How common are electrical problems in the 2016 GMC Canyon?

NHTSA lists 38 Electrical System complaints for the 2016 Canyon, which makes up 14% of all 268 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2016 GMC Canyon electrical system?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2016 Canyon.

At what mileage do electrical failures typically occur on the 2016 Canyon?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 30,000 miles.

Have electrical issues caused crashes or fires in the 2016 Canyon?

NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 1 fire linked to complaints filed under the Electrical System category for the 2016 Canyon.

2016 GMC Canyon Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 38 Electrical System complaints for the 2016 GMC Canyon, 14% of its 268 total complaints for the year. There are no related recalls tied to this data. Median mileage at failure was 30,000 miles, with 2 crashes and 1 fire reported.

Electrical System complaints: 38; 14% of 268
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 30,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Infotainment and backup camera systems cut out after short operation, sometimes requiring dealer visits with no fix.
Instrument panel and dash gauges randomly shut down or reboot while driving, occasionally with total loss of power and shuddering brakes when stopping.
Touch screen and digital speedometer glitch or change on their own, including full dash blackouts at night.
Power steering has failed suddenly while driving, in one case at 80mph causing the vehicle to veer lanes.
Rodents were reported chewing through wiring harnesses within months of purchase, with dealers declining warranty coverage.
Rear window defroster on sliding rear windows failed to operate.

When 2016 GMC Canyon electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 23, 2016, latest Jun 30, 2026.

38 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2016 to Jun 2026; peak Sep 2019 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2016 GMC Canyon

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Canyon model year

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

20102 (25%)
20115 (42%)
201210 (43%)
201533 (11%)
201638 (14%)
201712 (18%)
201812 (23%)
20195 (31%)
20204 (29%)
20212 (18%)
202213 (50%)
202324 (39%)
2024168 (82%)
20252 (25%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems in the 2016 GMC Canyon?: NHTSA lists 38 Electrical System complaints for the 2016 Canyon, which makes up 14% of all 268 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2016 GMC Canyon electrical system?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2016 Canyon.
At what mileage do electrical failures typically occur on the 2016 Canyon?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 30,000 miles.
Have electrical issues caused crashes or fires in the 2016 Canyon?: NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 1 fire linked to complaints filed under the Electrical System category for the 2016 Canyon.