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2026 GMC Canyon

2 recalls · 1 complaints · Safety Score B

B
Safety Score
77/100
2
Recalls
1
Complaints
0
Crash Reports
0
Fire Reports

Recall History

25V85600011/12/2025
Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module

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.

26V11400026/02/2026
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual

General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coup...

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

DateComponentCrashFire
03/31/2026WheelsNoNo

Most Complained-About Components

Wheels1

Frequently Asked Questions

The 2026 GMC Canyon has 2 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA. Total complaints filed: 1.

The 2026 GMC Canyon has a Safety Score of 77/100 (Grade B). This score factors in recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash and fire reports (20%), and trend direction (10%).

The 2026 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.

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Safety Score is calculated from recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash/fire reports (20%), and safety trend (10%).