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GMC Savana Recalls

NHTSA has issued 33 safety recalls for the GMC Savana, covering model years 2003 through 2026. Electrical system faults account for 7 of them, more than any other part of the vehicle. The 2013 model year has the most, with 9 separate campaigns against it. The largest single recall covered 303,013 vehicles. The most recent was reported to NHTSA on June 23, 2026.

Urgent safety advisory on the GMC Savana

One recall below tells owners to park outside and away from buildings, because the vehicle can catch fire while parked and switched off.

Check your own VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether these apply to your car.

Total recalls
33
Model years affected
23
Most recalled part
Electrical system
Latest recall
2026

GMC Savana recalls by model year

How many campaigns were issued against each model year. One recall often covers several years at once, so these add up to more than the 33 total.

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The 30 most recent GMC Savana recalls

Each entry is an official NHTSA campaign, shown with the defect, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them, newest first.

26V399000SteeringReported June 23, 2026

STEERING

Model years affected: 2025–2026

The problem

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Express, and 2025-2026 Savana vehicles. The steering gear assembly may have a nut that was not properly tightened.

What can happen

A loose nut that separates from the steering gear assembly while driving can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gear assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 10, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262563570. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 23, 2026.

Vehicles affected
26,541
Maker's recall no.
N262563570
Read campaign 26V399000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
26V345000SteeringReported May 28, 2026

STEERING:COLUMN

Model years affected: 2026

The problem

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. The gear shifter may provide inaccurate gear selection feedback to the driver due to an incorrectly manufactured steering column assembly.

What can happen

Inaccurate gear selection may result in unexpected vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Until the remedy is performed, owners are advised to visually verify the shift position indicator each time a gear is selected and always use the parking brake when the vehicle is parked. Dealers will replace the transmission control on the steering column, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262558671. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.

Vehicles affected
232
Maker's recall no.
N262558671
Owners notified
June 9, 2026
Read campaign 26V345000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
26V127000TireReported March 5, 2026

TIRES:SIDEWALL

Model years affected: 2025–2026

The problem

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Express Cutaway, and 2025-2026 Savana Cutaway vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with a tire with sidewall damage.

What can happen

A tire with sidewall damage may experience sudden air loss or driver loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect all tire sidewalls and replace tires with sidewall damage, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252542620. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.

Vehicles affected
857
Maker's recall no.
N252542620
Owners notified
March 27, 2026
Read campaign 26V127000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
25V299000SeatReported May 8, 2025

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Model years affected: 2025

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. The front passenger seat head restraint may have been improperly welded to the seat frame.

What can happen

An improperly welded head restraint can result in an increased risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the front passenger seat frame, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 23, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252503580.

Vehicles affected
32
Maker's recall no.
N252503580
Owners notified
June 10, 2025
Read campaign 25V299000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
25V087000StructureReported February 13, 2025

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Model years affected: 2025

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans. The impact beam located in the driver's side door may have improper welds.

What can happen

An improperly welded door impact beam may not adequately protect occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace the driver's side door, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 800-462-8782. GM's recall number for this recall is N242490780.

Vehicles affected
82
Maker's recall no.
N242490780
Owners notified
March 3, 2025
Read campaign 25V087000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
24V839000Power trainReported November 7, 2024

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Model years affected: 2022–2023

The problem

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. Incorrect software in the transmission control module (TCM) may result in harsh shifting, reduced power, unintended deceleration, rear wheel lockup, or cause the vehicle to move in an unintended direction.

What can happen

Rear wheel lock-up or moving in an unintended direction can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the transmission control module software calibration, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2024. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242471620.

Vehicles affected
77,824
Maker's recall no.
N242471620
Owners notified
December 9, 2024
Read campaign 24V839000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
23V247000Electrical systemReported April 6, 2023

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Model years affected: 2003–2023

The problem

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2003-2023 Chevrolet Express Cutaway and GMC Savana Cutaway incomplete vehicles equipped with wiring for an optional rear heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system. When the HVAC blower motor circuit is left unused with exposed connectors and wiring, the circuit can corrode and overheat.

What can happen

An overheated electrical circuit increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will properly seal the rear HVAC blower motor circuits at the left side B-pillar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GMC's number for this recall is N222386050.

Vehicles affected
150,830
Maker's recall no.
N222386050
Owners notified
May 2, 2023
Read campaign 23V247000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
21V189000Electrical systemReported March 18, 2021
NHTSA advises: park outside, away from buildingsAffected vehicles can catch fire even when parked and switched off. Keep the vehicle away from structures until it is repaired.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

Model years affected: 2021

The problem

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles equipped with 6.6L gasoline engines. The positive battery cable terminals may contact a fuse block assembly attachment post and cause an electrical short circuit.

What can happen

A short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the repair is complete. GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove a portion of the anti-rotation tab on both positive battery cable terminals near the fuse block assembly attachments, free of charge. If too much of the tab had been removed during prior servicing, the battery cable will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N202325160.

Vehicles affected
10,154
Maker's recall no.
N202325160
Owners notified
April 16, 2021
Read campaign 21V189000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
21V115000TireReported February 25, 2021

TIRES

Model years affected: 2018–2021

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.

What can happen

Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.

Vehicles affected
33,838
Maker's recall no.
N212329050
Owners notified
March 22, 2021
Read campaign 21V115000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
19V644000Electrical systemReported September 6, 2019

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Model years affected: 2019

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. The seatbelt-unfastened warning light will not illuminate for approximately five seconds after the ignition is moved to the "on" or "start" position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

What can happen

Without the seatbelt warning reminder, the driver may forget to fasten the seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192264500.

Vehicles affected
91,399
Maker's recall no.
N192264500
Owners notified
October 3, 2019
Safety standard
FMVSS 208
Read campaign 19V644000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
19V428000Reported June 11, 2019

EQUIPMENT

Model years affected: 2017–2019

The problem

Unicell Body Company Inc. (Unicell) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savanna, 2018-2019 Hino 155, Ford Econoline and Transit and Isuzu NPR, and 2018 Ram ProMaster-based vehicles equipped with ASA Electronics Voyager monitors used to display the back-up camera image. The affected monitors may revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversed.

What can happen

The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Unicell will work with ASA Electronics to notify owners and offer a remedy, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact ASA Electronics customer service 1-800-384-4400 or Unicell at 1-716-853-8628.

Vehicles affected
325
Owners notified
May 9, 2019
Safety standard
FMVSS 111
Read campaign 19V428000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
19V387000VisibilityReported May 23, 2019

VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

Model years affected: 2016–2019

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. One or both of the rear-quarter windows may be tempered glass instead of laminated glass. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

What can happen

Tempered glass increases the risk of injury in the event of a side impact or rollover crash.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tempered glass windows with laminated glass windows, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733. GM's number for this recall is N192218960.

Vehicles affected
1,159
Maker's recall no.
N192218960
Owners notified
July 5, 2019
Safety standard
FMVSS 226
Read campaign 19V387000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
18V655000Electrical systemReported September 21, 2018

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Model years affected: 2016–2018

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Chevrolet Express and GMC Sierra vehicles equipped with a single, manual, rear climate control module (CCM). If the temperature is set to maximum heat or the mode knob is set to maximum floor vent and an electrical short occurs, components within the CCM may overheat.

What can happen

If the CCM overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire in the vehicle's headliner.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the electrical insulation from a wiring connector within the CCM to remove the fire risk, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18299.

Vehicles affected
30,448
Maker's recall no.
18299
Owners notified
November 6, 2018
Read campaign 18V655000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
18V509000TireReported August 2, 2018

TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

Model years affected: 2018

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles with certain combinations of front-tire and gross-vehicle-weight option codes. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) may be incorrectly calibrated, causing the TPMS warning lamp to illuminate when tire pressure reaches 37 PSI, not 41 PSI. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

What can happen

If the low tire pressure telltale is not illuminated at the correct tire pressure, the driver may have less time to react to a low-tire-pressure situation, which could affect the driver's ability to control the vehicle in certain situations and could increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will check the PSI information on the remote control door lock receiver (RCDLR) and tire placard match, and if the information is different the RCDLR will be reprogrammed. This repair will be done free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18255.

Vehicles affected
94
Maker's recall no.
18255
Owners notified
August 27, 2018
Safety standard
FMVSS 138
Read campaign 18V509000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
18V295000VisibilityReported May 3, 2018

VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

Model years affected: 2014–2017

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles equipped with power windows. Liquid may leak into the driver's power window switch and cause corrosion, resulting in high electrical resistance.

What can happen

High electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side window switch, free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18155.

Vehicles affected
207,483
Maker's recall no.
18155
Owners notified
August 10, 2018
Read campaign 18V295000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
18V267000Reported April 26, 2018

EQUIPMENT

Model years affected: 2009–2018

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain Plastic-Handle Fire Extinguishers or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

What can happen

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

GM will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. GM's number for this recall is 18146.

Vehicles affected
6,154
Maker's recall no.
18146
Owners notified
June 11, 2018
Read campaign 18V267000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
16V700000VisibilityReported September 29, 2016

VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES

Model years affected: 2016

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Chevrolet Express manufactured September 25, 2015, to August 22, 2016, and 2016 GMC Savana cargo and cutaway vans manufactured January 28, 2016, to May 18, 2016. The affected vehicles were manufactured without an inside rearview mirror and with a right-hand convex exterior review mirror. These vehicles are required to have either an inside rearview mirror or both left and right-hand flat exterior rearview mirrors. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

What can happen

If the driver does not have a clear unobstructed view to the back of the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will instal a right-hand flat rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 16036.

Vehicles affected
40
Maker's recall no.
16036
Owners notified
November 8, 2016
Safety standard
FMVSS 111
Read campaign 16V700000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
16V184000TireReported April 1, 2016

TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

Model years affected: 2014–2016

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana incomplete vehicles equipped with a 159 inch wheel base manufactured August 2, 2013, to January 30, 2016. The affected vehicles were shipped to final stage manufacturers without a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

What can happen

Without a TPMS, the driver would not be alerted if one or more tires became under inflated. Driving with under inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will install the hardware and software necessary to equip the vehicles with a TPMS, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 15819.

Vehicles affected
321
Maker's recall no.
15819
Owners notified
May 25, 2016
Safety standard
FMVSS 138
Read campaign 16V184000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
13V544000Reported October 30, 2015

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Model years affected: 2013

The problem

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD, Chevrolet Express, and GMC Sierra HD vehicles, and model year 2013 GMC Savana compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles that fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 303 "Fuel System Integrity of Compressed Natural Gas Vehicles." In the affected vehicles, the text of the CNG fuel-only label is smaller than the required size, and as a result, may be less noticeable.

What can happen

Text that does not conform to the required labeling size could inhibit fuel tank inspection practices and safe refueling, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

GM will notify owners and will send them a replacement label, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 13365.

Vehicles affected
1,808
Maker's recall no.
13365
Owners notified
December 3, 2015
Safety standard
FMVSS 303
Read campaign 13V544000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
14V614000Electrical systemReported October 1, 2014

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Model years affected: 2014

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac CTS, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL, and 2014 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Express, Impala, Silverado HD, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Savana, and Sierra HD vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the chassis electronic module may be internally contaminated, resulting in an electrical short.

What can happen

If the module experiences an electrical short, the vehicle could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chassis electronic module, free of charge. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), and 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM’s number for this recall is 14515.

Vehicles affected
106,307
Maker's recall no.
14515
Owners notified
December 26, 2014
Read campaign 14V614000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
14V500000Reported August 13, 2014

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

Model years affected: 2011–2014

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chevrolet Express compressed natural gas (CNG)vehicles manufactured September 10, 2010, to April 28, 2014, and GMC Savana CNG vehicles manufactured May 23, 2011, to April 21, 2014. The affected vehicles may leak natural gas from the CNG high pressure regulator.

What can happen

A natural gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire or explosion.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure regulator, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2013. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 14321.

Vehicles affected
3,345
Maker's recall no.
14321 / 14758
Owners notified
February 13, 2015
Read campaign 14V500000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
14V117000AirbagReported March 17, 2014

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Model years affected: 2009–2014

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans manufactured January 27, 2009, through March 7, 2014 with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,000 pounds and less and equipped with front passenger air bags. In the affected vehicles, during a frontal impact below the air bag deployment threshold, if an unbelted front passenger's head hits the instrument panel above where the passenger air bag is located, the panel may not sufficiently absorb the impact. As such, these vehicles fail to meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."

What can happen

In the event of a crash below the air bag deployment threshold, an unbelted front passenger seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will modify the passenger instrument panel free of charge. Notices to the owners of the heavy duty vans were mailed on April 28, 2014. The recall began on May 19, 2014. Chevrolet owners may call 1-800-630-2438. GMC owners may call 1-866-996-9463. GM's number for this recall is 14082.

Vehicles affected
303,013
Maker's recall no.
14082
Owners notified
May 19, 2014
Safety standard
FMVSS 201
Read campaign 14V117000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
13V225000Reported May 15, 2013

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

Model years affected: 2011–2013

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) and IMPCO Automotive Division of IMPCO Technologies, Inc. (IMPCO) are recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana Cargo vans that have a compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system installed as original equipment by IMPCO. The fuel systems, manufactured February 14, 2011, through February 20, 2013, have a fuel shut-off solenoid connector to the CNG tank that may corrode and form a short.

What can happen

A short at the connector may cause overheating, resulting in an increased risk of fire.

The fix

GM will notify owners and GM dealers/fleets will perform the remedy which will include replacing the solenoid assemblies and fuel pump fuses and adjusting the wiring routing. The recall began on August 5, 2013. GM's number for this recall is 13139. Impco's number for this recall is FA13GM001. Owner's may contact GM Fleet Action Center at 1-800-353-3867.

Vehicles affected
1,791
Maker's recall no.
13139/FA13GM001
Owners notified
August 5, 2013
Read campaign 13V225000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
13V147000SeatReported April 17, 2013

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

Model years affected: 2013

The problem

Explorer Van Company, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer and Explorer Limited SE vehicles built on GMC Savana and Chevrolet Express chassis, manufactured August 1, 2012, through April 9, 2013. The wiring harness that powers the seat adjuster and the seat heating circuit may not be properly secured. As a result, the harness may become lodged in the seat riser mechanism.

What can happen

If the wires become lodged in the seat riser mechanism, they may become severed and potentially short circuit. A short circuit may result in a fire.

The fix

Explorer Van Company will notify owners, and dealers will secure the seat wiring harness. Any damaged seat wiring harnesses will be replaced. These services will be completed free of charge. The recall began on May 10, 2013. Customers may contact Explorer Van Company at 1-800-926-7878. Explorer's number for this campaign is 2013-1.

Vehicles affected
885
Maker's recall no.
2013-1
Owners notified
May 10, 2013
Read campaign 13V147000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
13V010000Electrical systemReported January 14, 2013

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

Model years affected: 2013

The problem

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Express vehicles manufactured November 1, 2012, through December 21, 2012; and model year 2013 GMC Savana vehicles, manufactured November 14, 2012, through November 20, 2012. It may be possible to remove the key from the ignition when the vehicle is running or the transmission is not in the Park position. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 114, "Theft Protection."

What can happen

If the ignition key is removed while the vehicle is still on and/or the vehicle is not in Park, the vehicle may rollaway and the unintended movement of the vehicle may result in a possible crash or injury to pedestrians.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition lock cylinder and the two associated keys. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on February 8, 2013. For more information, GMC owners may call 1-866-996-9463 and Chevrolet owners may call 1-800-630-2438.

Vehicles affected
980
Maker's recall no.
12332
Owners notified
February 8, 2013
Read campaign 13V010000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
13V001000Power trainReported January 2, 2013

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Model years affected: 2013

The problem

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT; Chevrolet Avalanche, Express, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, and Tahoe; and GMC Savana, Sierra HD, Sierra LD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles, manufactured between November 7, 2012, through December 18, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect", and FMVSS No. 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention." The vehicles may have been built with a fractured park lock cable or a malformed steering column lock actuator gear in the lock module assembly.

What can happen

As a result, the vehicle may shift from Park with the ignition key removed or the ignition key in the OFF position. The vehicle may also shift out of Park without application of the brake pedal while the key is off. Either of these scenarios may cause the vehicle to roll away after the driver has exited the vehicle, resulting in a possible vehicle crash and/or injury.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected vehicles and replace the steering column as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 21, 2013. Chevrolet owners may call 1-800-630-2438. Cadillac owners may call 1-866-982-2339. GMC owners may call 1-866-996-9463.

Vehicles affected
54,686
Maker's recall no.
12331
Owners notified
January 17, 2013
Safety standard
FMVSS 102
Read campaign 13V001000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
12V388000Fuel systemReported August 8, 2012

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

Model years affected: 2003–2004

The problem

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with a left side cargo door, and originally sold or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia. Water and road contaminants may become trapped in the protective conduit that covers the fuel filler pipe and may cause the pipe to corrode.

What can happen

Significant corrosion may allow fuel to leak during refueling, and in the presence of an ignition source; there is an increased risk of fire.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuel filler neck, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 1, 2012. Owners may contact the Chevrolet owner center at 1-866-694-6546 and GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

Vehicles affected
9,389
Maker's recall no.
12166
Owners notified
October 1, 2012
Read campaign 12V388000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
12V169000Reported April 17, 2012

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Model years affected: 2009

The problem

MAIN MOBILITY IS RECALLING CERTAIN CONVERSION VANS BUILT ON MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 CHEVROLET EXPRESS, 2009 GMC SAVANA, AND 2010 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT CHASSIS, AND FITTED WITH CERTAIN BRAUN WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. OVER TIME AND WITH FREQUENT USE, THE ROLL STOP LATCHES ON THE WHEELCHAIR LIFT’S OUTER BARRIER MAY BECOME BENT OR MISALIGNED.

What can happen

A WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANT MAY DEFEAT OR RIDE OVER THE INSUFFICIENTLY LATCHED ROLL STOP. IF THIS OCCURS WHEN THE LIFT PLATFORM IS IN AN ELEVATED POSITION, THE WHEELCHAIR’S OCCUPANT COULD FALL AND SUSTAIN INJURY.

The fix

MAIN MOBILITY IS WORKING WITH BRAUN TO NOTIFY OWNERS, AND BRAUN DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES, FREE OF CHARGE. MAIN MOBILITY HAS NOT PROVIDED A NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAIN MOBILITY AT 1-716-759-6811.

Vehicles affected
34
Owners notified
April 18, 2012
Read campaign 12V169000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
12V112000SteeringReported March 22, 2012

STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN

Model years affected: 2012

The problem

GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND SUBURBAN VEHICLES, AND GMC SAVANA AND YUKON XL HEAVY DUTY VEHICLES. THE STEERING GEAR PITMAN SHAFT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY HARDENED AND COULD FRACTURE.

What can happen

IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS, A LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

The fix

GM WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING GEAR AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR PITMAN SHAFT. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON APRIL 4, 2012.

Vehicles affected
6,159
Maker's recall no.
12055
Owners notified
April 4, 2012
Read campaign 12V112000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
11V543000AirbagReported November 8, 2011

AIR BAGS

Model years affected: 2012

The problem

GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND GMC SAVANA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 2, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 17, 2011. THE SECOND STAGE OF THE DUAL-STAGE AIR BAG WILL NOT INFLATE IN A SEVERE FRONTAL IMPACT. ACCORDINGLY, THE AIR BAGS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."

What can happen

AN IMPROPERLY DEPLOYED AIR BAG WILL INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE OCCUPANT.

The fix

GM WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 29, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GMC AT 1-800-462-8782 OR CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020.

Vehicles affected
1,798
Maker's recall no.
11302
Owners notified
November 29, 2011
Safety standard
FMVSS 208
Read campaign 11V543000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

Earlier GMC Savana recalls

The remaining 3 campaigns on file, oldest going back to 2010. Open any campaign number for the full report on NHTSA.gov.

CampaignComponentModel yearsReported
10V205000EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY2008–20092010-05-13
10V138000Electrical system20102010-04-06
10V096000Visibility20092010-03-12

What to do if your GMC Savana is on this list

A recall listed here applies to a range of vehicles, not to every car of that model year. Manufacturers narrow it down by build date and VIN, so the only way to know whether yours is included is to check the VIN. You can do that free on NHTSA's recall lookup, or by calling any franchised dealer for that brand with your VIN in hand.

Recall repairs are free. Under federal law the manufacturer has to fix a safety defect at no charge, and there is no mileage limit and no expiry on that obligation for vehicles under 15 years old. A dealer cannot charge you for the parts, the labour, or the diagnosis on a recall repair, and you do not need to have bought the car there. If a dealer asks you to pay, that is worth escalating to the manufacturer's customer line, which is listed in the remedy text of each recall above.

Recalls do not block a title transfer or registration in any state. You can legally buy, sell, or register a car with an open recall, and sellers are generally not required to fix one first. That said, an open recall is worth raising before money changes hands, especially one with a do-not-drive advisory. If you are buying, run the VIN before you hand over the payment; if you are selling, telling the buyer about an open recall costs you nothing and avoids a dispute later.

GMC Savana recall questions

How many recalls does the GMC Savana have?

NHTSA lists 33 recall campaigns for the GMC Savana across model years 2003 to 2026. That count covers recalls filed from 2010 onward. Not every campaign applies to every car of that model year, because manufacturers limit recalls by build date and VIN.

Which GMC Savana model year has the most recalls?

The 2013 GMC Savana carries the most, with 9 recall campaigns. A high count does not automatically mean a worse car: a single supplier fault can trigger a recall across an entire production run, and manufacturers that report problems quickly tend to show more campaigns.

Are GMC Savana recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to repair a safety recall at no cost, including parts and labour, on vehicles under 15 years old. There is no mileage limit, and you do not have to be the original owner or have bought the car from that dealer.

Can I sell or register a GMC Savana with an open recall?

Yes. An open recall does not stop a title transfer or registration in any state, and private sellers are generally not required to repair one first. Dealers face stricter rules on some safety recalls. If you are buying, check the VIN before you pay; the repair is free, but you want to know what you are taking on.

Other GMC recalls

GMC Sierra 1500 recalls51GMC Yukon recalls48GMC Sierra 3500 recalls39GMC Yukon XL recalls36GMC Acadia recalls33GMC Canyon recalls26

Where this data comes from

Every recall on this page is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the federal agency that oversees vehicle safety recalls in the United States. We pull the full recall file from NHTSA and reproduce the campaign number, defect description, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them. NHTSA data is in the public domain.

Source:
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
NHTSA data as of:
July 18, 2026
Coverage:
Recalls from 2010 onward
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Last reviewed: 2026-07-18 · Reviewed by the Car Paperwork editorial team · Independent resource · Not legal advice

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