2024 GMC Canyon Headlight Recall (24V673)
General Motors, LLC · 13,241 vehicles · Reported September 12, 2024
General Motors, LLC is recalling 13,241 2024 GMC Canyon vehicles. The headlights may flicker while driving and while the vehicle is in park. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." Headlights flickering can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 24V673 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V673000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | N242468880 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | September 12, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Vehicles | 2024 GMC Canyon |
| Units affected | 13,241 |
| Build dates | April 19, 2024 to August 3, 2024 |
| Component | Exterior Lighting > Headlights |
| Safety risk | Headlights flickering can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024 GMC Canyon in recall 24V673?
The headlights may flicker while driving and while the vehicle is in park.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 GMC Canyon vehicles. The headlights may flicker while driving and while the vehicle is in park. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Is it safe to drive a 2024 Canyon with recall 24V673?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Headlights flickering can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Headlights flickering can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the headlights.
Which vehicles are included in recall 24V673?
Recall 24V673 covers 13,241 vehicles: 2024 GMC Canyon.
NHTSA lists 13,241 vehicles in this campaign, built April 19, 2024 to August 3, 2024. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | GMC | Canyon |
What is the fix for the Canyon headlight recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace a module in the headlight, free of charge.
Dealers will replace a module in the headlight, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242468880.
When was recall 24V673 announced?
General Motors, LLC reported recall 24V673 to NHTSA on September 12, 2024. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as October 10, 2024.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| April 19, 2024 | First affected vehicle built (per General Motors, LLC's filing). |
| August 3, 2024 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| September 12, 2024 | General Motors, LLC filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 24V673000. |
| October 10, 2024 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 24 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 106 days. If your Canyon was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Canyon is part of recall 24V673?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 24V673 is open on your Canyon, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 24V673000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should Canyon owners do about recall 24V673?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 24V673000 applies to your Canyon.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized GMC dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any headlights symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Canyon owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 206 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 160 of them about the lighting and visibility.
Since recall 24V673 was reported on September 12, 2024, owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA about the lighting and visibility on these vehicles. 3 of them (17%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the lighting and visibility and were received on or after September 12, 2024, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related lighting and visibility issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 206 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 160 of them involve the lighting and visibility. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 GMC Canyon: 206 complaints in total, 160 about the lighting and visibility
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
The dealer did not fix the recall item on my truck as posted here.
2024 GMC Canyon owner, WA, NHTSA complaint 11650324, filed March 24, 2025
The headlights randomly flicker on and off while driving at night. This not only causes a distraction while i'm driving but is also affecting other drivers.
2024 GMC Canyon owner, KS, NHTSA complaint 11597199, filed June 27, 2024
Headlights in on position, every few minutes both left and right headlights along with DRLs flicker off and back on very quickly.
2024 GMC Canyon owner, PA, NHTSA complaint 11600085, filed July 8, 2024
Can recall 24V673 make my Canyon a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 24V673000 does not automatically make your Canyon a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Lighting and visibility defects, such as headlights that fail, wipers that stop or mirrors that do not work, reduce your ability to see and be seen. They are often electrical, and they often come back.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Canyon went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 24V673
Did the recall 24V673 fix work?
Since recall 24V673 was reported on September 12, 2024, owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA about the lighting and visibility on these vehicles. 3 of them (17%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed October 10, 2024.
Is the 24V673000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Canyon is part of recall 24V673000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 24V673000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or GMC. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.