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2 known problems
medium
DPF regen issues
All engines
medium
Long-term reliability unknown
All engines
Recalls
1 on recordREC-006123
2024-10-28
Defect: During installation of the diesel fuel filter assembly, the incorrect lubricant type was used on the fuel filter sealing rubber O-ring, and the sealing may reduce over time, allowing fuel to leak from the filter housing.
Hazard: A fuel leak in the presence of an external ignition source could result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy: GWM will contact affected owners to arrange a dealer appointment to replace the fuel filter O-ring, free of charge.
Affected: 2,872 units, GWM Cannon 2023 (all variants)
Official notice: www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au · details checked 2026-09-30
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Price (AUD)
$25-45k
Body styles
Single Cab, Extra Cab, Dual Cab
Drivetrain
RWD, 4WD part-time
Origin
China
Built in
China
Overview
Great Wall Motors' first proper challenger to the Hilux/Ranger duopoly. 2020-2021 launch was 3000kg tow only — the full 3500kg arrived with the 2.4L variant from 2022. 7-year unlimited-km warranty when new is best-in-class. ZF 8-speed auto on the 2.0; GWM's own 9-speed on the 2.4. Specification level (leather, ADAS, cameras) is generous for the price. Long-term reliability data thin — the platform hasn't been in market long enough at 100k+ km to know how it ages in Australian conditions. Dealer network has gaps in regional NSW.
Engines & variants
2.0L GW4D20M (common-rail diesel)
Engine
Common-rail turbo diesel
Engine code
GW4D20M
Config
I4
Displacement
2.0L
Power
120kW (unverified)
Torque
400Nm (unverified)
Drivetrain
RWD / Part-time 4WD
0–100
~10.8s
Economy
~9.4 L/100km combined
Tow (braked)
3000-3500kg
Tow (unbraked)
750kg
Transmission
8AT (ZF 8HP)
Timing chain / belt / gear
Chain-driven, inspect from 150,000km
Pros
- ZF 8-speed auto — proven gearbox
- Strong equipment level for the price
- 7-year warranty
- Cheapest entry into a 3.5t-rated ute new
Cons
- 2020-2021 launch only 3000kg tow
- Long-term reliability unknown
- ANCAP/safety lags rivals
- Dealer network thin regionally
Known problems
medium
DPF regen issues
Some reports of failed regens.
Fix: Highway runs. Force regen at dealer.
medium
Long-term reliability unknown
Insufficient data on 100k+ km units in Australian conditions.
Fix: Buy with warranty. Service religiously.
2.4L GW4D24 (common-rail diesel)
Engine
Common-rail turbo diesel
Engine code
Config
I4
Displacement
2.4L
Power
135kW (unverified)
Torque
480Nm (unverified)
Drivetrain
RWD / Part-time 4WD
0–100
~10.5s
Economy
~8.4 L/100km combined
Tow (braked)
3500kg
Tow (unbraked)
750kg
Transmission
9AT (GWM)
Timing chain / belt / gear
Chain-driven, inspect from 150,000km
Pros
- Full 3500kg tow rating
- 9-speed auto (GWM design)
- Strong torque for the displacement
- Latest evolution — addresses early 2.0 niggles
Cons
- 9-speed is GWM-designed (less proven than ZF)
- Long-term reliability unknown
- Dealer network still thin regionally
- Resale unproven
Known problems
medium
DPF regen issues
Some reports of failed regens.
Fix: Highway runs. Force regen at dealer.
medium
Long-term reliability unknown
Insufficient data on 100k+ km units in Australian conditions.
Fix: Buy with warranty. Service religiously.