2002 GMC Savana
Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2002: 12 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 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
3 of 12 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments.
Engine
2 of 12 total reports mention: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 GMC Savana. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle failed to restart.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-12-26
We own several GMC Savana 3500 15 passenger vans. We seem to be having repeat issues with the exhaust manifold bolts braking and the manifolds cracking. Our 2002 has been in 2-3 times and our 2005 has is now in for it's second manifold and bolts.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-30
Service brakes
2 of 12 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Visibility
1 of 12 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing power window devices and controls.
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Consumer states while driving at 50 MPH that the rear side window broke out land on the outside of the vehicle. Please provide any additional information.…
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-10-23
Tires
1 of 12 total reports mentions: tires.
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While driving at 65 MPH driver heard a tire blowing out. Driver pulled off to side of road and stopped vehicle. Driver checked the tires, and noticed right rear tire blew out. Dealership was contacted.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-08-28
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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I
2004-04-30Engineering analysisClosed 2005-02-28 Hydraulic pump failres
Buy-smart checklist
2002 GMC Savana — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2002 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 2002 GMC Savana?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2002 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.