CarRecallWatchThe 2016 GMC Savana has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (3 reports).
2016 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.
Rear-Quarter Windows May Be Tempered, Raising Injury Risk
Some 2016-2019 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans may have one or both rear-quarter windows made of tempered glass instead of laminated glass.
Rear climate control module can overheat and cause a headliner fire
A rear climate control module (CCM) in certain vehicles may overheat if an electrical short occurs while the temperature is set to maximum heat or the mode knob is set to maximum floor vent.
Liquid leak can corrode window switch and raise fire risk
Liquid may leak into the driver's power window switch on certain vans.
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.
Vans May Lack Proper Rearview Mirror, Raising Crash Risk
Some 2016-2017 Chevrolet Express and 2016 GMC Savana vans were built without an inside rearview mirror and with only a right-hand convex exterior mirror.
Missing tire pressure warning can hide under-inflated tires
Some vans were shipped without a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), so the driver would not be alerted if one or more tires became under-inflated.
Most common 2016 GMC Savana problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
6L80 transmission has failed @ 109,000 miles. At a stop light, in drive, vehicle would not move in drive or reverse. After switching back and forth transmission finally started to work and was able to limp to a dealership. Did not realize how big this issue is with this transmission until mine failed prematurely. I thank God that mine happened at a stop light and not when trying to accelerate at a say a stop sign where I need to cross multiple lanes of traffic. I would have been a sitting duck in the middle of oncoming traffic.
I TEST DROVE THE VEHICLE I PURCHASED IN THE PENSKE PARKING LOT. I WAS NOT ABLE TO TAKE IT TO THE FREEWAY. VEHICLE FELT FINE, ENGINE LOOKED GOOD, REAR TIRES WERE WORN, BUT I WAS TOLD THEY CONFORMED TO DOT STANDARDS. AFTER THE PURCHASE I STARTED TO DRIVE IT HOME. WHEN I GOT ON THE FREEWAY, I COULD NOT GET THE TRUCK ABOVE 50 MILES PER HOUR WITH OUT SEVERE VIBRATIONS. THE TRUCK ALSO PULLED TO THE RIGHT, IT WAS OBVIOUS THE TRUCK NEEDED A FRONT END ALIGNMENT. PENSKE GIVES A 15 DAY PERIOD WHEN THEY WILL REPAIR DAMAGE YOU HAVE FOUND. I ARRANGED WITH ALYSE, THE GIRL THAT WORKS FOR PENSKE SALES IN PENNSYLVANIA. SHE HAD ME BRING THE TRUCK TO CORONA RENTAL AND REPAIR CENTER. I PICKED THE TRUCK UP ON
OCCURS INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING OVER LAST 4 MONTHS IN FOLLOWING ORDER: INTERMITTENT DEATH WOBBLE IN STEERING WHEEL WHEN BRAKING STABLETRACK DASH LIGHT CAME ON AND BRAKE LIGHTS WOULD NOT TURN OFF. BRAKE SWITCH AT PEDAL REPLACED. BRAKE LIGHTS NOW STAYING OFF. STABLETRACK DASH LIGHT CAME INTERMITTENTLY THREE TIMES AGAIN. STEERING WHEEL OFF CENTERS ITSELF TO LEFT A FEW DEGREES. INTERMITTENT DEATH WOBBLE IN STEERING WHEEL WHEN BRAKING RE-OCCURS. BRAKES PULLING SLIGHTLY TO LEFT. BRAKES STOP PULLING LEFT. STEERING WHEEL RE-CENTERS. INTERMITTENT DEATH WOBBLE CEASES IN STEERING WHEEL WHEN BRAKING.
THE DOORS AUTOMATICALLY LOCK BUT DO NOT ALWAYS UNLOCK WHEN THEY SHOULD. IN THE PAST, A CAR DOOR WOULD OPEN WHEN THE DOOR RELEASE WAS PULLED, REGARDLESS IF THE DOOR WAS LOCKED. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT GETTING OUT OF THE VEHICLE IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE. I WOULD LIKE THE OPTION TO TURN OFF THE AUTO LOCK FEATURE.
IN 2004 I PURCHASED A NEW CHEVY VAN. IN 2006 MY LIGHT SWITCH WIRING HARNESS MELTED TOGETHER AND I COULD NOT TURN MY LIGHTS OFF. I PAID TO GET THIS REPAIRED. IN 2008 THIS SAME VAN CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE I WAS DRIVING. I PARKED THE VAN, OPENED THE DOOR AND GOT OUT.SAFELY. THE VAN WAS A TOTAL LOSS BUT I WAS SAFE. IN 2017 I PURCHASED A 2016 GMC VAN. THIS VAN HAS A FEATURE THAT AUTOMATICALLY LOCKS MY DOORS. THE DOORS DO NOT ALWAYS UNLOCK WHEN I PARK THIS VAN. I CAN'T UNDERSTAND WHY I HAVE TO HAVE THIS FEATURE. I WAS ABLE TO EGRESS MY OLD VEHICLE THAT CAUGHT FIRE BUT I MIGHT NOT HAVE THE SAME LUCK WITH THIS AUTOMATION FEATURE THAT LOCKS MY DOORS AND THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT IS FILLING WI
2016 GMC Savana questions
Does the 2016 GMC Savana have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2016 GMC Savana: Unused Wiring Can Corrode and Overheat, Creating Fire Risk; Rear-Quarter Windows May Be Tempered, Raising Injury Risk; Rear climate control module can overheat and cause a headliner fire; Liquid leak can corrode window switch and raise fire risk; Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 GMC Savana?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (3), Service Brakes (2), Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.