2012 GMC Savana Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

7 safety recalls on file

The 2012 GMC Savana has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (2 reports).

7Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2012 GMC Savana recalls

Unused Wiring Can Corrode and Overheat, Creating Fire Risk

Recall 23V247Apr 6, 2023150,830 vehicles affected

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.

Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire

Recall 18V267Apr 26, 20186,154 vehicles affected

Certain plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers installed in these vehicles may become clogged, so the extinguisher may not discharge as expected or may require excessive force to activate.

Fuel System, Other

Recall 14V500Aug 13, 20143,345 vehicles affected

Air Bags:Frontal

Recall 14V117Mar 17, 2014303,013 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Other

Recall 13V225May 15, 20131,791 vehicles affected

Steering:Gear Box:Shaft Pitman

Recall 12V112Mar 22, 20126,159 vehicles affected

Air Bags

Recall 11V543Nov 8, 20111,798 vehicles affected

Most common 2012 GMC Savana problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags2
Visibility/Wiper1
Visibility1

What owners report

2015-05-27, Air Bags
THE VAN IS LESS THAN 3 YEARS OLD BUT HAS WELL OVER 36,000 MILES ON IT, SO IT IS OFF WARRANTY. THE PASSANGER SEAT IS RARELY USED BUT THE AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE PASSANGER SIDE CAME ON INDICATING AIR BAG MAL-FUNCTION. THE DEALER WANTS $350 PLUS POSSIBLE HIGHER CHARGE IF DIFFICULTY ARISES IN REPLACING THE SENSOR. THIS IS REALLY A NON-WEAR ITEM.
2014-08-29, Air Bags
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC SAVANA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V117000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. UPDATED 10/23/14*CN
2014-05-28, Visibility/Wiper
THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW MOTOR NO LONGER FUNCTIONS. *TR

2012 GMC Savana questions

Does the 2012 GMC Savana have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2012 GMC Savana: Unused Wiring Can Corrode and Overheat, Creating Fire Risk; Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire; Fuel System, Other; Air Bags:Frontal; Fuel System, Other. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 GMC Savana?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (2), Visibility/Wiper (1), Visibility (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2012 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.

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