2004 GMC Canyon vs 2005 GMC Canyon
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 GMC Canyon | 2005 GMC Canyon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 80 | 113 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 602 | 658 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 17–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 85,000 mi | 52,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Canyon | GMC Canyon |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 13 | 23 |
| Structure | 16 | 13 |
| Suspension | 13 | 6 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 11 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 9 |
| Visibility | 2 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 15 | 13 |
| Stalling | 5 | 6 |
| Won’t start | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
2004 GMC Canyon
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.