2001 GMC Savana
Only 19 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 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 19
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2001: 19 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1996 | 35 |
| 1997 | 46 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 49 |
| 2000 | 49 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 3 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 3 |
| 2011 | 1 |
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2013 | 2 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2015 | 2 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 19 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
3 of 19 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing wiring and ignition.
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Vehicle had been parked for 12 hours. Consumer was awakened by horn sounding. Vehicle was in flames, fire marshall and insurance investigator stated fire was caused by electrical wiring. Vehicle was totalled.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-07-30
I don't know sometimes wrong with the electrical issue before I got to dive into it I had got some damages from death or vandalism
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-07-24
Also filed under Engine and lane departure
Trouble starting: turn key, vehicle turns over fine,than shuts off. Been to dealer six times they can not find any problems. At first they (Dealer) thought it was the key. Issued new key OEM.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-01-02
Service brakes
2 of 19 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Air bags
2 of 19 total reports mention: air bags.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2001 GMC Savana. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH, the air bags suddenly deployed and all of the warning lamps illuminated on the instrument panel.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-20
Structure
2 of 19 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments.
Power train
2 of 19 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing cooling unit and lines and automatic transmission.
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Fume inhalation from gear oil burning. Family became ill at time of incident. Gmcwants to repair the vehicle again and give me a 5 year warranty ... No life insurance mentioned.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-07-17
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2001 GMC Savana — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2001 GMC Savana 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 2001 GMC Savana?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2001 GMC Savana have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.