2021 GMC CANYON Complaints and Recall Information
The 2021 GMC Canyon has 2 complaints and 3 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report electric power steering motor failure and abnormal vibration or shuddering while driving. One complaint details a loss of steering control on the highway, while another describes recurring transmission issues accompanied by a check engine light.
Common Issues- Power steering failure. Electric power steering motor stops working while driving, causing difficult vehicle control and risk of veering into oncoming traffic.
- Abnormal vibration. Vehicle shakes and shudders intermittently at speeds around 50 MPH, worsening over time without warning lights initially illuminating.
- Transmission failure indication. Check engine light activates with transmission problems confirmed by independent mechanics and linked to a known recall, though some affected VINs may be excluded from the recall repair.
Three recalls affect the 2021 GMC Canyon, addressing seat belt fasteners and load capacity labeling. The recalls focus on occupant restraint systems and vehicle load labeling to reduce crash risk and ensure compliance with federal safety standards.
Recalls- Seat belt fasteners. NHTSA Recall 20V811000 affects 470 vehicles. Incorrect bolts were used to secure seat belts which may cause the belts to detach in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace bolts at no cost. The recall began January 29, 2021. No "Do Not Drive" or "Park Outside" advisory.
- Seat belt assembly. Same NHTSA Recall 20V811000 also warns that improper seat belt attachment may prevent proper occupant restraint during a crash. Repair entails replacing suspect bolts free of charge.
- Load capacity label. NHTSA Recall 21V497000 covers 7,199 vehicles with an overstated load carrying capacity on the Tire and Loading Information placard by 51 lbs, risking unintentional overloading and potential crashes. GM will mail new labels for owner or dealer installation. No operational restrictions issued.
Owners with repeated steering or transmission failures, unresolved recalls, or safety defects may have rights under state lemon laws and should consider consulting legal resources for assistance.
2021 GMC CANYON Summary
2021
Model Year
2
Total Complaints
2
Total Recalls
7669
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2021 GMC CANYON
7199 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 GMC Canyon vehicles. The load carrying capacity printed on the Tire and Loading Information placard is 22.5 kg (51 lbs.) more than intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2021 GMC CANYON
470 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.
Risk: If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Complaints
2021 GMC CANYON
ID: 2118905POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2021 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle vibrated and shuddered abnormally. The contact stated that there were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent at first but became a recurring failure. The contact stated that the check engine warning light had recently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics who informed the contact of a known transmission failure and a national recall. The contact searched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V797000 (Power Train); however, the local dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not included, and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 69,000.
2021 GMC CANYON
ID: 2065924STEERING
The electric power steering motor stopped working while driving on the highway. The vehicle was almost impossible to control and almost caused me to enter the oncoming lane of traffic.