Above Average Reliability

2015 GMC Canyon Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

2nd Generation (GMT31XX) ยท 2.5L Ecotec I4 200hp / 3.6L V6 305hp ยท $12,000 - $22,000

Known Issues โ€” 2015 GMC Canyon

MODERATE

Infotainment MyLink system freezing or rebooting

MODERATE

6-speed automatic transmission rough shifts when cold

MODERATE

Rear differential whine on 4WD models

MINOR

Tailgate cable fraying

MINOR

Door weather strip wind noise at highway speed

MINOR

Truck bed coating chipping on early models

What to Inspect

  • Test 6-speed transmission shift quality cold and warm
  • Test MyLink infotainment for freeze or reboot
  • Listen for rear differential whine on AWD models
  • Inspect tailgate cables for fraying
  • Listen for door seal wind noise at highway speed
  • Check truck bed coating for chipping

Expected Maintenance Costs

Service Interval Cost
Oil change (synthetic) every 7,500 miles $60-$90
Transmission fluid service every 45,000 miles $150-$250
Spark plugs (V6) every 60,000 miles $150-$250
Rear differential fluid every 45,000 miles $80-$130
Transfer case fluid (4WD) every 45,000 miles $80-$120
Brake service (pads and rotors) every 45,000 miles $300-$500

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