2009 GMC Canyon Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 22%of 27 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 47,428miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the fuel system of the 2009 GMC Canyon, 22% of the 27 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 47,428 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I was driving approx. 65 MPH in heavy traffic on the new york state thruway when I lost all power to my truck and was barely able to manuever off the road. I had my truck towed to my mechanic & was told that it was the fuel pump flow control module. Recall no. 08411 2009 Gmc canyons were recalled because of this problem. The recall stated that the fuel system control modules have a condition in which an adhesive separation of the rtv seal between the seal and the housing may allow water to seep into the module. …”
NHTSA complaint #11374161, filed 2020-11, 54,856 miles“To start out I would like to say that this is my first brand new vehicle I have ever bought. I was on I 475 driving approx. 65 MPH when I lost all power to my truck and was barely able to coast off to the side of the road. I had my truck towed to the nearest Gmc dealership to determine the problem. I was told that it was the fuel pump flow control module. I researched this problem at home and found out that 2009 Gmc canyons were recalled because of this problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10618085, filed 2014-08, 31,791 miles“This incident has happened on several occasions. When taking off from a stopped position and going through the gears when accelerating quickly, the accelerator has stuck even when my foot is taken off of the pedal. This happens as I am shifting from first to second gear, when I take my foot off the gas then push in the clutch and shift gear and release the clutch, the computer does not respond to my foot coming off the throttle. The truck continues to accelerate even with my foot off of the throttle. The only way to stop the acceleration is to repeatedly tap the pedal until it releases. …”
NHTSA complaint #10525733, filed 2013-07, 18,000 miles“Attempt to start the engine after sitting for a few hours in driveway, the engine starts then sputters and stalls as if not getting enough gas and attempts to die. After a few moments, it finally catches up and runs. Engine has stalled while sitting at traffic lighs several times. …”
NHTSA complaint #11012918, filed 2017-08, 137,900 miles“The contact owns a 2009 Gmc Canyon. The contact was driving 65 MPH when the check engine warning light illuminated. The dealer advised that the fuel control modular would need replacing. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 09v154000 (fuel system, gasoline) and was advised that his VIN was not included with the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000 and the current mileage was 105,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10352000, filed 2010-08, 40,000 milesRelated recalls
- 09V154000May 6, 2009Gm is recalling 27,188 my 2009 cadillac escalade, escalade hybrid, escalade esv, and escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche, suburban, tahoe, tahoe hybrid, and…Covers: GMC Canyon 2009, Chevrolet Tahoe 2009, Cadillac Escalade 2009 +7 more
Related service bulletins
- 11007095Aug 7, 2024This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 10241417Aug 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10222766Sep 16, 2022This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 10222765Sep 14, 2022This service bulletin provides the technician with additional information on fuels, fuel additives and fuel management.
- 10222739Sep 13, 2022This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10218873Aug 10, 2022This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 10213816May 26, 2022This Preliminary information communicates provides information to the technician on the use of R-99 or R-95 Renewable diesel fuel.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 1% |
| 2023 | 1 | 2% |
| 2022 | 3 | 11% |
| 2019 | 3 | 18% |
| 2018 | 5 | 9% |
| 2017 | 7 | 11% |
| 2016 | 10 | 4% |
| 2015 | 5 | 2% |
| 2010 | 1 | 13% |
| 2009 | 6 | 22% |
| 2008 | 3 | 8% |
| 2007 | 3 | 7% |
| 2006 | 6 | 13% |
| 2005 | 3 | 3% |
| 2004 | 3 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2009 GMC Canyon
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 GMC Canyon
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology