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2016 GMC Canyon repairs by problem area

Engine (29%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (17%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)

Other (4%)

Chart based on 24 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2016 GMC Canyon.

2016 GMC Canyon repair cost distribution

$2500+ (6%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (6%)

< $100 (83%)

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Chart based on 18 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2016 GMC Canyon 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

305-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

GMC Canyon in Ontario, Canada
Apr 2016 - Mar 2018
Mar 2018

11160 mi
Key stuck in ignition 

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2016 GMC Canyon 4dr Crew Cab 6ft bed

305-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

GMC Canyon in Washington, United States
Apr 2016 - May 2016
May 2016 Front Driver heated Seats not working 
GMC Canyon in California, United States
Dec 2015 - Jun 2018
Oct 2016

15800 mi
Replace active shutter module 
Apr 2017

28000 mi
Replaced Pinion seal on front differential on driver's side. Seal was leaking 
May 2017

29000 mi
Stereo/NAV system screen display went blank. Dealer replaced the NAV/Onstar module. 
Nov 2017

41000 mi
Rear brakes make a squeaking noise when driving over rough roads and lightly applying the brakes. Disengage the brakes and the sound goes mostly away. Dealer replaced rear rotors, calipers, and pads. Noise went away completely. 
Jan 2018

24500 mi
Unfortunately the noise is back after a couple of months of quietness. At this point I'm just going to use brake grease on the pad backing and pins. It's not worth fighting with the dealer over this issue. 
Mar 2018

47200 mi
Passenger side front 4wd axle seal was replaced due to minor leak. Covered under extended warranty. 
Jun 2018

54000 mi
Driver side front axle seal was replaced again. It was leaking fluid. 

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2016 GMC Canyon 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

turbocharged 181hp 2.8L I4 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

GMC Canyon in Alabama, United States
Sep 2016 - Jan 2023
Jul 2017

20000 mi
Rattle behind the air bag in the steering wheel. 
Sep 2017

23000 mi
Rattle in the drivers door. 
Feb 2018

34000 mi
recall 
May 2020

78000 mi

US $1300
Replace fuel pump. GMC did not have a fuel pump in the system, had two wait for delivery. 
Jan 2023

105000 mi

US $3400
Diagnosed a misfire. Replaced all 4 fuel injectors. 

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2016 GMC Canyon 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

305-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

GMC Canyon in Florida, United States
Nov 2015 - Jun 2022
Dec 2016

5000 mi
HVAC Module Temp Door GM Program #: 2016019 HVAC Module Temp Door 
GMC Canyon in Texas, United States
Apr 2017 - Apr 2018
Mar 2017 Retorquing of leaf springs to fix clunking. 
Jun 2017

7000 mi
Correction of rattling in front engine bay. TSB for low-RPM shudder. 
Apr 2018

19000 mi
Multiple misfires reported by engine computer. Presented with vehicle shuddering, turning on engine and stabilitrak lights. Vehicle exhibits strong clunking noises when driving on uneven surfaces, like the threshold to a driveway or business entrance. 
GMC Canyon in California, United States
Oct 2016 - Dec 2016
Nov 2016 Loose intake camshaft actuator position solenoid connector. 

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2016 GMC Canyon 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

305-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

GMC Canyon in Mississippi, United States
Apr 2018 - Jun 2018
May 2018

26000 mi
Replace emergency brake pedal pad. Replaced rear view camera. Lens had clouded up. 
GMC Canyon in Texas, United States
Jul 2017 - Jun 2022
Jun 2018

35000 mi

US $100
Replace windshield. Don't know what caused the windshield to break, there was no sign that indicated it was hit by a rock, my wife said nothing hit it while she was driving. 

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2016 GMC Canyon Repair Histories

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