NHTSA Data Explorer

GMC Savana 1500

Data refreshed October 26, 2026

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Complaints

554

Active records

Recalls

64

Active records

TSBs

2,748

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

2

Injuries

33

Crashes

36

Fires

13

Top reported issues — GMC Savana 1500

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Condition issue

229

Operating state

126

Braking behavior

111

Safety restraint issue

52

Vibration/harshness

41

Reporting mechanism

40

Noise

37

Driver assistance issue

36

Fluid issue

36

Safety restraint behavior

33

Access/entry issue

29

Steering behavior

29

Engine behavior

27

Thermal issue

26

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

22

Wiper/washer behavior

19

Ride/handling behavior

17

Lighting behavior

16

Starting behavior

10

Performance issue

9

Smell

7

Recent change

5

Electrical issue

4

HVAC behavior

3

Infotainment behavior

3

Powering on/off behavior

3

Communication/network issue

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2005 GMC SAVANA

Filed Oct 12, 2026


1 injured
Crash

I was in a crash today october 12th 2026 and the airbags failed to deploy it was a front end collision that resulted in the motor shutting off

2001 GMC SAVANA

Filed Jul 24, 2025


I don't know sometimes wrong with the electrical issue before I got to dive into it I had got some damages from death or vandalism

2007 GMC SAVANA

Filed Feb 27, 2025


Crash

See attached document for complaint.

2005 GMC SAVANA

Filed Jul 17, 2023


I had a new front windshield sold by PGW installed by Coughlin Auto Glass in Deer Lodge Montana in November - December 2022. I immediately noticed that the windshield did not allow RED LIGHT to pass through the tinted area. This is most likely due to a manufacturing defect and is dangerous. Unfortunately I did not have time to argue with the installer about a replacement until now, as I have been out of the state until yesterday. The installer confirmed that the glass was defective. He…

2000 GMC SAVANA

Filed May 5, 2023


Tire size P 245/75 R 16 Was transporting church members (8) to church function on enter state when the tire blew out for no apparent reason. No more than 1000 miles ware on tires. The blow out caused damage to rear radiator causing overheating and damaging engine

2004 GMC SAVANA

Filed Nov 1, 2022


The contact owns a 2004 GMC Savana. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal went to the floorboard while depressed. The dealer was made aware of the failure and scheduled an upcoming appointment; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V045000 (Service Brakes,…

1998 GMC SAVANA

Filed Aug 9, 2022


GM theft system engaged leaving me stranded multiple times including on a remote mountain side. I was only able to get a cell signal by walking a few KM's down the road in the middle of the night to call for help. When I was able to get a hold of the dealer in the morning, they instructed me on how to relearn the key code and drive the van to the dealership. They cut a new key and sent me on my way. Since, the van theft system has left me stranded multiple times and me having to spend half an…

2000 GMC SAVANA 1500

Filed May 4, 2021


A TIRE BLEW OUT DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY. GOODYEAR WRANGLER 235/75R15.

2014 GMC SAVANA 1500

Filed Dec 31, 2020


FAILURE TO BRAKE AT LOW SPEEDS. BRAKE PEDAL HARD AND INCREASED STOP DISTANCE IN LOW SPEED, OFTEN TIGHT SPOTS.

2007 GMC SAVANA

Filed Nov 12, 2020


THE LIGHT IS ON ,AIRBAG NOT WORKING AT THE CLUSTER

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Updated October 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.