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1GTG6DE38G1••••••2016 Gmc CANYON
This build draws 4.0× more complaints than the average 2016 Gmc CANYON build (12 vs 3).
12on this build
263on the model
88builds in total
Most reportedSteering 11Electronic Stability Control (esc) 2Power Train 1Lane Departure 1
What owners of this build wrote
SteeringFeb 2026
Loss of power steering. This is a known problem with the 2015 GMC Canyon models. My 2016 GMC Canyon has the same problem. This is a serious issue. A recall should be issued. It has happened to me several times
Power TrainApr 2017
Sag and hesitation while shifting,seems to get stuck or not sure what gear to be in.while making a turn truck hesitates no acceleration at 20mph.serious safety concern about getting rear ended
SteeringOct 2025
Power steering turned off while driving Pulled over cycled the key it came back on Has happened 3 times in two weeks
SteeringSep 2023
The contact owns a 2016 GMC Canyon. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The power steering and stabili-trak warning lights were illuminated. The contact called the dealer and was informed that the vehicle was not…
SteeringAug 2023
The stabilitrak power steering system fails randomly at high speeds causing loss of control and risk of crashing. This is a known problem to GMC and a recall was issued for 2015 canyon trucks requiring the dealer to replace the steering gear torque sensor cover assembly free of…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1GTG6DE38G1194322 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.