2004 GMC Savana 1500
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2004
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2004: 5 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 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
2 of 5 total reports mention: tires.
Structure
1 of 5 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
Show complaint excerpts
The cargo doors are very difficult to open. The door hinges have rusted internal, so that one of the hinges snapped off (Lower hinge, passenger side cargo door). GM has TSB for this but will not cover it.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-04-07
Steering
1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing tie rod assembly.
Show complaint excerpts
Dt*: the contact stated while driving at 30 MPH, a noise was heard coming from the front of the vehicle. Upon inspection by an independent mechanic, it was determined that the inner tie rod was fractured and had to be replaced.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-08-31
Service brakes
1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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
2004 GMC Savana 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2004 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 2004 GMC Savana 1500?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 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.