2026 GMC Canyon

The windshield washer fluid reservoir is black and non-translucent, preventing owners from visually checking the fluid level without removing the cap. This leads to unexpectedly running out of fluid a...

The wireless charging pad on early 2025 GMC Canyon models lacks raised edges (lips), causing phones to slide off during driving. Owners must request a dealer update to get the improved version with li...

The power-adjustable passenger seat is not available on the GMC Canyon Z71 trim (or equivalent Chevy Colorado Z71), only on higher trims like AT4. Buyers cannot option it standalone on base performanc...

The heads-up display (HUD) is advertised as a 6.3-inch multicolored display but primarily shows white graphics like speed and MPH. Colors only appear under specific conditions, such as when cruise con...

Buyers cannot order individual features like power seats alone; they must purchase expensive bundles such as the $3,000 Convenience Package C that includes unwanted extras. This inflates costs for des...

GM provides at least six separate, hard-to-navigate privacy statements instead of a single user-friendly privacy hub, making it difficult for buyers to understand data collection and sharing practices...

The auto start-stop system shuts off the engine at stops to save fuel but defaults to on every drive, requiring manual disabling. Owners find it annoying and potentially hard on the engine, seeking pe...

The vehicle emits a jarring double honk when entering, unrelated to key notifications which were already disabled. Owners report it happening occasionally without clear cause, startling them.

The blind spot monitoring indicator in the driver's side mirror falsely triggers, especially in morning or dark conditions when no vehicle is present. This creates unnecessary distractions.

The automatic emergency braking (AEB) system activates unexpectedly (phantom braking) while driving, even without obstacles. GM issued a stop-sale order for 2024 models due to this safety issue.

Infotainment system displays warnings on every startup, persisting after OTA updates. Owners report these pop-ups as ongoing annoyances.

Erroneous 'missing key' messages and phantom chimes occur despite the key fob being present, including while driving with fob in slot. An OTA update aims to fix these winter-related issues.

The infotainment system's Apple CarPlay feature, which mirrors iPhone apps to the vehicle's screen, frequently disconnects and fails to reconnect. GM acknowledges the issue and is working on a fix.

Android Auto, which connects Android phones to the infotainment for navigation and media, fails to recognize certain phones despite proper cables and settings.

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) relearn mode, used to register new tire sensors like on winter wheels, does not auto-detect sensors even with factory GM parts.

The memory seating feature recalls driver seat positions but excludes lumbar adjustment, requiring manual reset each time.

The infotainment touchscreen buries basic functions like traction control disable in deep menus, making quick access difficult.

Headlight controls use touchscreen digital switches instead of physical buttons, which owners find less intuitive.

Customized gauge cluster displays occasionally reset to the default layout without user input.

Bluetooth phone connections to the infotainment unpair unexpectedly and cannot be re-paired.

The Head-Up Display (HUD) cannot balance brightness for polarized sunglasses, requiring max daytime setting that blinds at night.

Over-the-air (OTA) software updates are greyed out, disappeared from the app, or redirect to dealer visits instead of allowing wireless installation.

Resetting the infotainment system erases SiriusXM subscriptions, preventing re-download without further intervention.

The vehicle's over-the-air (OTA) software update system notifies owners of available updates via the myGMC app, but frequently fails to download or install them, showing errors like 'greyed out' field...

After OTA update notifications or failed installs, the infotainment system stays powered on for minutes or hours after the vehicle is turned off, fully draining the battery and leaving owners stranded...

Post-OTA updates or failed attempts cause safety systems to malfunction, including check engine lights, ESC/ABS errors, and unexpected automatic emergency braking from altered settings. Owners report ...

OnStar-equipped GMC vehicles collect driving data like speed, braking, and routes, which GM sells to LexisNexis. LexisNexis uses this data to create risk profiles sold to insurance companies, potentia...

GM shares personal and vehicle data collected from the GMC with third parties including marketers, business partners like SiriusXM, and law enforcement. This includes location data turned over to poli...

The GMC collects broad personal data via OnStar, app, cameras, and microphones, including name, address, geolocation, biometrics like fingerprints and voiceprints, health data, and sensitive traits li...

GM's consent for data collection is buried in multiple complex privacy policies that are hard to find or understand, especially at purchase or app setup. Users likely agree without realizing the full ...

GM does not provide a way for most users to delete collected data, with the myGMC app confirming data cannot be removed except in CCPA/GDPR regions. Data is retained indefinitely for business and lega...

The GMC Canyon's Connected Services enable remote capabilities like emergency responses, software updates, and vehicle support through an advisor calling into the vehicle. Owners complain that these f...

The rearview backup camera, which displays on the infotainment screen to assist with reversing, suddenly stops working entirely. Owners report it failing without warning on models like the Canyon Dena...

The truck's battery drains completely overnight, leaving it dead in the morning and requiring tows or Ubers. This happened repeatedly despite dealer visits, leading one owner to return the vehicle aft...

The radio continues playing audio even after turning off the truck and opening the driver door, stopping only after a couple minutes. This issue recurs every two weeks.

The dashboard displays random computer gibberish while driving, accompanied by sudden brake failure without warning. This severe issue contributed to GM's stop-sale order.

The digital dashboard cluster spontaneously switches to metric units while driving, ignoring user settings. Owners confirm it reverts incorrectly despite being set to US units.

The audio system emits static noise, which dealers sometimes cannot replicate but may resolve with software updates.

The auto start-stop feature, which shuts off the engine at stops to save fuel, suddenly stops working. Owners must return to dealers for fixes.

Major electronics failures require replacing the entire control unit that serves as the truck's central brain.

The built-in Google Maps app flashes briefly for 20 seconds before rebooting repeatedly. This disrupts navigation in the always-connected infotainment system.

The infotainment system's Android security patches remain stuck at January 2024, despite the truck being always-connected and capable of over-the-air updates.

Severe software problems prompted GM to issue a stop-sale order on thousands of 2024 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon trucks, halting shipments from factories and sales at dealers until fixed via updates...

The 2026 GMC Canyon's map navigation system and Heads-Up Display integration require an active OnStar subscription to function after the initial trial period. Owners report setting up the 'free' 8-yea...

2026 GMC Canyon includes OnStar Basics (core services including limited navigation) standard for 8 years at no extra cost. Premium plans optional after 3-month trial; earlier models reportedly bundled...

Over-the-air (OTA) software updates for the 2026 GMC Canyon work reliably only after the OnStar trial expires or without an active subscription, as the OnStar module remains active for diagnostics and...