Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2021 GMC Savana peaked in 2024, with 2 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 yearPark outside
2021 GMC Savana
Other, gasoline, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Mar 11, 2024 to Jul 1, 2024.
Recall campaigns covering this model year3195k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints2Close to the median 2021 other
Severity index0.02021 others average 7.1
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2021 GMC Savana name steering
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
3 recall campaigns cover the 2021 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 |
| 21V-189 | Mar 18, 2021 | Positive battery cable terminals may contact a fuse block assembly attachment post and cause an electrical short circuitPark outside | Electrical system | 10,154 | Part replacement |
| 21V-115 | Feb 25, 2021 | Affected tires were cured for too long during production | Tires | 33,838 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2021 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 Jul 1, 2024Failure Jun 20, 2024Newtown, PASteering
Power steering lines leaking and hydroboost. Third vehicle in fleet with 64000 miles and same issue.
NHTSA complaint 11597895 - Filed Mar 11, 2024Failure Mar 11, 202454,000 milesNewtown, PAEngine, Steering
The contact owns a 2021 GMC Savana. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the steering wheel was stiff. The power steering fluid was leaking. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the PCM, power steering, and sensors had to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000.
NHTSA complaint 11576635
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
1 NHTSA investigation on file
- PE23016 Preliminary evaluation, Powertrain
6L90 Transmission Failure
Opened Sep 27, 2023, closed Jan 10, 2025
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
649 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. - PIC6551C Aug 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues - PIT5099J Jul 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
PI to help diagnose A/C concern - PIT5966F Jun 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still displayed after an OTA event and how to reset/clear the message. - PIC6423A May 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Pi created to provide GM dealers with information on gathering information for projection issue - PIC6551B May 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues - 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. - PIT6425D Mar 2, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC'ss - N252516900-01 Feb 19, 2026 · Emissions
Emission Recall. General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall. Certain vehicles listed above may have a condition which can cause the fuel pump power control module to fail. If this were to occur, fuel flow to the engine could be int… - N252516900 Feb 5, 2026 · Emissions
Emission Recall. Additional VINs moved to Open status. - N252516900 Jan 29, 2026 · Emissions
Emission Recall. Additional VINs Moved to ‘Open’ Status - PIP6098 Jan 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This PI advised dealer technicians of possible causes of diesel fuel contamination in gasoline powered vehicles and advises of warranty direction. - 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. - PIT6425C Jan 16, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's - PIP5700G Jan 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering - N252516900 Jan 15, 2026 · Emissions
Emission Recall. Fuel Pump Power Control Module. Additional VINs Moved to ‘Open’ Status - PIP4902U Jan 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. - N252516900 Dec 17, 2025 · Emissions
Emission Recall. Additional VINs moved to Open status. - 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… - PIP5700F Oct 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering - 23-NA-170 May 16, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin advises the tech to inspect deeper into what may be to main cause of an engine failure. - 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. - PIT6425B Oct 18, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's - PIC6551A Oct 16, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues - PIT6425A Oct 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's - PIP6088 Oct 8, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This PI Addresses a possible solenoid wiring fault and how to inspect the build date to identify - PIT6440 Oct 4, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The Driver Information Center may display a message of Transport Mode On after the ignition is cycled. - 22-NA-080 Sep 6, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the camshaft actuator magnet to correct customer concerns of engine related shudder. - N252516900 Oct 9, 2025 · Emissions
Emission Recall. Population Expansion. - N252516900 Oct 3, 2025 · Emissions
Emission Recall. Fuel Pump Power Control Module. - N252516900 Sep 11, 2025 · Emissions
Emission Recall. General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall. Certain vehicles listed above may have a condition which can cause the fuel pump power control module to fail. If this were to occur, fuel flow to the engine could be int… - 13598 Sep 9, 2025 · Other
New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH - 25-NA-118 May 8, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for the technicians to use a Customer Concern Verification sheet to facilitate the questions needing to be answered by the customer regarding Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) issues. - 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… - PIP5601C Jul 18, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC. - PIP5601B Jul 18, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC. - 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. - PIT6180A Jun 10, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates assistance in locating the Rear seat belt comfort guides in the parts catalog. - PIP4902S Jun 9, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. - N252494770-01 Jun 20, 2025 · Service Campaign
Amendments to the Song-Beverly Act (SBA) California warranty law provides vehicle owners with an opportunity to submit a written notice to GM before filing a lawsuit seeking a vehicle repurchase. If such a notice is not provided to GM, then the vehicle owne… - N252494770 Jun 17, 2025 · Service Campaign
Amendments to the Song-Beverly Act (SBA) California warranty law provides vehicle owners with an opportunity to submit a written notice to GM before filing a lawsuit seeking a vehicle repurchase. If such a notice is not provided to GM, then the vehicle owne… - 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. - 25-NA-100 Apr 18, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on vehicles outside of a California Emissions State who move to and register their vehicle in a California Emission State may be entitled to the 7 year, 70,000-mile Emission Select State Comp… - 24-NA-139 Apr 12, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides a procedure to replace the FPDCM if found to cause customers concerns of Crank No Start, Stalling, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated – DTC P023F or P129F Set. - 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. - 24-NA-229 Apr 10, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides a procedure on how to check for a battery drain utilizing the Picoscope and how to measure the load on the system that may be causing a drain. - PIT5966E May 22, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still displayed after an OTA event and how to reset/clear the message. - 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. - PIT6110F Apr 18, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the SES MIL and DTC P062B /P060C and engineering is currently investigating. - 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.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.