2017 GMC Canyon Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 3%of 66 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 30,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the suspension of the 2017 GMC Canyon, 3% of the 66 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 30,000 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.
“Transmission continually has issues with the first to second gear change, shudders at low speeds and when decelerating, and produces a loud 'clunk' noise when when reverse gear is engaged. In addition to the ' clunk', the body of the vehicle is subject to a rapid movement as the reverse gear is engaged. The vehicle has been returned to the dealership in order to resolve the issue however, I have been turned away for repairs as they claim it is a characteristic trait of the 8l90 ( 8 speed) transmission. The TSB of changing the transmission fluid to the mobil1 did temporarily mask the issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #11396557, filed 2021-02, 30,000 miles“The rear differential is beginning to made a noise while moving down the road, you cannot hear it from the inside the vehicle, you need to be on the outside while the vehicle is in motion.”
NHTSA complaint #11373069, filed 2020-11Related 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.
- 11017245Apr 1, 2025This technical bulletin provides a procedure for lubricating the rear leaf springs and re-torque the bolts to correct a squeak, clunking noise.
- 11015202Feb 26, 2025This technical bulletin provides a procedure for lubricating the rear leaf springs and re-torque the bolts to correct a squeak, clunking noise.
- 11015409Feb 25, 2025This service bulletin provides information on Wheel Alignment Specifications, Requirements and Recommendations for GM Vehicles.
- 11012928Jan 11, 2025This technical bulletin provides a procedure for lubricating the rear leaf springs and re-torque the bolts to correct a squeak, clunking noise.
- 11007936Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11007935Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11000119Apr 26, 2024This service bulletin provides technicians with information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 0% |
| 2023 | 1 | 2% |
| 2018 | 1 | 2% |
| 2017 | 2 | 3% |
| 2016 | 4 | 1% |
| 2015 | 2 | 1% |
| 2012 | 2 | 9% |
| 2010 | 1 | 13% |
| 2008 | 1 | 3% |
| 2006 | 1 | 2% |
| 2005 | 6 | 5% |
| 2004 | 13 | 16% |
Other parts of the 2017 GMC Canyon
18 complaintsEngine
14 complaintsOther or unknown
13 complaintsElectrical system
12 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsForward collision avoidance
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 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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