CarRecallWatchThe 2005 GMC Savana has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2 reports).
2005 GMC Savana recalls
Unused Wiring Can Corrode and Overheat, Creating Fire Risk
Certain incomplete Chevrolet Express Cutaway and GMC Savana Cutaway vans, model years 2003 through 2006 in this recall, are equipped with wiring for an optional rear heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning system.
Most common 2005 GMC Savana problems
Problem areas named in the 13 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
What owners report
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
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 states that he contacted PGW today and that they will not replace the window. He and Pittsburg Glass Works state that they have had no other complaints and that it is too late to do anything about it. I
WHITE VAN SINCE WAS 4 YEARS OLD THE FRONT HOOD WHITE PAINT STAR PEELING OFF . KNOW IS HAVE PAINT ONLY. BAD QUALITY PAINT. YOU CAN SEE IN THE ROAD ALMOST ALL CHEVY OR GMC CARGO VAN WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR
WHILE DRIVING ON BUMPY ROAD AT 30 MILES / HOUR CAR TURNS OFF. I COULD NOT TURN, POWER STEERING LOCKED. CAR EVENTUALLY STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BUSY ROAD AND I BRAKE, CHANGED GEARS TO PARK. I TURN IGNITION KEY OFF AND THEN TURNED IT ON AGAIN. THIS HAPPEN A FEW TIMES. I TRY TO AVOID BUMPY AREAS. I TOOK TO MECHANIC & HE FOUND NOTHING WRONG WITH ENGINE. I DID TO MENTION IT ONLY HAPPENS ON BUMPY RIDES, ( HE DROVE IT ON EXPRESSWAY). I JUST FOUND OUT GMC CARS HAVE A RECALL ON KEY IGNITIONS BUT NOT MY 2005 GMC. I CONTACTED GMC AND MY LOCAL DEALER BUT THEY SAY IT IS NOT RECALLED AND UNLESS IT HAPPENS WHILE THEY DRIVE IT THEY CAN'T DIAGNOSE IT. THEY WILL NOT FIX IT UNLESS THEY DIAGNOSE IT. *
TIRE "DEFINITY DAKOTA" HAD DEFECTED JUST FOR 20,000 MI. *TR
2005 GMC Savana questions
Does the 2005 GMC Savana have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2005 GMC Savana: Unused Wiring Can Corrode and Overheat, Creating Fire Risk; Equipment Adaptive/Mobility; Equipment Adaptive/Mobility; Seat Belts; Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 GMC Savana?
Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2), Steering (2), Electrical System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 GMC Savana has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.