2017 GMC Canyon Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 12%of 66 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 47,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the steering of the 2017 GMC Canyon, 12% of the 66 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 47,000 miles.
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.
“We have a 2017 Gmc Canyon diesel with 56570 miles on it. While we were driving down the street (it was raining) going about 30 miles an hour and all of the sudden the service stabilitrak censor came on am it instantly put the brake on. We turned the truck on and off. Over and over letting it sit for more that a minute completely and still nothing....we were down the street from our house and my husband had to push it home. …”
NHTSA complaint #11354315, filed 2020-09, 56,570 miles“Truck was in motion on the highway travelling at 110 km/hr when the power assisted power steering warning light came on and the vehicle lost all functionality to steer the vehicle. I pulled over to the highway shoulder and shut the vehicle off. I waited two minutes and then started the vehicle . The warning light was still visible, but the power assisted steering was working intermittently. I took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection.”
NHTSA complaint #11339295, filed 2020-07, 47,000 miles“With the vehicle in park and the steering locked and the key removed. Put the key in the ignition and it will not turn. So immediately you think the steering must be turned sharp either one way or the other and a little pressure or jiggle would loosen it. Nope. In fact, the wheels are pointing straight ahead. So next, one would think it must be the gear shifter safety witch must be the issue and a little jiggle of it should allow you to turn that key. Nope. …”
NHTSA complaint #11329212, filed 2020-06, 37,000 miles“Loss of steering while driving power loss steering displayed on screen called dealer ship said to bring in after reading on the web explained on 2015 and 2016 canon had been recalled for same thing”
NHTSA complaint #11266122, filed 2019-10, 99,000 miles“The contact owns a 2017 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became firm and difficult to maneuver. The power steering assist warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 35,400.”
NHTSA complaint #11524646, filed 2023-05, 35,400 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11019516Apr 17, 2025This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
- 11014577Feb 18, 2025This service bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on…
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 10249949Jan 17, 2024This technical bulletin advises the technician of possible concerns caused by failed or incorrectly installed parts that may cause the battery positive cable to contact the water…
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 25% |
| 2024 | 5 | 2% |
| 2023 | 3 | 5% |
| 2022 | 6 | 21% |
| 2021 | 2 | 17% |
| 2020 | 1 | 7% |
| 2019 | 1 | 6% |
| 2018 | 4 | 8% |
| 2017 | 8 | 12% |
| 2016 | 181 | 67% |
| 2015 | 226 | 75% |
| 2012 | 2 | 9% |
| 2008 | 1 | 3% |
| 2007 | 4 | 10% |
| 2005 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2017 GMC Canyon
18 complaintsEngine
14 complaintsOther or unknown
13 complaintsElectrical system
12 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsForward collision avoidance
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 GMC Canyon
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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