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2022 GMC Canyon problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2022 GMC Canyon sits mid-pack among Canyon years: 39 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 61, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 10 reports (26% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

39

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2022 compare to other Canyon years?

Canyon NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted400 complaints2004: 103 complaints2005: 146 complaints2006: 81 complaints2007: 61 complaints2008: 68 complaints2009: 35 complaints2010: 9 complaints2011: 20 complaints2012: 30 complaints2015: 400 complaints2016: 353 complaints2017: 91 complaints2018: 70 complaints2019: 22 complaints2020: 19 complaints2021: 13 complaints2022: 39 complaints2023: 95 complaints2024: 255 complaints2025: 13 complaints2026: 3 complaints
Canyon NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 GMC Canyon problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1026%
Steering615%
Driver Assistance513%
Transmission410%
Fuel System38%
Other38%
Engine25%
Body & Structure25%
Airbags25%
Lighting13%
Brakes13%

Does the 2022 GMC Canyon have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

22V375000SeatsMay 26, 2022 · 1,631 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado vehicles equipped with a manual passenger seat. The front passenger seat may have a hook attachment that was not properly welded, allowing it to separate from the inboard track of the seat frame.

Consequence

An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat and replace the cushion frame, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2022. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222368320.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The truck smokes constantly, dash board faulty frame has a problem I suspect the engine head gasket is blown radio constantly needs adjusting seats look as if they may be separating from the floor terrible fuel consumption gear shift sticks and more and battery charging problem ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · January 29, 2024

“The truck smokes constantly, dash board faulty frame has a problem I suspect the engine head gasket is blown radio constantly needs adjusting seats look as if they may be separating from the floor terrible fuel consumption gear shift sticks and more and battery charging problem ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · January 29, 2024

“While driving out of a parking lot, my power steering stopped working and I had to regain control to manually steer the vehicle. After stopping and turning off the engine to check the serpentine belt, the power steering came back on, but the lane departure assist function was no longer working. It…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · September 15, 2024

“Vehicle doors are uneven. Crooked. Headlights/taillights get foggy to the point where you cannot see the lights. Doors wont shut properly. Powertrain issues. Vibration after certain speeds. Transmission delays gear switching. Transmission kicking and banging. Exhaust has a hole in it. I can provide…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · February 16, 2023

“The ECU electric control model has now burned up 3 times and the dealership just keeps replacing it the only thing they keep saying not to fill up the gas tank all the way? The gas gauge just goes dead ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · December 12, 2024

2022 GMC Canyon — common questions

Is the 2022 GMC Canyon reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 39 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Canyon year, with 1 recall and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2022 Canyon problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (10 complaints), steering (6 complaints), driver assistance (5 complaints).

Does the 2022 GMC Canyon have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2022 GMC Canyon. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which GMC Canyon years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Canyon years to avoid are 2015, 2016, 2024, 2005, 2004, 2023. The cleanest record among Canyon years belongs to 2026.

How safe is the 2022 GMC Canyon?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2022 GMC Canyon earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.