NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 GMC Canyon Safety Ratings
The 2024 GMC Canyon scores 76 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 3 recalls, and 204 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2024 GMC Canyon earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 76/100, placing it in the Average band. This rating is defined by solid crash-test performance, offset by a limited score in avoidance technology and three active recall campaigns. While a reasonable safety performer, it does not stand out among its peers.
The 2024 GMC Canyon received a NHTSA Safety Index of 76 out of 100 and a 3-star NHTSA rollover rating, according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 91 Sedans from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 GMC Canyon ranks 82 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 76 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 3 stars |
| Rollover risk | 0% |
| Recalls on file | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 204 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 82 of 91 Sedans tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 GMC Canyon?
The 2024 GMC Canyon exhibits a clear weak point in its avoidance technology, scoring just 2 out of 10 in that sub-category of its overall Safety Index. This contributes to the model's overall Safety Index of 76/100, placing it within the Average band and representing a two-point decline from the 2023 model's 78/100. Crash protection remains the strongest element in the Canyon's safety profile, with a sub-score of 57 out of 70. This reflects the NHTSA star ratings: a 5-star side impact result and a 4-star frontal impact rating. However, a 3-star rollover rating tempers these positive results. The defect record sub-component stands at 17 out of 20, indicating a generally solid performance despite three recall campaigns. The most significant recall addresses airbag SDM software on AT4X AEV trims, impacting a primary restraint system. Owner complaints highlight a persistent issue with exterior lighting; 159 such complaints contribute to the recall addressing headlight flicker. This specific pattern of owner allegations provides the clearest real-world insight for the 2024 model year. The 2024 GMC Canyon demonstrates acceptable performance in its crash hardware, but its avoidance technology and a recurring lighting problem prevent it from matching its prior year's safety standing.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 GMC Canyon perform in crash tests?
The 2024 GMC Canyon earned an overall 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA. Its side-impact protection received the highest rating of 5 stars. Frontal crash protection was assessed at 4 stars. The rollover rating, at 3 stars, was the lowest individual score, despite NHTSA recording a 0 percent rollover risk and a No Tip result in the dynamic test.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19051
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 GMC Canyon have any recalls?
Yes, three recall campaigns cover this model year. The most safety-critical involves the airbag inflator module on AT4X AEV trims, where incorrect SDM software could affect frontal passenger-side airbag performance. A second campaign addresses headlights that may flicker while driving. A third covers a fuel tank lock ring that may not securely retain the fuel pump. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the available data, but owners should verify remedy status by VIN.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE25V856000
Risk: An air bag that deploys improperly increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the SDM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252533510. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 11, 2025.
Reported 2025-12-11
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS24V673000
Risk: Headlights flickering can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace a module in the headlight, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242468880.
Reported 2024-09-12
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY24V491000
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and fully lock the fuel tank lock ring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 13, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC Customer Call Center at (888) 988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N242451330.
Reported 2024-06-28
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 GMC Canyon?
Owners have filed 204 unverified allegations with NHTSA. The dominant reported component is Exterior Lighting, accounting for 159 of those allegations. Electrical System and Engine follow at 25 and 14 respectively. Reported figures show zero crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths among those filings.
204 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 GMC Canyon?
All three recall campaigns for the 2024 GMC Canyon, including those addressing the airbag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) and the fuel-tank lock ring, may remain open on individual vehicles. Prospective buyers should verify that all recall remedies have been completed and documented by the selling dealer or current owner.
- The 2024 Canyon's Safety Index fell two points to 76/100 compared to the 2023 model's 78/100, driven in part by a low avoidance-tech sub-score of 2 out of 10.
- An airbag recall specific to 2024-2026 AT4X AEV trims addresses incorrect SDM software that could impair the frontal passenger-side inflator module, making trim-level VIN verification essential.
- 159 of the 204 unverified owner allegations filed with NHTSA target Exterior Lighting, a pattern that runs parallel to the active headlight-flicker recall campaign on this model year.
- The rollover rating of 3 out of 5 stars is the lowest individual NHTSA score for this model year, though the agency recorded a 0 percent rollover risk and a No Tip outcome on the dynamic maneuver test.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 GMC Canyon places
The 2024 GMC Canyon qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 GMC Canyon safety questions
Was the 2024 GMC Canyon crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 GMC Canyon, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 76 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2024 GMC Canyon crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 GMC Canyon earned 4 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 3 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 0%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2024 GMC Canyon have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 GMC Canyon. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 GMC Canyon?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 204 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 GMC Canyon. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Canyon years
Rivals in Sedan (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Audi A4 Allroad | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Hyundai Elantra N | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19051), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the GMC Canyon 2024.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 82 of 91 in the Sedan class for 2024.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.