GMC Canyon vs Nissan Frontier
For 2005–2021 models, the Nissan Frontier has 22.0 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 28.0 for the GMC Canyon. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2005–2021), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
GMC Canyon
28.0 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.3× the Nissan Frontier’s rate
- Complaints
- 969
- Sold
- 346,641
- Recall campaigns
- 18
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2015–2016. Fewest: 2010 and 2019–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 51,012 mi
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Electric power steering motor and module
Typically around 63,432 mi · repair $750–$2,230
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Power steering pump, rack and lines
Typically around 69,350 mi · repair $750–$2,230
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 50,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 13,000 mi
Nissan Frontier
22.0 complaints per 10,000 sold
21% fewer than the GMC Canyon
- Complaints
- 2,047
- Sold
- 930,588
- Recall campaigns
- 14
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2005–2008. Fewest: 2018–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Fuel pump and sending unit
Typically around 64,450 mi · repair $630–$1,700
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Transmission cooler and fluid overheating
Typically around 104,500 mi · repair $200–$600
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 100,005 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 74,000 mi
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Cooling system: radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan
Typically around 102,000 mi · repair $260–$1,910
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the GMC Canyon or the Nissan Frontier?
For 2005–2021 models, the Nissan Frontier has 22.0 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the GMC Canyon has 28.0, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the GMC Canyon?
The most-reported problem on the GMC Canyon is body control and other modules, typically around 51,012 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Nissan Frontier?
The most-reported problem on the Nissan Frontier is fuel pump and sending unit, typically around 64,450 miles; the repair typically runs $630–$1,700.
Which GMC Canyon and Nissan Frontier years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: GMC Canyon: 2015–2016; Nissan Frontier: 2005–2008.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.