general problems of the 2004 GMC Canyon

Frame front passenger cracked while driving. Was able to avoid near accident with another vehicle.

The contact owns a 2004 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that after work was completed on the tires, the independent mechanic informed him that due to severe undercarriage corrosion, the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The contact also took the vehicle to a dealer who provided the same information as the independent mechanic. The manufacturer was then notified of the failure and informed him that there were no open recalls on the vehicle. No additional assistance was offered. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 89,000.

The frame has totally rusted and is breaking apart while the rest of the truck is in very good condition. See photos. This was noticed on 09-18-17. I bought this truck new in 2004 and as you can tell by the mileage it has been driven very little. Please contact me with any questions.

Frame rotted out where leaf spring connects to frame.

Frame is rusting and collapsing in area between cab and bed on both sides I had atoyotatacoma with this condition and manufacturer bought it back . My vehicle was never in a collision. 95000 miles.

Shimmy, vibration, even small potholes jar the steering to either side.

Consumer heard a loud knock or bang from underside of 2004 GMC Canyon truck.

Purchased 2004 Canyon crew cab with 2. 8l 4 cylinder, automatic and 1sc sle option package. Truck appears to have vibration in body that occurs at different speed when a steady speed is held. Usually shakes/vibration is most noticeable at 50~60 range. Have has tires replaced twice, wheels checked and dealer has been unable to find source of problem after over 5,000 miles. Problem appears to be design flaw in Canyon suspension design. Currently in dealer for third visit to try and correct. Truck has had problem since day one and per dealer service manager all of his trucks on lot have similar problems.