GMC Savana 1500 years to avoid
Across 1997–2015, no single Savana 1500 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2005 drew the most complaints; 2012 the fewest.
49
Total complaints
5
Recall campaigns
1997–2015
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every Savana 1500 year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 3 | 0 | |
| 2014 | 6 | 0 | |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2011 | 3 | 2 | |
| 2010 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2008 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2007 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2006 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2005 | 7 | 1 | |
| 2004 | 5 | 1 | |
| 2003 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2002 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2001 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2000 | 5 | 1 | |
| 1999 | 1 | 1 | |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the GMC Savana 1500?
By complaint volume, 2012 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Savana 1500 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the GMC Savana 1500 have?
Across all model years, the Savana 1500 has 5 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 49 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.