CarRecallWatchThe 2013 GMC Savana has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Tires (2 reports).
2013 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.
Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire
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.
Undersized CNG fuel-only label may raise fire risk
Certain 2013-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD, Chevrolet Express, and GMC Sierra HD vehicles, plus 2013 GMC Savana compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles, have a CNG fuel-only label with text smaller than federal safety standards require.
Most common 2013 GMC Savana problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Tires | 2 |
What owners report
WE PURCHASED 18 PINNACLE LT245/75R16 LOAD RANGE E 10 PLY TIRES FROM GRAINGER AND MADE IN CHINA FOR OUR FLEET OF 15 2007-2014 GMC 3500 VANS. I HAVE 6 OF THEM ON SHOP FLOOR DUE TO FAILURES THAT ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AND OR TESTING. SOME OF THE OTHERS WERE DESTROYED AND SENT TO BE RECYCLED. THESE VANS ARE DRIVEN UPON THE INTERSTATE, HIGHWAYS AND CITY STREETS, AT OR ABOUT THE SPEED LIMITS AND WITHIN THE WEIGHT CLASS OF A 1 TON VAN. MILEAGE VARIED FROM 5000 TO 10000 BEFORE THE TIRE BUBBLED ON THE TREAD OR AT THE BEAD, SEPARATED OR BLEW OUT. WE HAVE PURCHASED COOPER TIRES IN THE SAME SPEC RANGE PRIOR TO AND AFTER SAID PURCHASE WITH NO FAILURES AS THE PINNACLE TIRES.
WE HAVE PURCHASED 20 HIFLY, LT245-75R16 E RANGE 10 PLY TIRES TO USE ON OUR FLEET OF 15 GMC 3500 VANS.YEAR RANGE IS BETWEEN 2007-2014. WE ARE FINDING SEPARATION AND BUBBLING IN THEM. WE WERE ADVISED THAT "WHAT DO YOU EXPECT FROM A CHEAP CHINESE TIRE, YOU GOT WHAT YOU PAID FOR.". NO WARRANTY OR EXCHANGE GIVEN. I STILL HAVE 11 ON SHOP FLOOR DUE TO SUCH FAILURES THESE ARE VERY DANGEROUS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS WHEN THE TREADS AND SIDEWALLS BUBBLE AND BLOW OUT OR TREAD SEPARATES, THIS COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT WHICH COULD CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL, INJURY, DEATH OR DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY. WE HAVE PURCHASED COOPER TIRES WITHOUT THE SAME ISSUES ON THESE UNITS, DRIVING THE SAME SPEED, WEIGHT, AND DISTANCE. TH
2013 GMC Savana questions
Does the 2013 GMC Savana have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2013 GMC Savana: Unused Wiring Can Corrode and Overheat, Creating Fire Risk; Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire; Undersized CNG fuel-only label may raise fire risk; Fuel System, Other; Air Bags:Frontal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 GMC Savana?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Tires (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 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.