GMC Canyon NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 GMC Canyon an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 3 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2026):
NHTSA rates the GMC Canyon at 4 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 3 ★ rollover.
GMC Canyon Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 GMC Canyon PU/CC 4WD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 3 | 204 |
| 2024 | 2024 GMC Canyon PU/CC RWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 3 | 204 |
| 2023 | 2023 GMC Canyon PU/CC 4WD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 3 | 54 |
| 2023 | 2023 GMC Canyon PU/CC RWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 3 | 54 |
| 2022 | 2022 GMC Canyon PU/CC 4WD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 1 | 24 |
| 2022 | 2022 GMC Canyon PU/EC 4WD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 1 | 24 |
| 2022 | 2022 GMC Canyon PU/CC 2WD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 1 | 24 |
| 2022 | 2022 GMC Canyon PU/EC 2WD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 1 | 24 |
| 2021 | 2021 GMC Canyon PU/CC 2WD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 2 | 11 |
| 2021 | 2021 GMC Canyon PU/EC 2WD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 2 | 11 |
| 2021 | 2021 GMC Canyon PU/CC 4WD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 2 | 11 |
| 2021 | 2021 GMC Canyon PU/EC 4WD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 2 | 11 |
| 2018 | 2018 GMC Canyon PU/CC 4WD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 1 | 52 |
| 2018 | 2018 GMC Canyon PU/EC 4WD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 1 | 52 |
| 2017 | 2017 GMC Canyon PU/CC RWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 1 | 65 |
| 2017 | 2017 GMC Canyon PU/EC 4WD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 1 | 65 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
GMC Canyon Safety FAQ
Is the GMC Canyon a safe car?
NHTSA gives the GMC Canyon an overall crash rating of 4 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the GMC Canyon?
The GMC Canyon scores 3 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the GMC Canyon have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested GMC Canyon as having electronic stability control, without forward collision warning and without lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.