2012 GMC Canyon Review

2012 GMC Canyon is a Regular Cab Pickup 2-dr style car measuring 192.40 in length and 65.20 in height. Made in United States, 2012 GMC Canyon has 11 trims priced by the manufacturer at 17,490 with just total of 2 recalls in the past 2012 GMC Canyon. It’s seating 3 people with 2 doors and a rank size of 19.00 gallon. The engine is 2.9L L4 DOHC 16V and uses 18 of gasoline in the city and 18 on highways.

Make: GMC
Model: Canyon
Trims Available: 11
Location: UNITED STATES
Body & Doors: REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Engine: 2.9L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Driveline: RWD
Seats: 3
MSRP: $17,490 USD
MPG: 18 City / 25 HWY
Tires: 215/70R16
Tank Size: 19 gallon

GMC Canyon 2012 Trims

2012 GMC Canyon Work Truck 2WD

Engine: 2.9L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 3
MPG: 18 City / 25 HWY

2012 GMC Canyon SLE 2WD

Engine: 3.7L L5 DOHC 20V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 3
MPG: 17 - 18 City / 23 - 25 HWY

2012 GMC Canyon SLE Crew Cab 2WD

Engine: 3.7L L5 DOHC 20V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: CREW CAB PICKUP 4-DR
Seating: 6
MPG: 14 - 18 City / 20 - 25 HWY

2012 GMC Canyon SLE Ext. Cab 2WD

Engine: 3.7L L5 DOHC 20V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 14 - 18 City / 20 - 25 HWY

2012 GMC Canyon SLE 4WD

Engine: 3.7L L5 DOHC 20V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 3
MPG: 17 City / 23 HWY

2012 GMC Canyon SLE Crew Cab 4WD

Engine: 3.7L L5 DOHC 20V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: CREW CAB PICKUP 4-DR
Seating: 6
MPG: 14 - 16 City / 19 - 21 HWY

2012 GMC Canyon SLT Crew Cab 4WD

Engine: 5.3L V8 OHV 16V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: CREW CAB PICKUP 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 14 - 16 City / 19 - 21 HWY

2012 GMC Canyon SLE2 Crew Cab 4WD

Engine: 3.7L L5 DOHC 20V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: CREW CAB PICKUP 4-DR
Seating: 6
MPG: 16 City / 21 HWY

2012 GMC Canyon Work Truck Ext. Cab 4WD

Engine: 3.7L L5 DOHC 20V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 17 City / 23 HWY

2012 GMC Canyon SLE Ext. Cab 4WD

Engine: 3.7L L5 DOHC 20V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 17 City / 23 HWY

2012 GMC Canyon SLE2 Crew Cab 2WD

Engine: 3.7L L5 DOHC 20V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: CREW CAB PICKUP 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 17 City / 23 HWY

Vin Numbers

  • 1GTC5LF95C8101885
  • 1GTC5LF97C8127792

Safety and Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

overall
Not Rated
front
Not Rated
rollover
side
Not Rated
* National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

overall
front
rollover
side
* Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Safety & Recalls

Recall 11V552000 started on /Date(1321506000000-0500)/.

Summary: 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 NOT FIT SNUGLY WITH THE CONNECTOR PINS, CAUSING THE CONNECTION TO BE INTERMITTENT.

Consequence: THE LOOSE CONNECTIONS MAY CAUSE THE DRIVER TO NOT RECEIVE A VISUAL OR AUDIBLE WARNING THAT THE DRIVER SEAT BELT IS NOT FASTENED, THEREBY INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Remedy: GM WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR TERMINALS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE DECEMBER 7, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 AND GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.

Recall 12V594000 started on /Date(1355893200000-0500)/.

Summary: 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: 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: 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.

FAQ

2012 GMC Canyon is made in United States between 2004 to 2021.

The 2012 GMC Canyon is RWD and isn't the best choice for driving in snow, as it doesn't have enough ground clearance.

If you consider used 2012 GMC Canyon look at maintenance fees and average fuel economy compared to similar models. 2012 GMC Canyon’s uses 1 gallon of fuel for 18 miles, which is higher then 2011 GMC Canyon.

Before going to the dealership, get an appraisal for your 2012 GMC Canyon so you know how much it’s worth. Usually, the value of used 2012 GMC Canyon is lower than $8,745.

There are 2 recalls recorded in our database for 2012 GMC Canyon that’s on average below the average number of recalls per car in our database.

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11 Trims
3
1
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GMC Sierra 1500

$17,490 - $31,790
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3
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GMC Sierra 2500HD

$17,490 - $31,790
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3
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GMC Sierra 3500HD

$17,490 - $31,790
18 City / 25 HWY
11 Trims
3
1
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GMC Sierra Hybrid

$17,490 - $31,790
18 City / 25 HWY
11 Trims
3
1
2.9L L4 DOHC 16V

GMC Terrain

$17,490 - $31,790
18 City / 25 HWY
11 Trims
3
1
2.9L L4 DOHC 16V

GMC Yukon

$17,490 - $31,790
18 City / 25 HWY
11 Trims
3
1
2.9L L4 DOHC 16V

GMC Yukon Denali

$17,490 - $31,790
18 City / 25 HWY
11 Trims
3
1
2.9L L4 DOHC 16V

GMC Yukon Hybrid

$17,490 - $31,790
18 City / 25 HWY
11 Trims
3
1
2.9L L4 DOHC 16V

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$17,490 - $31,790
18 City / 25 HWY
11 Trims
3
1
2.9L L4 DOHC 16V

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