Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2015 GMC Savana peaked in 2018, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2015 GMC Savana
Van, gasoline, RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Aug 13, 2018 to Aug 18, 2025.
Recall campaigns covering this model year4365k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints2Below the median 2015 van
Severity index50.02015 vans average 4.1
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
50% of complaints about the 2015 GMC Savana name airbags
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
4 recall campaigns cover the 2015 GMC Savana
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V-247 | Apr 6, 2023 | When the HVAC blower motor circuit is left unused with exposed connectors and wiring, the circuit can corrode and overheat | Electrical system | 150,830 | Repair or modification |
| 18V-295 | May 3, 2018 | Liquid may leak into the driver's power window switch and cause corrosion, resulting in high electrical resistance | Visibility and wipers | 207,483 | Part replacement |
| 18V-267 | Apr 26, 2018 | These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the… | Equipment | 6,154 | Part replacement |
| 16V-184 | Apr 1, 2016 | Affected vehicles were shipped to final stage manufacturers without a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) | Tires | 321 | Software update |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2015 GMC Savana
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
2 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Aug 18, 2025Failure Jun 23, 2025Kearny, NJAir bags
While vehicle was parked, both air bags deployed!!
NHTSA complaint 11681380 - Filed Aug 13, 2018Failure May 3, 2018Canton, OHPower window devices and controlsFire
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 GMC SAVANA. WITHIN A WEEK OF OWNING THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS AN INTERNAL ODOR OF BURNING WIRES. THE DEALER (CHUCK NICHOLSON GMC, 135 W BROADWAY ST, DOVER, OH 44622, (330) 735-6049) WAS NOTIFIED SEVERAL TIMES, BUT WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE AND DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT LATER RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V295000 (VISIBILITY). THE DEALER INDICATED THAT THE CONTACT WOULD NEED TO WAIT TO DETERMINE WHEN THE MANUFACTURER WOULD PROVIDE THE REPAIR PART BECAUSE IT WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ALSO CONTACTED AND WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE A REASONABLE TIME FRAME OF WHEN THE PART WAS TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
NHTSA complaint 11119630
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
1,560 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.
- PIT5698F Sep 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it. - PIP4902W Sep 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. - PIT5099J Jul 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
PI to help diagnose A/C concern - PIT3271Q Apr 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available. - PIP6104 Mar 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect. - PIP4902V Mar 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. - PIT6400A Jan 16, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This PI Communications information on an alternative product dealers can use to perform 19-NA-255: Wax Coating on Frame Peeling, Metal Shows Corrosion/Rusting due to issue with getting product from current supplier listed in the bulletin. - PIP4902U Jan 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. - 25-NA-156 Jun 7, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on Tire Sidewall Irregularities. - 00-06-01-026R Jun 5, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage. - PIT5214G Nov 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of Genera… - PIT6448 Nov 4, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information states to reuse a fastener during a front sensor replacement due to a supply issue. - PIT6448 Oct 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information states to reuse a fastener during a front sensor replacement due to a supply issue. - 23-NA-153 May 15, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay. - 13598 Sep 9, 2025 · Other
New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH - PIP4902T Aug 14, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. - PIC5650M Aug 7, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B306… - 15-NA-010 May 7, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel for new vehicles with less than 1,000 miles that may not pass California smog inspection or smog inspection in other states. - PIT6400 Jun 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This PI Communications information on an alternative product dealers can use to perform 19-NA-255: Wax Coating on Frame Peeling, Metal Shows Corrosion/Rusting due to issue with getting product from current supplier listed in the bulletin. - PIP4902S Jun 9, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. - PI0281L Apr 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. - PIT5074R May 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. - PIT5074R May 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. - PIT5074R May 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. - 07-00-89-037W Apr 8, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs. - 25-NA-087 Apr 3, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on the proper Reflective High Temperature Heat and/or Insulating Tape to use for certain repairs, such as Wiring Harness Repairs. - 25-NA-052 Mar 25, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to oil in system. - 13-08-116-001K Mar 31, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them. - 24-NA-098 Mar 21, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information. - 25-NA-065 Mar 21, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis. - 15-06-03-001F Mar 12, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information to diagnose batteries that have set for a long period of time and/or cold weather climates and testing those batteries. - 08-03-10-006I Mar 14, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides a procedure on how to clean and resurface aluminum wheel bead seats for vehicles that have the condition of Tire Slowly Goes Flat, Tire Air Loss, Low Tire Pressure Warning Light Illuminated, Aluminum Wheel Bead Seat Corrosion. - 19-NA-255 Mar 11, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides frame coating repair information to correct a customer concern of wax coating on frame peeling, metal shows corrosion/rusting (U.S. and Canada Only). - 25-NA-052 Mar 4, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to oil in system. - 17-NA-073 Mar 5, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy. - 05-03-07-009L Feb 25, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on Wheel Alignment Specifications, Requirements and Recommendations for GM Vehicles. - 11-00-89-005Y Feb 22, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only). - 05-08-51-001L Feb 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This informational bulletin provides a procedure on how to remove the paint stain that may present itself under the shipping film. - 16-NA-109 Feb 18, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on the gear. - 07-00-89-037V Feb 13, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs. - PIP5358D Feb 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessm… - 22-NA-074 Jan 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system. - 21-NA-043 Jan 31, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer. - 10-08-110-001L Jan 31, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats. - 01-08-42-001Q Jan 27, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leak Information and Replacement Guidelines. - 09-06-04-026Z Jan 9, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2. - 07-00-89-037U Jan 4, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs. - 20-NA-132 Jan 7, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements. - 03-06-01-023I Dec 18, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil. - 18-NA-263 Dec 14, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for variable diagnostic time allowances on select labor operations (U.S. Only). - 08-07-30-035I Nov 27, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of ethylene glycol in transmission fluid. - 19-NA-219 Nov 22, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue. - PIT5962B Dec 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses. - PIT5074Q Dec 7, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking tension or probin… - 21-NA-043 Nov 5, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer. - PIP6015 Oct 16, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer a process for accessing the procedure to add attachments to a GM technical assistance case using the dealer case management tool. - PIP5621E Oct 4, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician that TAC recommends the utilization of the GDS2 software to aid in diagnosing automatic transmission concerns. TAC is requesting the GDS2 session logs be sent in before the dealer contacts … - 04-06-01-029K Oct 28, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules. - PIT6261 Dec 4, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates to dealers GM is working on a solution for outdated Apps - 24-NA-040 Oct 11, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on All hazmat parts being returned to the Warranty Parts Center (WPC) must be shipped using Central Transport. Hazardous materials should never be sent by air transportation to the WPC.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.