Broke down 5 or 6 times due to this brought it in for issues after one year. Just shut down due to stabilatrac error
The worst 2011 GMC Savana 1500 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Acceleration1
- Airbags1
- Driver assistance1
Problems by type
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- Acceleration1
- Airbags1
- Driver assistance1
Recalls 2
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet express and gmc savana vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." some of these vehicles may have been built with a clearance condition in which the right rear brake hose may contact the tire or wheel rim. If the brake hose repeatedly contacts the tire or wheel rim, a hole could be worn in the brake hose.
- Risk
- A damaged brake hose may reduce the effectiveness of the rear brakes and increase the distance required to stop the vehicle. An increased braking distance may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will secure the right rear brake hose to ensure sufficient clearance. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 13, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463 or www.gmownercenter.com.
Recall number 11V275000 · Recall details
Suspension: rear: axle: spindle
- What is wrong
- General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche, colorado, express, silverado, suburban, tahoe; and gmc canyon, sierra, savana, yukon and yukon xl vehicles. The rear axle cross pins were not properly heat treated and could fracture and become displaced within the rear axle. Should the pin shift out of position, it could create an interference condition and cause the rear axle to lock.
- Risk
- The driver may not be able to maintain directional control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1‑866‑982‑2339, chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Recall number 11V007000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2011 GMC Savana 1500 346
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
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- New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH
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- This service bulletin provides information on Tire Sidewall Irregularities.
- This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced...
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What 2011 GMC Savana 1500 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 gmc savana 1500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency recall campaign number:14v117000 (air bags ) and stated that the authorized dealer installed the incorrect air bag components. The contact did not have any safety concerns with the air bag until the recall was performed. The sensor illuminated for the air bag intermittently after the vehicle was repaired by an authorized dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 34,000. Updated 10/10/14
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 gmc savana 1500. The contact stated that while reversing, the vehicle began to accelerate independently. The contact engaged the brake but the vehicle continued to attempt to accelerate. The contact then put both feet on the brake pedal but was unsuccessful in stopping the vehicle, as she crashed into a wall at 14 MPH. The vehicle was towed to a dealer for a diagnosis but the dealer offered no assistance. The manufacturer was notified and also offered no assistance. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 5,000.
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Questions about the 2011 GMC Savana 1500
Is the 2011 GMC Savana 1500 reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2011 GMC Savana 1500, close to a typical Savana 1500 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 GMC Savana 1500?
Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint. Next is airbags (1).
How many recalls does the 2011 GMC Savana 1500 have?
2 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic and suspension.
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