2009 GMC Savana

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2009 GMC Savana
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:16:50.737Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, GMC Savana Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2009 highlighted. 1994: 1 complaints 1994 1995: 2 complaints 1996: 35 complaints 1997: 46 complaints 1998: 33 complaints 1998 1999: 49 complaints 2000: 49 complaints 2001: 19 complaints 2002: 12 complaints 2002 2003: 22 complaints 2004: 12 complaints 2005: 12 complaints 2006: 7 complaints 2006 2007: 6 complaints 2008: 3 complaints 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2010: 3 complaints 2010 2011: 1 complaints 2012: 3 complaints 2013: 2 complaints 2014: 1 complaints 2014 2015: 2 complaints 2016: 6 complaints 2017: 6 complaints 2018: 3 complaints 2018 2019: 5 complaints 2020: 0 complaints 2021: 2 complaints 2022: 2 complaints 2022 2023: 0 complaints 2025: 0 complaints 2026: 0 complaints 2026
2009: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19941
19952
199635
199746
199833
199949
200049
200119
200212
200322
200412
200512
20067
20076
20083
20092
20103
20111
20123
20132
20141
20152
20166
20176
20183
20195
20200
20212
20222
20230
20250
20260

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

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THERE IS A STRONG FUEL SMELL IN THE PASSENGER CABIN. I HAVE TAKEN IT BACK TO THE DEALER, AND THE FUEL LINES HAVE BEEN REPLACED, BUT THE FUEL SMELL CONTINUES. IT HAPPENS ON START, WHEN STOPPING AFTER DRIVING, WHEN IDLING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191208

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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KEY COMES OUT OF IGNITION WHILE RUNNING AND IS HARD TO TURN ON AFTER TURNING IT OFF. HAVE TO WIGGLE THE KEY. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20140401

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20090625 — equipment adaptive/mobility

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 LI

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.

Campaign 09V270000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20090625 — equipment adaptive/mobility

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 LI

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.

Campaign 09V272000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20100312 — visibility

GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND GMC SAVANA VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 103, "WINDSHIELD WIPING AND WASH

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL HVAC CONTROL KNOBS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 11, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 AND GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 OR AT THE OWNER CENTER

Campaign 10V096000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20100527 — equipment adaptive/mobility

MAIN MOBILITY IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 AND 2009 CONVERSION VANS BUILT ON CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND GMC SAVANA CHASSIS FROM OCTOBER 2007 THROUGH MAY 2010 AND FITTED WITH CERTAIN RICON S SERIES

Remedy: MAIN MOBILITY WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED RICON DEALERS FREE OF CHARGE. A SOFTWARE SOLUTION FOR THIS SAFETY DEFECT IS UNDER INVESTIGATION. UNTIL THE SOFTWARE S

Campaign 10V205000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20120418 — equipment adaptive/mobility

MAIN MOBILITY IS RECALLING CERTAIN CONVERSION VANS BUILT ON MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 CHEVROLET EXPRESS, 2009 GMC SAVANA, AND 2010 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT CHASSIS, AND FITTED WITH CERTAIN BRAUN WHEELCHAIR LIF

Remedy: MAIN MOBILITY IS WORKING WITH BRAUN TO NOTIFY OWNERS, AND BRAUN DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES, FREE OF CHARGE. MAIN MOBILITY HAS NOT PROVIDED A NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAIN MOBIL

Campaign 12V169000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20140519 — air bags

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans manufactured January 27, 2009, through March 7, 2014 with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,000 pounds and less and equipped with front...

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will modify the passenger instrument panel free of charge. Notices to the owners of the heavy duty vans were mailed on April 28, 2014. The recall began on May 19, 2014. Chevrolet owners may call 1-800-630-2438.

Campaign 14V117000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20180611 — equipment

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain...

Remedy: GM will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2018.

Campaign 18V267000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20230502 — electrical system

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.

Campaign 23V247000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2009 GMC Savana — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 09V270000 (equipment adaptive/mobility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 09V272000 (equipment adaptive/mobility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V096000 (visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V205000 (equipment adaptive/mobility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 12V169000 (equipment adaptive/mobility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 14V117000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 18V267000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 23V247000 (electrical system) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2009 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 2009 GMC Savana?

The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2009 GMC Savana have?

8 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.