NHTSA vehicle safety data
2021 GMC Savana Recalls & Complaints
The 2021 GMC Savana has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized GMC dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2021 GMC Savana. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2021 GMC Savana owner complaints
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 GMC Savana, describing incidents dated March 11, 2024 to June 20, 2024.
Most-cited components
- Steering 2 complaints
- Engine 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11597895 · Filed
Power steering lines leaking and hydroboost. Third vehicle in fleet with 64000 miles and same issue.
ODI #11576635 · Filed
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…
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2021 GMC Savana in 1 investigation. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.
- Preliminary Evaluation PE23-016: 6L90 Transmission Failure
Closed January 10, 2025
Rear HVAC Electrical Circuit May Overheat
NHTSA #23V247000 · Electrical System — Wiring · NHTSA notice
Reported April 6, 2023 · General Motors, LLC
Potentially affected: 150,830 vehicles
Repair completion: 57.88% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign N222386050 · Owners notified May 2, 2023
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
An overheated electrical circuit increases the risk of a fire.
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Positive Battery Cable Terminal May Short
NHTSA #21V189000 · Electrical System — 12V/24V/48V Battery — Cables · NHTSA notice
Reported March 18, 2021 · General Motors, LLC
Potentially affected: 10,154 vehicles
Repair completion: 91.61% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign N202325160 · Owners notified April 16, 2021
Defect description
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles equipped with 6.6L gasoline engines. The positive battery cable terminals may contact a fuse block assembly attachment post and cause an electrical short circuit.
Safety consequence
A short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the repair is complete. GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove a portion of the anti-rotation tab on both positive battery cable terminals near the fuse block assembly attachments, free of charge. If too much of the tab had been removed during prior servicing, the battery cable will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N202325160.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Tire Failure may Cause Sudden Air Loss
NHTSA #21V115000 · Tires · NHTSA notice
Reported February 25, 2021 · General Motors, LLC
Potentially affected: 33,838 vehicles
Repair completion: 81.78% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign N212329050 · Owners notified March 22, 2021
Defect description
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Safety consequence
Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other GMC Savana model years
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