Savana
GMC Savana: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
MakeGMC
ClassPassenger van
Model years (US)2000–2027
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
Generations and technical specifications
Chevrolet Express GMC Savana1996–present
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | January 1996–present |
| Model years | 1996–present |
| Body styles | 2-door cutaway van chassis 3-door cargo van 3-door passenger van 4-door cargo van 4-door passenger van |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel drive Front-engine, all-wheel drive (2003–2014) |
| Platform | GMT600 (1996–2002) GMT610 (2003–present) |
| Engines | GMT600 4.3 L L35 V6 (1996–2002) 5.0 L L30 V8 (1996–2002) 5.7 L L31 V8 (1996–2002) 7.4 L L29 V8 (1996–2000) 8.1 L L18 V8 (2001–2002) 6.5 L Detroit Diesel V8/L65 (1996–2002) GMT610 2.8 L Duramax/LWN I4 turbo-diesel (2017–2022) 4.3 L Vortec 4300/LU3 V6 (2003–2014) 4.3 L EcoTec3 4300/LV1 V6 (2018–present) 4.8 L Vortec 4800/LR4 V8 (2003–2007) 4.8 L Vortec 4800/LY2 V8 (2008–2009) 4.8 L Vortec 4800/L20 Flex-fuel V8 (2010–2017) +10 more |
| Transmissions | GMT600 4-speed automatic 4L60-E (1500 and light-duty 2500 series) 4-speed automatic 4L80-E (heavy-duty 2500 and 3500 series) GMT610 4-speed automatic 4L60-E on 1500 and light-duty 2500 (2003–2014) 4-speed automatic 4L80-E on heavy-duty 2500 and 3500 (2003–2009) 6-speed automatic 6L90-E on heavy-duty 2500 and 3500 (2010–2023) 8-speed automatic 8L90-E on 2.8L Duramax and 4.3L Ecotec3 V6 engines (2017–present), 6.6L V8 (2024-present) |
| Wheelbase | SWB: 3,429 mm LWB: 3,937 mm |
| Length | GMT600 1996–98 SWB: 5,558 mm 1996–98 LWB: 6,066 mm 1999–2002 SWB: 5,555 mm 1999–2002 LWB: 6,063 mm GMT610 2003–present SWB: 5,692 mm 2003–present LWB: 6,200 mm 2003–05 Savana LWB: 6,198 mm |
| Width | GMT600 SWB: 2,012 mm LWB: 2,017 mm GMT610 2,017 mm |
| Height | GMT600 1996–98 Express: 2,078 mm 1996–98 Savana SWB/2500 SWB & 3500 LWB: 2,096 mm 1996–98 Savana LWB: 2,154 mm 1500 & 2001–02 3500 LS LWB: 2,022 mm 1997–2002 3500 SWB: 2,131 mm 1997–2002 2500 LWB: 2,060 mm 2001–02 2500 LWB: 2,088 mm 2001–02 3500 LWB: 2,103 mm GMT610 2003–present SWB: 2,073 mm 2003–present LWB: 2,083 mm |
| Class | Full-size van |
| Assembly | United States Wentzville, Missouri (Wentzville Assembly) Springfield, Ohio (Navistar; 2017–2026) (cutaway) |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015–2017 | 6.0 L, 8 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2014–2015 | 4.8 L, 8 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2011–2015 | 6.0 L, 8 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel) |
| 2000–2014 | 4.3 L, 6 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2010–2014 | 5.3 L, 8 cyl | 4-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel) |
| 2007–2014 | 5.3 L, 8 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel) |
| 2011–2013 | 4.8 L, 8 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel) |
| 2003–2009 | 5.3 L, 8 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2007–2009 | 5.3 L, 8 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel) |
| 2003–2009 | 5.3 L, 8 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2004 | 6.0 L, 8 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol or natural gas |
| 2004 | 6.0 L, 8 cyl CNG | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Natural gas (CNG) |
| +2 more configurations |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2017 | 6.0 L, 8 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 18.1–19.6 L/100 km | 21.4–23.5 L/100 km | 14.7–16.8 L/100 km |
| 2011–2015 | 4.8 L, 8 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 18.1 L/100 km | 21.4 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| 2000–2014 | 4.3 L, 6 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 13.8–16.8 L/100 km | 15.7–18.1 L/100 km | 11.8–14.7 L/100 km |
| 2010–2014 | 5.3 L, 8 cyl · 4-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 16.8 L/100 km | 18.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| 2003–2014 | 5.3 L, 8 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 14.7–16.8 L/100 km | 16.8–19.6 L/100 km | 12.4–14.7 L/100 km |
| 2003–2009 | 5.3 L, 8 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 15.7–18.1 L/100 km | 16.8–19.6 L/100 km | 13.8–15.7 L/100 km |
| 2004 | 6.0 L, 8 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 19.6 L/100 km | 21.4 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| 2004 | 6.0 L, 8 cyl CNG · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 19.6 L/100 km | 21.4 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| 2000–2002 | 5.0 L, 8 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 15.7–16.8 L/100 km | 18.1 L/100 km | 13.8–14.7 L/100 km |
| 2000–2002 | 5.7 L, 8 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 16.8–18.1 L/100 km | 19.6 L/100 km | 13.8–14.7 L/100 km |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | Passenger van, Cargo van |
| Model years in EPA data | 2000–2017 |
| Powertrains | Petrol, Flex-fuel, Bi-fuel, Natural gas (CNG) |
| Engine displacement | 4.3–6.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6, 8 |
| Transmission types | Automatic |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive, All-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (regular), Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel), Petrol or natural gas, Natural gas (CNG) |
| Configurations listed | 167 |
| Start-stop system | On some versions |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2000–2027 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 50 | 2000, 2003, 2005 |
| Engine and cooling | 20 | 2000, 2002, 2003 |
| Tyres | 19 | 2000, 2002, 2005 |
| Body and structure | 18 | 2000, 2002, 2005 |
| Electrical system | 17 | 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Steering | 15 | 2000, 2005, 2006 |
| Fuel and propulsion | 13 | 2000, 2003, 2004 |
| Airbags | 12 | 2001, 2003, 2007 |
| Transmission and drivetrain | 11 | 2000, 2001, 2003 |
| Suspension | 8 | 2000, 2001, 2003 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2000–2007: 194 complaints, 16 with a crash and 8 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.