Air Bags:frontal
NHTSA campaign 17V621000 · 2017 · reported 10/05/2017
An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
2015 GMC Canyon Problems & Recalls
Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Steering — runs 11.9× the fleet median for that category across the 1655 model-years tracked on this site.
300Complaints
8Recalls
7Crashes
4Fires
4Injured
0Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Steering (74% of complaints) — is covered by 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
Steering complaints here are 11.9× the median for that category across the 1655 model-years tracked on this site.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 222 · 74% | Recalled | Recall 16V054000 · Recall 21V213000 |
| Power Train | 37 · 12.3% | not available | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 36 · 12% | not available | — |
| Electrical System | 32 · 10.7% | not available | — |
| Engine | 13 · 4.3% | not available | — |
| Service Brakes | 8 · 2.7% | Recalled | Recall 15V278000 |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Complaints by component
Percentages are the share of the 300 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
Recalls — 8 campaigns
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
NHTSA campaign 18V358000 · 2018 · reported 05/31/2018
A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Air Bags
NHTSA campaign 14V645000 · 2014 · reported 10/09/2014
If the driver air bag does not deploy as designed, there is an increased risk of driver injury in the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Seats
NHTSA campaign 15V267000 · 2015 · reported 05/08/2015
If the seat-frame attachment hooks are not secured properly, the seat may not be adequately anchored to the vehicle, and in the event of a crash, the seat occupant could be at an increased risk of an injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Steering:electric Power Assist System
NHTSA campaign 16V054000 · 2016 · reported 02/01/2016
A loss or reduction in power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
NHTSA campaign 15V278000 · 2015 · reported 05/12/2015
If the vehicle experiences a brake fluid leak it can increase the stopping distance, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module
NHTSA campaign 15V157000 · 2015 · reported 03/18/2015
If the inflator separates from the back plate in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, this may cause the air bag or steering wheel components to separate and be propelled into the interior compartment, potentially seriously injuring the driver or other occup… Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Steering:electric Power Assist System
NHTSA campaign 21V213000 · 2021 · reported 03/25/2021
A loss of power steering, particularly at lower speeds increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“LOSS OF POWER STEERING INTERMITTENTLY AND HARD TO STEER WHILE DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY. MUST PULL OVER AND TURN OFF ENGINE. START AGAIN TO RESET. CAN…”NHTSA complaint 11233543 — filed 07/20/2019 · STEERING
“LOSS OF ELECTRIC POWER STEERING WHILE MOVING AT SPEEDS BELOW 30 MPH.”NHTSA complaint 11230347 — filed 07/09/2019 · STEERING
“ON TWO OCCASIONS RECENTLY, MY POWER STEERING STOPPED WORKING, ONCE ON START UP AND ONCE WHILE DRIVING. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, I GET WARNINGS THAT OTHER…”NHTSA complaint 11220547 — filed 06/17/2019 · STEERING
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 GMC Canyon?
Steering issues are the most-reported category, cited in 222 of 300 NHTSA complaints (74%), followed by power train (37), electronic stability control (esc) (36), electrical system (32). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2015 GMC Canyon have?
300 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 7 involved a crash, 4 involved a fire, and 4 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2015 GMC Canyon have any recalls?
Yes — 8 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 17V621000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2015 GMC Canyon's reported problems?
Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.
