2018 GMC canyon
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 GMC canyon is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.
2018 GMC canyon at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2018 GMC canyon recalls 1
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-…
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2018 GMC canyon common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 52 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2018 GMC canyon safety ratings
Rollover risk: 21.9% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2018 GMC Canyon PU/CC RWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2018 GMC canyon MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 8 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
What's a 2018 GMC canyon worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2018 GMC canyon costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2018 GMC canyon — ranges cover the 6 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 1247
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 1247.
This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
Bulletin PIT5698F · Sep 2026This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering
Bulletin PIP5700H · Sep 2026This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
Bulletin PIP4902W · Sep 2026PI to help diagnose A/C concern
Bulletin PIT5099J · Jul 2026This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.
Bulletin PIT5509N · Jul 2026This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.
Bulletin PIT5509M · May 2026This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
Bulletin PIT3271Q · Apr 2026This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.
Bulletin PIP6104 · Mar 2026This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
Bulletin PIP4902V · Mar 2026This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering
Bulletin PIP5700G · Jan 2026Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the CANYON 4WD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2018 GMC canyon. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Fuel System
On certain vehicles, a joint on the high-pressure fuel pump may have been improperly welded during the manufacturing process. Over time, this could cause the weld to crack and create a potential fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could increase the risk of fire, causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the high-pressur…
Transport Canada #2018289 · Jun 2018Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the GMC canyon
The Chevrolet Colorado is a series of compact pickup trucks and mid-size pickup trucks marketed by American automaker General Motors. They were introduced in 2004 to replace the Chevrolet S-10 and GMC S-15/Sonoma compact pickups. The Colorado is named after the U.S. state of Colorado, while the Canyon took its name from the deep chasm between cliffs.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
2018 GMC canyon trims & engines on record
2018 GMC canyon vehicles on record
2018 GMC canyon Denali1GTP6EE12J1187281
2018 GMC canyon SLE1GTG5CEN5J1141969
2018 GMC canyon SLT1GTG6DEN3J1224061
2018 GMC canyon Work Truck1GTG5BEN6J1295648
2018 GMC canyon SLE1GTG6CENXJ1224374
2018 GMC canyon Denali1GTG6EEN3J1294519
2018 GMC canyon SLE1GTH6CEN2J1229024
2018 GMC canyon SLT1GTG6DEN4J1107587
2018 GMC canyon SLE1GTG6CEN2J1235529
2018 GMC canyon Work Truck1GTG5BEA3J1179482
2018 GMC canyon SLE1GTG5CEN1J1219468
2018 GMC canyon1GTP6EE18K1182846
2018 GMC canyon1GTG6EEN7J1236851