Why do so many 2024 GMC Canyon owners complain about the electrical system?

NHTSA lists 168 electrical system complaints for the 2024 Canyon, 82% of the 206 total complaints filed for the year, almost all describing flickering headlights.

Is there a recall for the 2024 GMC Canyon headlight flicker?

Yes. Recall campaign 24V673000, reported September 12, 2024, covers headlights that flicker while driving and while parked. GM's remedy is a free headlight module replacement.

Has the headlight flicker caused any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data for this problem area shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported.

At what mileage do owners typically report the headlight flicker?

The median mileage at failure recorded for this electrical system issue is 162.5 miles, indicating the problem tends to show up very early in ownership.

2024 GMC Canyon Electrical System Problems

The Electrical System accounts for 168 of 206 total complaints (82%) on the 2024 GMC Canyon, almost all involving flickering headlights. A related recall, campaign 24V673000, covers headlight flicker and calls for a free headlight module replacement.

Electrical System complaints: 168; 82% of 206
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 163 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Low-beam headlights flicker or briefly turn off every few minutes, both while driving and while parked.
The flicker happens whether the auto-dimming/auto headlight setting is on or off.
Oncoming and following drivers mistake the flicker for a signal and flash or brake-check in response.
Some owners report the flicker occurs mainly on trucks built in a narrow spring-to-June 2024 window.
Dealers have confirmed the flicker but multiple owners report no fix was available at the time of the complaint.

When 2024 GMC Canyon electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 27, 2024, latest Aug 7, 2026.

168 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2024 to Aug 2026; peak Aug 2024 (102).

Electrical System recalls for the 2024 GMC Canyon

NHTSA 24V673000Sep 12, 2024Electrical System13,241 vehicles
Exterior lighting:headlights
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 GMC Canyon vehicles. The headlights may flicker while driving and while the vehicle is in park. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Headlights flickering can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace a module in the headlight, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242468880.

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

Why do so many 2024 GMC Canyon owners complain about the electrical system?: NHTSA lists 168 electrical system complaints for the 2024 Canyon, 82% of the 206 total complaints filed for the year, almost all describing flickering headlights.
Is there a recall for the 2024 GMC Canyon headlight flicker?: Yes. Recall campaign 24V673000, reported September 12, 2024, covers headlights that flicker while driving and while parked. GM's remedy is a free headlight module replacement.
Has the headlight flicker caused any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data for this problem area shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported.
At what mileage do owners typically report the headlight flicker?: The median mileage at failure recorded for this electrical system issue is 162.5 miles, indicating the problem tends to show up very early in ownership.