2019 Gmc Canyon Safety Report

The 2019 GMC Canyon presents a mixed safety profile based on available NHTSA data. With a total of 14 complaints, the vehicle has not been associated with any reported crashes, injuries, or deaths, which is a positive indicator. However, there has been one reported fire incident, the cause of which was ruled unknown by the fire department. The vehicle's NHTSA safety ratings are generally good, achieving a 4-star overall rating, 4 stars for frontal crash, and a strong 5 stars for side crash. The rollover rating, however, is 3 stars, which is typical for a truck of this type but suggests a higher risk in rollover scenarios compared to other vehicle types. A significant pattern in the complaints revolves around the POWER TRAIN, accounting for 6 out of 14 complaints (approximately 43%). These complaints frequently describe transmission shifting issues, including slow shifts, lurching, jerking, slipping on inclines, and harsh acceleration. Owners have reported these issues persisting even after dealership visits and fluid changes. This suggests a potential systemic issue with the transmission, impacting drivability and potentially long-term reliability. Beyond the transmission, other notable issues include two complaints related to the FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, specifically high-pressure fuel pump failures. In one instance, the pump broke off while driving at 70 mph, causing the vehicle to stall and rapidly reduce speed, a critical safety concern. There's also a complaint about steering wheel seizure and an engine oil cooler pipe corrosion leading to leaks and smoke. The absence of any recalls for the 2019 GMC Canyon means that none of these reported issues have been deemed widespread enough by the manufacturer or NHTSA to warrant a recall campaign, leaving owners to address these problems individually.

Our recommendation: While the 2019 GMC Canyon has good crash test ratings, potential buyers should be aware of recurring power train issues, particularly transmission problems, and serious but less frequent fuel system failures. A thorough pre-purchase inspection focusing on the transmission and fuel system is highly recommended.