CarComplaints.com Notes: While the 2005 GMC Canyon doesn't show any major complaint trends, it's mechanically-identical counterpart is the Chevy Colorado which has some engine problems.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
65,477 miles

About These NHTSA Complaints:

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2005 GMC Canyon brakes problems

brakes problem

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2005 GMC Canyon Owner Comments

problem #10

Mar 052020

Canyon 5-cyl

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Installed new brake lights did you brake switch under the brake pedal still showing signs of no brake lights on my vehicle I'll brake balls have been replace.

- Loveland, OH, USA

problem #9

Apr 152018

Canyon

  • 140,000 miles
The brake lines and the entire frame is rusted out. There are big wholes in the frame. The garage wouldn't even put it on the lift, because it was so bad. Have replaced breaks and still the truck has break issues

- Stow, MA, USA

problem #8

Aug 012012

Canyon

  • 72,000 miles
Hit 3 deer in high speed collision. My air bags didn't function. Then research online showed I have tikata airbags. Then I noticed my brakes if wet or have ice on rotors, when braking, I get terrible squeaking noise and front end will shimmy or vibrate. Rear brakes too. And my power steering started making noise, like a rubbing sound a few months after I bought truck, though no fluid loss or stiffness in steering. I know these air bags are dangerous, metal parts have killed a few people. Why wasn't I notified by automaker about what airbags were installed in my truck!" I need fixed. I do a lot of mountain driving. I would like them to work properly. And these strange noises really bug me. I can't be breaking down deep into mountain roads when I work or travel. Much highway traveling too. The cruise control has never worked, since two weeks after buying truck. If coming up to hills when set, then as you drive up & down more hills, it will self excellerate! not slow down on declines. Very scary a couple of times. Very dangerous! engine would jump into passing gear. I have the 5 cylinder 3.5 motor. Automatic, sle extended cab 4X4. Should I go back to dealer to get fixed"

- Meridian, ID, USA

problem #7

Sep 182015

Canyon

  • 100,200 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

When baking up the ABS fault code came on was going 5 mph or less. Turned the truck off and the code went away. It has done this a total of three times all while backing the truck up at a very low speed, other issues I am having the air conditioning will only work on high and sometimes the other speeds will work. The rear passenger window will not roll down. I am the original owner of this truck and have never received any recalls on any of these items and the braking system is a safety concern.

- Bluefield, WV, USA

problem #6

Jul 012014

Canyon

  • 50,000 miles
Can no longer roll down the drivers or passangers windows. No longer have any control of the power locks from either door control or remote. Blower for air only works on high setting 1 2 and 3 work intermittently. The brakes will start to sound like they are pulsating and then the ABS fault comes on the dash and the brake light lights up.

- Edgewood, MD, USA

problem #5

Aug 282014

Canyon 4WD 5-cyl

  • 144,567 miles
Brake light went out. Brake switch was serviced 2 years ago under a recall for the exact same problem. GM will not replace the part unless I pay for a new one. How can a new part have the same exact problem as in the recall. The cruise control will not work.

- Twentynine Palms, CA, USA

problem #4

Jun 012013

Canyon 4-cyl

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The brake lights have stopped working, turn signals have stopped working, engine will not start, turnover, ABS brake system malfunctions.

- Crawfoedville, FL, USA

problem #3

Sep 152008

Canyon

  • 17,000 miles
ABS failure. 3 months after mfg warranty expired the ABS failure light came on. ABS system activates randomly even when not braking, buzzed, ABS and brake lights on, then ABS failure displayed. Stayed on until it randomly turned off by itself. Daily repeating of problem. Codes said ABS sensor failure. Had it replaced, no resolution. Problem kept happening. Had entire front hub assembly replaced with new ABS sensor installed at factory, still same problem. Had wiring checked, all ok. Persistent problem for years. Gave up on GM ever fixing it. Apparently on GM Canyon/Colorado forums this is a major persistent dangerous problem. Most users opt to disable the ABS system because GM cannot provide a solution. Sounds like another of GM's brilliant engineers design failures. Shocked no one has been killed yet. All these vehicles on the road with failing or disabled ABS systems and GM hasn't a clue.

- Toms River, NJ, USA

problem #2

Sep 282011

Canyon 5-cyl

  • 65,000 miles
ABS light comes on with no apparent reason, also traction fault also comes on from time to time affecting gas mileage. There is also a misfire problem.

- Willowick, OH, USA

problem #1

Oct 182012

Canyon 5-cyl

  • 66,000 miles
The ABS fault light comes on and the ABS system starts trying to over work. This in my opinion is a safety hazard. I have had this looked at and have been told it's a known issue, however no recall. Second issue:HVAC system has a known issue where it keeps over heating and the HVAC harness has to be replaced, after being burned. This is also a safety issue. My vehicle is out of warranty now. Im sure you have other folks reporting these issues...just look at the forums on the internet...

- Henderson Nc, NC, USA

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