2018 GMC Canyon Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 6%of 53 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 19,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the brakes of the 2018 GMC Canyon, 6% of the 53 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 19,000 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 shifting really hard, has problem shifting from low gear shaking when brakes are applied makes loud noises when you go reverse to park and park to any gear Driving home lost power Steering and had to pull of freeway This truck has already been in the dealer for 7 other warranty issues This will be the 4th issue with the transmission!!!! …”
NHTSA complaint #11527505, filed 2023-06“Driving down road and heard load screeching noise then when preparing to stop the brake felt like pushing on a brick wall and almost got hit after pulling into highway. The vacuum booster pump was found to have been sheared off engine.”
NHTSA complaint #11772255, filed 2026-10Related service bulletins
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11011779Dec 6, 2024This preliminary information discusses potential for a code C0010.5A to store in the brake controller which appears to be setting falsely or is induced by the customer.
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11007691Sep 11, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicle that may have a "Check Trailer Wiring" or "Service Trailer…
- 11000550May 3, 2024This service bulletin provides information about GM Accessories - Dealer-Installed, Repaired or Replaced During Warranty Coverage Period.
- 10253061Mar 4, 2024This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel…
- 10251685Feb 6, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about fluid leaking from the brake caliper piston area found during a service of the vehicle…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 13% |
| 2025 | 3 | 38% |
| 2024 | 14 | 7% |
| 2023 | 10 | 16% |
| 2022 | 1 | 4% |
| 2021 | 1 | 8% |
| 2020 | 1 | 7% |
| 2018 | 3 | 6% |
| 2017 | 5 | 8% |
| 2016 | 9 | 3% |
| 2015 | 10 | 3% |
| 2012 | 3 | 13% |
| 2011 | 2 | 17% |
| 2009 | 4 | 15% |
| 2008 | 8 | 21% |
| 2007 | 7 | 17% |
| 2006 | 11 | 23% |
| 2005 | 21 | 19% |
| 2004 | 6 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2018 GMC Canyon
27 complaintsElectrical system
10 complaintsEngine
6 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2018 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.
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