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2020 GMC Truck Canyon

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2020 Canyon.

The 2020 GMC Truck Canyon requires 5.0 quarts of 5W-20 API engine oil, establishing the fundamental mechanical parameters for this specific truck. With only 13 total owner complaints and zero recalls, the vehicle exhibits a strong overall record even as the powertrain emerges as the top complaint area. Within the model's 2004-to-2026 complaint history, the 2020 Canyon sits near the bottom of the spectrum—dwarfed by the 318 complaints of the 2015 peak—meaning this year represents a notably reliable chapter for the nameplate.

Model year20212020

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-20 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque140.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48 · 615 CCA battery, OE oil filter 25206377. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 48 · 615 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size265/70R16 112TOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter25206377 alt 24585238
Engine air filter23248945 alt 94775933
Fuel filter52100212
Spark plug12680074 alt 12646780
Battery88864539 alt 88866271
Front wiper blades84225696 alt 84225697
Serpentine belt12677093 alt 24580771
Thermostat12650486 alt 12630780
Cabin air filter23135671 alt 84984665

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.0 qt of 5W-20 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 140.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid6L50: Dexron VI, 8L45: Dexron HP
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity6L50
Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity7.4 qt
Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity6 Speed
Brake FluidDOT 3
Brake Fluid Capacity2.11 pt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.4 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)11.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)8.0 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.4 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.4 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill PlugFront: 24.0; Rear: 24.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain PlugFront: 24.0; Rear: 24.0 ft-lbs
Differential Fill Plug24.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug24.0 ft-lbs
Driveshaft Flange to TransmissionFront: 18.0; Rear: 48.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Chassis Bracket177.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Rear Shackle118.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts140.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)AT: 760, MT: 875 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerAC Delco
Spark Plug Gap0.037–0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque15.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.25 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.25 lbs
Oil TypeGM Part number 19260643 or equivalent
Oil Capacity5.00 oz
Standard BCI Group Number48

Service checks

Engine Compression100
Engine Oil Pressure22-32 psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPM@700 RPM 100°C rpm
Engine Oil Pressure10 psi @ idle, 36 psi @ 3000 rpm psi
Engine Oil Pressure10 psi @ Idle, 20 psi @ 2000 rpm psi
Engine Oil Pressure10 psi minimum @ Idle psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPM20 psi minimum @ 2,000 RPM
Intake Valve LashHydraulic in

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 25; Rear: 25
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueRear: 133.0
ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 4.4; Rear: 6.6
Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: NS; Rear: 25.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 133.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0
Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: NS; Rear: 25.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 133.0 ft-lbs

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Leaf Spring to Axle (U-bolts) — tightening sequence 1 stages
159.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 125°-135°59 ft. lbs
Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
185°-95°
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
18.0
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
153.0 inch lbs., Step 2: 45°53 in
Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 100°22 ft. lbs
Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) — tightening sequence 1 stages
124.0
Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 45°15 ft. lbs
Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) — tightening sequence 1 stages
174.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 120°74 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
130.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 50°30 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 40°22 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
118.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 110°18 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Center Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1111.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 140°111 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Center Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1111.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 140°111 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
159.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 125°59 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
159.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 125°59 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 190°22 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 110° Step 3: 110° Step 4: 110°22 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 110°, Step 3: 110°, Step 4: 110°22 ft. lbs
Flex or Driveplate Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 40°22 ft. lbs
Flex or Driveplate Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
137.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 90° Step 3: 18.0 ft. lbs. Step 4: 60°37 ft. lbs
Flex or Driveplate Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 45°22 ft. lbs
Flex or Driveplate Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 45°22 ft. lbs
Flex or Driveplate Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
137.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: Loosen 90°, Step 3: 18.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 60°37 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
137.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 90° Step 3: 18.0 ft. lbs. Step 4: 60°37 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 140°15 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
137.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 90°37 ft. lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
111.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 110°11 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 97,500 mi; coolant at 150,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 150,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miAccelerator Pedal (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Brake Shift Interlock Solenoid (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (inspect)
Every 15,000 miWindshield Wiper Blade (replace)
Every 22,500 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 37,500 miFuel Filter (replace)
Every 45,000 miFuel Evaporative Emission Control System (inspect)
Every 75,000 miHood Hinge (inspect)
Every 97,500 miSpark Plug Wires (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
At 150,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Timing Belt (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Owner complaints about the 2020 GMC Truck Canyon top in one area — the power train, 2 of 13 reports (15%), well ahead of the next concern. NHTSA has issued no recalls for this vehicle, so these are owner-reported concerns only. 1 of the reports describe a crash and 0 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the power train pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
857
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
13
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 13 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train2
Electrical System2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic,Engine & Engine Cooling1
Exterior Lighting,Engine1
Air Bags1
Power Train,Electrical System1
Steering1
Power Train,Engine1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 857 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
PIT5509M2026-05-14Unknown Or OtherThis PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.
PIT3271Q2026-04-01Unknown Or OtherThis preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel…
PIP61042026-03-09Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and…
PIP4902V2026-03-09Unknown Or OtherThis preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into…
PIT6425D2026-03-02Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2020 Canyon take?

5.0 qt of 5W-20 API Meeting GM Dexos 1 specification, per the factory manual.

Does the 2020 Canyon have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.