2011 GMC Canyon Recalls

Recall Summary
The 2011 GMC Canyon has 5 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
Most are for minor compliance or labeling issues.
Total Recalls
Source: NHTSA Campaign Data
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How to Handle Recalls
Check your VIN
Locate your 17-character VIN on the dashboard or driver's door jamb.
Verify Status
Visit the NHTSA Recall Website or the manufacturer's official page.
Schedule Repair
Contact a franchised dealership. Recall repairs are always free of charge.
Document It
Keep records of the repair for your vehicle history file to maintain value.
Note: Unrepaired recalls can affect vehicle safety and resale value. We recommend checking for open recalls at least once a year.
What the recall count means for the 2011 GMC Canyon
The 2011 GMC Canyon has 5 recall campaigns on record. Not automatically, but you should still verify that every recall remedy was completed. The 2011 GMC Canyon has 5 recorded recall campaigns, and open work can change the ownership risk materially.
Which systems are affected?
The main systems named in recall filings for the 2011 GMC Canyon include CHILD SEAT, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL), SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE, VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH.
What should buyers check before purchase?
Run a VIN recall lookup, confirm dealer remedy completion, and compare the recall themes against the maintenance and complaints reports before committing.
What is the most serious recall on the 2011 GMC Canyon?
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2011, CHEVROLET COLORADO, GMC CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006, ISUZU I-280/I-350, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2008, I-290/I-370, REGULAR CAB VEHICLES AND EXTENDED CAB VEHICLES WITHOUT A REAR SEAT AND EQUIPPED WITH A FRONT 60/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR FOR THE FRONT CENTER SEAT IS NOT ACCESSIBLE AND THE OWNER MANUAL DOES NOT INCLUDE INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING HOW TO USE THE TOP TETHER.
Data and Methodology
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
How many recalls does the 2011 GMC Canyon have?
Recall rows are tied to NHTSA campaign-level source references.
Are there safety critical recalls for the 2011 GMC Canyon?
Recall response workflow is provided next to the data table.
- Recall campaigns
- 5
- Primary source
- NHTSA recall filings and campaign references
- Workflow
- Count, campaign details, remedy status, and VIN verification
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