2005 Ford F-150 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 | 2005 Ford F-150 | 2005 GMC Canyon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,112 | 113 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 95 | 658 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 50 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 29 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–15 | 17–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 62,338 mi | 52,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford F-150 | GMC Canyon |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 260 | 11 |
| Engine | 117 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 111 | 11 |
| Power Train | 112 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 101 | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 90 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 73 | 23 |
| Structure | 77 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 91 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 81 | 13 |
| Vibration / shaking | 65 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 34 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 31 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 25 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 23 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 21 | 5 |
2005 Ford F-150
2005 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.