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2007 GMC Canyon electrical problems
severe 12 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
The contact owns a 2007 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that on several occasions the vehicle would not immediately start-up. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the ignition switch was faulty and needed to be replaced. The ignition switch was replaced but the failure reoccurred. The contact indicated that the ignition switch had been replaced on four separate occasions ove…
SEVERAL OCCASIONS, I HAVE HAD INCIDENTS WITH THE IGNITION SWITCH ON MY VEHICLE. I PURCHASED IT NEW, AND THE MAKER CLAIMS NO PROBLEM WITH MY PARTICULAR VEHICLE, BUT IT HAS KEPT THE MOTOR FROM RUNNING AT TIMES, AND ENGINE STARTER WILL ENGAGE WITH SWITCH ONLY IN THE "ON" POSITION, WITHOUT TURNING TO START. THAT'S SCARY. VEHICLE NEVER DID ANY OF THIS WHILE UNDER WARRANTY,(OF COURSE), BUT GIVEN THE MAK…
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 GMC CANYON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSLOCK SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE. DURING COLD WEATHER CONDITIONS OR WHEN IT WAS HUMID OUTSIDE, THE PASSLOCK SYSTEM WOULD BLINK WHICH MADE IT DIFFICULT FOR THE CONTACT TO START THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED FOUR TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE ENTIRE COMPUTER SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. T…
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2007 GMC Canyon?
It's a meaningful issue. 12 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $850.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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