2011 GMC Canyon: recalls and complaints

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• 12V59400019 Dec 2012Latches/Locks/Linkages / Hood / Latch
• 11V33700028 Jun 2011Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Gear Position Indication (Prndl)
• 11V2760006 May 2011Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer / Motor
• 11V0070006 Jan 2011Suspension / Rear / Axle / Spindle
• 10V57500018 Nov 2010Child Seat

1. 12V594000Received 19 Dec 2012. 118,800 units.

   Latches/Locks/Linkages / Hood / Latch

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   General Motors is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured from November 9, 2009, through August 28, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 113, "Hood Latch System." The hood may be missing the secondary hood latch.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the primary hood latch is not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly. During vehicle operation, this could obstruct the view of the driver and increase the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   General Motors will notify owners and instruct them to inspect their vehicle for the presence of a secondary hood latch. Dealers will replace the hood on any affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on January 17, 2013. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

   Report filed by General Motors LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 12319. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 24 Jan 2013.

2. 11V337000Received 28 Jun 2011. 6,768 units.

   Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Gear Position Indication (Prndl)

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet colorado and GMC canyon passenger vehicles equipped with a 2.9 or 3.7 liter engine and a four-speed automatic transmission for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect," and federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, "theft protection." these vehicles may have been built with an automatic transmission adjustment clip that may not retain the shift cable in the correct position. If the shift cable is not in the correct position, the prndl shift lever may not accurately reflect the position of the transmission gear. The driver could move the shifter to "park" and remove the ignition key, but the transmission gear may not be in "park."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   The driver may not be able to restart the vehicle, and the vehicle could roll away as the driver or other occupants exit the vehicle or have exited, resulting in the possibility of the vehicle striking them or someone around the vehicle, or could result in a crash without prior warning.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Gm dealers will install a new automatic transmission adjustment clip free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about july 19, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

   Report filed by GENERAL MOTORS LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 11181. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 19 Jul 2011.

3. 11V276000Received 6 May 2011. 4,674 units.

   Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer / Motor

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet colorado and GMC canyon vehicles manufactured from september 22, 2010, through november 5, 2010. Some of these vehicles have the condition in which the windshield wiper motor crank arm nut may not be tightened to specification. When the wipers are operated with a build-up of snow or ice, or if the wipers are operated on a dry windshield, the nut could loosen. If there is sufficient loosening of the nut, the wipers could become inoperative.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Driver visibility could be reduced increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will secure the wiper motor crank arm nut free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before may 11, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463 or www.gmownercenter.com.

   Report filed by GENERAL MOTORS LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 11095. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 13 May 2011.

4. 11V007000Received 6 Jan 2011. 30,566 units.

   Suspension / Rear / Axle / Spindle

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche, colorado, express, silverado, suburban, tahoe; and GMC canyon, sierra, savana, yukon and yukon xl vehicles. The rear axle cross pins were not properly heat treated and could fracture and become displaced within the rear axle. Should the pin shift out of position, it could create an interference condition and cause the rear axle to lock.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   The driver may not be able to maintain directional control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

   Report filed by GENERAL MOTORS CORP.. Manufacturer campaign number 10426A. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 11 Jan 2011.

5. 10V575000Received 18 Nov 2010. 192,676 units.

   Child Seat

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Gm is recalling certain model year 2004-2011, chevrolet colorado, GMC canyon, model year 2006, isuzu i-280/i-350, and model year 2007-2008, i-290/i-370, regular cab vehicles and extended cab vehicles without a rear seat and equipped with a front 60/40 split bench seat. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the top tether anchor for the front center seat is not accessible and the owner manual does not include instructions regarding how to use the top tether.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Both NHTSA and GM discourage placement of a child in a front seat. Nevertheless, there are individual circumstances that may require placement of a child in a restraint in the front center seating position of this vehicle that does not offer a rear seat. Lack of access to the top tether anchor and a lack of instructions as to how to use it, may result in improper installation of a child restraint. Improper installation of a child restraint can result in a reduction in the restraint's performance in the event of a crash and an increased risk of injury or death to the child seated in the restraint.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will cut a hole into the back panel trim cover to allow access to the top tether anchor for the front center seat position and will provide supplemental information as to use in the owner's manual. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule for this campaign. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727 or visit GM's website at www.gmownercenter.com.

   Report filed by GENERAL MOTORS CORP.. Manufacturer campaign number 10367. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 14 Dec 2010.

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3. 20064
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5. 20082
6. 20093
7. 20102
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9. 20122
10. 20158
11. 20164
12. 20171
13. 20181
14. 20212
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16. 20233
17. 20243
18. 20252
19. 20262

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2011 GMC Canyon?

353,484 units in 5 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the GMC Canyon have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 31 recall campaigns for the GMC Canyon, model years 2004 to 2026. 5 of them name the 2011 model year.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2011 GMC Canyon open?

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.