2022 GMC Canyon Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
46/100
#8 most-complained of 14 Canyon years
The 2022 GMC Canyon has a complaint index of 46, ranking 8th worst out of 14 model years, and carries a 'Good' verdict relative to other Canyon years. It has 26 complaints, 1 recall, and no fires or deaths reported to NHTSA.
- Complaints
- 26
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 1 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 21.5
- 19 city / 25 hwy
Top 2022 GMC Canyon problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System13 (50%)
- Steering6 (23%)
- Transmission & Powertrain5 (19%)
- Other4 (15%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras3 (12%)
- Fuel System3 (12%)
- Airbags2 (8%)
- Engine2 (8%)
- Structure & Body2 (8%)
- Brakes1 (4%)
What owners report
- Steering wheel and column vibrate at highway speed around 70 MPH, sometimes with no warning light on.
- Power steering assist cuts out at low speed with a 'Service Power Steering' message, later traced to water intrusion into an electrical connector.
- Ignition key gets stuck and cannot be removed for several minutes, forcing repeated restarts before the vehicle can be shut off.
- 8-speed automatic transmission slips in first gear and shows delayed or rough gear changes.
- Rear extended door triggers a false 'door ajar' dashboard warning and dome light unless the door is closed forcefully.
- Airbags failed to deploy in a frontal crash at 45-50 MPH, with a service air bag message appearing afterward.
2022 GMC Canyon recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 22V375000May 26, 2022Structure & Body1,631 vehicles
Seats:critical fasteners
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado vehicles equipped with a manual passenger seat. The front passenger seat may have a hook attachment that was not properly welded, allowing it to separate from the inboard track of the seat frame.
Risk: An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat and replace the cushion frame, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2022. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222368320.
2022 GMC Canyon fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 19 MPG
- Highway
- 25 MPG
- Combined
- 21.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,250
- 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.
2022 compared with other Canyon years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 GMC Canyon reliable?
- NHTSA lists 26 complaints and 1 recall for the 2022 Canyon, giving it a complaint index of 46, which ranks 8th worst of 14 model years and earns a 'Good' verdict relative to other Canyon years.
- What is the biggest problem with the 2022 GMC Canyon?
- Electrical System issues are the top problem area, accounting for 13 of 26 complaints (50%), including power steering loss and keys sticking in the ignition, with a median failure mileage of 36,746 miles.
- Does the 2022 GMC Canyon have any recalls?
- Yes, one recall (campaign 22V375000) covers a front passenger seat with a hook attachment that may not have been properly welded; it is not a do-not-drive recall.
- How does the 2022 Canyon compare to other bad years?
- The 2022 model year is much better than 2015, 2016, 2023, and 2024, which are all rated 'Avoid' with complaint indexes between 77 and 100, compared to 46 for 2022.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2022 GMC Canyon?
- EPA rates the 2022 Canyon at 21.5 mpg combined (19 city / 25 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,250.