2005 GMC Savana 1500
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2005
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2005: 4 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 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
3 of 4 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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Foot brake is not functioning if parked on a grade greater than 8 degrees. As always, foot brake only applied after the gear is shifted on park. I didn't discover the foot brake is not properly function until several years after purchase.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-05
Air bags
2 of 4 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing sensor/control module.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 GMC Savana 1500. The air bag warning light illuminated on the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who stated that the frontal air bag sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-19
Tires
1 of 4 total reports mentions: tires.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2005 GMC Savana 1500. While the vehicle was parked, the contact checked the spare tire. While using the jack, the spare tire only came down six inches. The contact was unable to get the spare tire back up again.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-11-29
Structure
1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 GMC Savana 1500. When the contact examined the vehicle, he found that the spare tire cable was corroded. The cable was cut to remove the spare tire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-10-12
Also filed under Service brakes, 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
2005 GMC Savana 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2005 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 2005 GMC Savana 1500?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2005 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.