2003 GMC Savana 1500
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2003
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2003: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 4 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 3 |
| 2008 | 2 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 3 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
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Gas tank leaks when full. The seam where the filler neck meets the tank's nipple is cracked. GM does not manufacture a replacement tank, no used tanks available. I'm forced to drive a van that leaks fuel if full, or hits a bump in the road. Help!
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-05-05
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2003 GMC Savana 1500. The contact stated that there was a odor of fuel inside the vehicle. Upon inspection, it was discovered that fuel was leaking from the vehicle due to corrosion of fuel filler neck.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-10-23
Air bags
1 of 3 total reports mentions: air bags.
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Air bags did not deploy high impact accident 55 to 65 MPH hit concrete wall bought van new 2003 Savanna 1500.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-30
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…
Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).
Buy-smart checklist
2003 GMC Savana 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
- Air bags: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2003 GMC Savana 1500 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2003 GMC Savana 1500?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2003 GMC Savana 1500 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.