2006 GMC Savana
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 7
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2006
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2006: 7 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 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
2 of 7 total reports mention: engine.
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Took my vehicle to the mechanic because it was making a noise,he looked at it and found 5 exhaust manifold bolts broken,checked the internet to find thousands of vehicles with GM V8 motors have this problem.this is an expensive repair being passed...
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-03-23
Tires
1 of 7 total reports mentions: tires.
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GMC Savana 2006 with only 9,300 miles on it. Had dealer in fl check veh before we left on vac to nj. On way to nj we kept hearing things hitting under the carriage noises.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-05-15
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Structure
1 of 7 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments.
Steering
1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2006 GMC savanna. The contact stated that the vehicle would sporadically fail to start and there was an increase in stopping distance when braking.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-23
Service brakes
1 of 7 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Safety timeline
7 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2005-10-14Steering05V455000 Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with a power steering hose that is not to specification. Under extreme steering maneuvers, such as turning the steering wheel fully to the left or…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the power steering hose(S) for two suspect date codes and replace them if required. The recall will begin on October 14, 2005. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438…
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2006-03-15Seat belts05V558000 On certain full-size passenger, cargo, or cutaway vans, the front and rear seat belt buckles will not latch or will not unlatch.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the buckles and, if found to be inoperative, the entire buckle assembly would be replaced. For buckles found to be operative, dealer will replace only the upper buckle cover.…
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2006-03-31Equipment05V552000 Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire selection and rims." These vehicles were shipped with tire and…
Remedy: Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on March 31, 2006. Owners may…
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2008-04-30Seat belts08V238000 GM is recalling 4,003 my 2006 Chevrolet express and GMC Savana full-size passenger, cargo, or cutaway vans. The front and rear seat belt buckles will not latch or will not unlatch.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the buckles and, if found to be inoperative, the entire buckle assembly would be replaced. For buckles found to be operative, dealer will replace only the upper buckle cover.…
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2009-06-25Equipment adaptive/mobility09V270000 Main mobility is recalling 185 model year 2005 through 2009 Chevrolet express and GMC Savana vans manufactured between April 1, 2005 and June 25, 2009, equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair…
Remedy: Main mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07E095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or main mobility at 1-716-759-6811.
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2009-06-25Equipment adaptive/mobility09V272000 Main mobility is recalling 185 model year 2005 through 2009 Chevrolet express and GMC Savana vans manufactured between April 1, 2005 and June 25, 2009, equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair…
Remedy: Main mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07E097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or main mobility at 1-716-759-6811.
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2023-05-02Electrical system23V247000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2003-2023 Chevrolet Express Cutaway and GMC Savana Cutaway incomplete vehicles equipped with wiring for an optional rear heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system.
Remedy: Dealers will properly seal the rear HVAC blower motor circuits at the left side B-pillar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2023.
Buy-smart checklist
2006 GMC Savana — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 05V455000 · Steering
- Recall 05V558000 · Seat belts
- Recall 05V552000 · Equipment
- Recall 08V238000 · Seat belts
- Recall 09V270000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
- Recall 09V272000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
- Recall 23V247000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2006 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 2006 GMC Savana?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 GMC Savana have?
- 7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.