The 2015 GMC Savana is associated with 2 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 4 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database. The most frequently reported component area is EQUIPMENT,VISIBILITY, accounting for 1 reports (50% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 8 certified vehicle configurations spanning 6l 8-cyl and 4.8l 8-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 12 to 13 MPG combined. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 2 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 4 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: EQUIPMENT,VISIBILITY (1 / 50%)
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: Not rated by NHTSA
- • EPA Efficiency: 12–13 MPG (8 variants)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger) | 6L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 11 MPG | 16 MPG | 13 MPG | — | $4,750 / yr |
| Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger) | 4.8L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 11 MPG | 17 MPG | 13 MPG | — | $4,750 / yr |
| Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger) | 4.8L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 11 MPG | 17 MPG | 13 MPG | — | $4,750 / yr |
| Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger) | 6L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 11 MPG | 16 MPG | 13 MPG | — | $4,750 / yr |
| Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger) | 6L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 11 MPG | 16 MPG | 13 MPG | — | $4,750 / yr |
| Savana 2500 2WD Conversion (cargo) | 6L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 10 MPG | 15 MPG | 12 MPG | — | $5,100 / yr |
| Savana 2500 2WD Conversion (cargo) | 6L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 10 MPG | 15 MPG | 12 MPG | — | $5,100 / yr |
| Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger) | 6L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 11 MPG | 16 MPG | 12 MPG | — | $5,100 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
NHTSA 5-Star NCAP laboratory crash evaluations are not currently on file for the 2015 GMC Savana.
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Not Specified and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Not Specified in official NHTSA records for tested 2015 GMC Savana models.
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Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
View all 2015 GMC Savana problems & component breakdown (2 categories) →
Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Summary: 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. When the HVAC blower motor circuit is left unused with exposed connectors and wiring, the circuit can corrode and overheat.
Free Manufacturer 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. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GMC's number for this recall is N222386050.
Affected Component: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Defect Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles equipped with power windows. Liquid may leak into the driver's power window switch and cause corrosion, resulting in high electrical resistance.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side window switch, free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18155.
Affected Component: EQUIPMENT
Defect Summary: 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 Plastic-Handle Fire Extinguishers or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Free Manufacturer 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. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. GM's number for this recall is 18146.
View all 2015 GMC Savana recalls & campaign history (4 campaigns) →