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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
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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
Operating state
Braking behavior
Safety restraint issue
Vibration/harshness
Reporting mechanism
Noise
Driver assistance issue
Fluid issue
Safety restraint behavior
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Steering behavior
Engine behavior
Thermal issue
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Wiper/washer behavior
Ride/handling behavior
Lighting behavior
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Performance issue
Smell
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HVAC behavior
Infotainment behavior
Powering on/off behavior
Communication/network issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2005 GMC SAVANA
Filed Oct 12, 2026
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
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