2025 GMC Canyon
2 recalls · 8 complaints · Safety Score B
Recall History
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024–2026 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV vehicles. Incorrect sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software may cause a second stage passenger air bag deployment when only a first stage is intended. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Saf...
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: An air bag that deploys improperly increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the SDM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252533510. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 11, 2025.
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Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.
Recent Complaints
| Date | Component | Description | Crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/26/2026 | Electrical System,vehicle Speed Control,unknown or Other | On [XXX], at approximately 4:10 PM, I was at the McDonald’s drive-through located at [XXX] and [XXX] in Springfield, Mis... | No | No |
| 02/12/2026 | Electrical System,unknown or Other | There is a phantom chime that happens intermittently at all driving conditions when close to or below 20 degrees F. (sto... | No | No |
| 02/05/2026 | Engine | Upper radiator hose leaking coolant | No | No |
| 02/05/2026 | Seats | Front passenger heated seat caused severe burns to passenger back upper thigh area while using. Passenger was wearing a... | No | No |
| 01/05/2026 | Engine and Engine Cooling | The contact owns a 2025 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact discovered a coola... | No | No |
| 11/25/2025 | Service Brakes | On Sunday, November 16, 2025, my vehicle, which had only 2,004 miles on the odometer, experienced a catastrophic failure... | No | No |
| 08/27/2025 | Service Brakes,forward Collision Avoidance | *COMPONENT SYSTEM FAILURE- MASTER BRAKE CYLINDER *SAFETY PUT AT RISK - AS BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE MEANS THE BRAKES WERE NOT... | No | No |
| 08/27/2025 | Service Brakes,forward Collision Avoidance | ALREADY SUBMITTED COMPLAINT BUT NEEDED TO EDIT MILEAGE. *ORIGINAL COMPLAINT NUMBER-11683406. COMPONENT SYSTEM FAILURE-... | No | No |
Most Complained-About Components
Frequently Asked Questions
The 2025 GMC Canyon has 2 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA. Total complaints filed: 8.
The 2025 GMC Canyon has a Safety Score of 73/100 (Grade B). This score factors in recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash and fire reports (20%), and trend direction (10%).
The 2025 GMC Canyon received a Safety Score of B. This vehicle has a better-than-average safety record. No crash reports are on file.
Contact your nearest GMC dealership to schedule a free recall repair. You can also check your specific vehicle by VIN at NHTSA.gov. Manufacturers are required by law to fix recall-related defects at no cost.
Safety Score is calculated from recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash/fire reports (20%), and safety trend (10%).