by replacing the torque sensor cover assembly free of charge.
At what mileage do steering failures typically occur?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 67,764 miles for steering complaints on the 2015 Canyon.
Have steering problems led to crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records list 4 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries among the steering-related complaints for the 2015 GMC Canyon.