repaired · 2025 Q2
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An overheated electrical circuit increases the risk of a fire.
2013 GMC SavanaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2013 GMC Savana, most often about the tires. It is covered by 9 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-267 the manufacturer reports only 14% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 6, 2023. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 GMC Savana has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Tires
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 2 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
9 recalls
2013 GMC Savana recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Equipment
Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2017 Q1
Other: labels
Risk. Text that does not conform to the required labeling size could inhibit fuel tank inspection practices and safe refueling, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Fuel system, other
Risk. A natural gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire or explosion.
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repaired · 2015 Q3
Air bags: frontal
Risk. In the event of a crash below the air bag deployment threshold, an unbelted front passenger seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
no report yet
Fuel system, other
Risk. A short at the connector may cause overheating, resulting in an increased risk of fire.
no report yet
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. If the wires become lodged in the seat riser mechanism, they may become severed and potentially short circuit.
no report yet
Electrical system: ignition
Risk. If the ignition key is removed while the vehicle is still on and/or the vehicle is not in Park, the vehicle may rollaway and the unintended movement of the…
no report yet
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. As a result, the vehicle may shift from Park with the ignition key removed or the ignition key in the OFF position.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with GMC.
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other Savana year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Savana median. How we score
'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Savana owners report
Recent tires complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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.…
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…
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