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2012 GMC Canyon Crew Cab 2WD
Official EPA fuel economy and NHTSA recall record, best combined figure 21 MPG.
Safety rating (NHTSA 5-Star)
Official crash-test ratings for the 2012 GMC Canyon PU/CC AWD.
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Highway | Combined | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 21 | 423 |
| 2.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 | 423 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 16 | 555 |
| 3.7L 5-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 | 468 |
Safety recalls (NHTSA)
2 campaigns on record for this model year. Recall repairs are free at dealers; check your exact vehicle by VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.
GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHEVROLET COLORADO AND GMC CANYON VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 9, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 19, 2011, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NUMBER 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITH DRIVER SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR TERMINALS THAT DO N
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.
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
30 complaints filed by owners for this model year (1 involving a crash, 1 a fire). Complaints are owner reports, not confirmed defects - browse them in full on nhtsa.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy of a 2012 GMC Canyon Crew Cab 2WD?
EPA figures for the 2012 GMC Canyon Crew Cab 2WD reach 21 MPG combined depending on configuration; the table on this page lists every tested engine and transmission combination.
Are there recalls on the 2012 GMC Canyon Crew Cab 2WD?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2012 GMC Canyon Crew Cab 2WD. Check your specific vehicle by VIN on the official NHTSA site, recalls are fixed free of charge by dealers.
What are common problems with the 2012 GMC Canyon Crew Cab 2WD?
Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA for the 2012 GMC Canyon Crew Cab 2WD, most often about: Electrical System, Electronic Stability Control (esc), Service Brakes. Complaint counts reflect what owners report, not confirmed defects.
Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, the NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings databases (all US public data), refreshed monthly. Recall texts are quoted from the official record. Details on About & Data Sources.