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GMC CanyonModel year report

2019 GMC Canyon Problems

Complaints
17filed with NHTSA
Median mileage
36,082miles, 6 complaints with mileage
Recalls
0campaigns on record
Trend
RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA crash rating
4 / 5stars overall, 4 rated versions
EPA fuel economy
22 mpgcombined, 2.5L 4-cyl RWD · 20 city / 26 hwy

Sources: NHTSA records for the 2019 GMC Canyon (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error

NHTSA recorded 17 consumer complaints for the 2019 GMC Canyon. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 7 complaints (41% of the total), followed by electrical system (5) and engine (3). 6 of the complaints include a mileage, and 50% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 36,082 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 984 technical service bulletins for this model year. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 133 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 180 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.

This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.

Which parts are reported most

Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.

Example complaints

Transmission and drivetrain: “Transmission slips on inclines. Have taken it to dealer several times . They changed fluid and it still slips on inclines. Doesn't slip all of the time, but does still slip! This started approx. 2 months after purchase. Bought new.”

NHTSA complaint #11322844, filed 2020-04, 500 miles

Electrical system: “On cold startup there is a loud clunk coming from front of vehicle and the vibration can be felt from inside the truck as if something hit the floor underneath.”

NHTSA complaint #11254462, filed 2019-09, 184 miles

Engine: “The contact owns a 2019 GMC Canyon. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. There was an abnormal scratching noise detected. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that an unknown part had fractured inside the engine. The mechanic informed the contact that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that there was no warranty coverage on the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. …”

NHTSA complaint #11602311, filed 2024-07, 64,000 miles

Fuel system: “On Wednesday September 22nd at approximately 9:45 pm. My 2019 GMC Canyon was parked on my street and caught fire and was destroyed for no known reason. The fire department came ruled the cause as un known. The cabin and the bed were totally destroyed. Appears to be no issue to the engine compartment.”

NHTSA complaint #11434439, filed 2021-09

Mileage when problems were reported

50% of the 6 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 500 and 64,000 miles.

33%0–1017%10–250%25–5050%50–750%75–1000%100–1500%150+
Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (6 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 36,082 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.

201920202021202220234202420252026
Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2019 GMC Canyon. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.

VersionOverallFrontalSideSide poleRollover
Canyon · crew cab 4WD★★★★☆4 / 4553 · 21.2% risk
Canyon · extended cab 4WD★★★★☆5 / 4553 · 22.0% risk
Canyon · crew cab RWD★★★★☆4 / 4553 · 21.9% risk
Canyon · extended cab RWD★★★★☆5 / 4553 · 21.4% risk

Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2019 model year: forward collision warning optional, lane departure warning optional, automatic emergency braking not available.

Neighbouring years: 2018: same overall rating; 2020: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Fuel economy and running cost

EPA ratings for each 2019 GMC Canyon version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).

VersionEngineTransmissionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
Canyon 2WD2.5L 4-cyl6-speed automatic202622$3,050
Canyon 2WD2.5L 4-cyl6-speed manual202622$3,050
Canyon 2WD3.6L 6-cyl8-speed automatic182520$3,350
Canyon 4WD2.5L 4-cyl6-speed automatic192421$3,200
Canyon 4WD3.6L 6-cyl8-speed automatic172419$3,550
Canyon 2WD2.8L 4-cyl · diesel6-speed automatic203023$4,150
Canyon 4WD2.8L 4-cyl · diesel6-speed automatic192822$4,350

Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.

Recalls and investigations

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2019 GMC Canyon in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Technical service bulletins

TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 984 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

See all 984 bulletins →

Other model years of the GMC Canyon

YearComplaintsMedian miRecallsCrash ★MPGScore (50 = typical)Trend
202683502420—Too new
2025813,5002420—Too new
20242074,0003420Too new to compareToo new
2023623,000342099 · MoreToo new
20222822,212142240 · TypicalRising
20211246,5002422—Not enough data
20201418,5000422—Not enough data
20191736,0820422—Rising
20185322,000142243 · TypicalStable
20176627,803142256 · TypicalFalling
201627146,5234422100 · MoreStable
201530354,6808422100 · MoreFalling
20122345,0002—21—Stable
20111251,0735—21—Not enough data
2010810,0002—21—Not enough data
20092749,9283—2030 · FewerFalling
20083868,0002—200 · FewerStable
20074273,6513—18Not compared (before 2008)Falling
20064860,0004—19Not compared (before 2008)Falling
200511350,1063—18Not compared (before 2008)Falling
20048074,4563—18Not compared (before 2008)Stable

All GMC Canyon model years · Best and worst years by complaints

Frequently asked questions

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2019 GMC Canyon have?

NHTSA recorded 17 consumer complaints for the 2019 GMC Canyon as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 2019 GMC Canyon is reported most often?

Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 7 complaints (41% of the total), followed by electrical system with 5.

Has the 2019 GMC Canyon been recalled?

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

How did the 2019 GMC Canyon do in NHTSA crash tests?

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2019 GMC Canyon 4 out of 5 stars overall, across 4 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.

What gas mileage does the 2019 GMC Canyon get?

The EPA rates the 2019 GMC Canyon (Canyon 2WD, 2.5L 4-cyl) at 22 mpg combined, 20 city and 26 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,050 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.

At what mileage are problems with the 2019 GMC Canyon reported?

Among the 6 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 36,082 miles and the middle half falls between 500 and 64,000 miles; 50% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).

Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.