1999 GMC Savana problems

Filed Feb 13, 2014 · Electrical · 130,000 miles · OK

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 gmc savanna. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, he heard an abnormal noise. The contact inspected the vehicle and fund that the starter bolt had failed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Aug 19, 2006 · Steering · 66,000 miles · IL

The power brake/steering pump shaft broke, rendering the power brake and steering inoperable. The problem occurred while traveling downhill and presented a safety problem. The vehicle only had 70,000 miles at the time. I was and remain concerned that the part defect was not identified earlier and presented a potential safety hazard. The part has been replaced, but I want to know if the replacement part is safe and how gmc will reimburse me for all of the costs I incurred to correct the problem. It was very distressing to lose all power steering and braking while the vehicle was in motion. Had I been traveling faster, injuries most assuredly would have occurred. I have seen elsewhere on the internet that a 2000 gmc savana van recall was issued for the same defective part.

Filed Apr 4, 2005 · Steering · 60,000 miles · FL

Steering failed completely. Dealer stated the conversion company made the vehicle too heavy.

Filed Jan 13, 2005 · Steering · 53,321 miles · NY

While driving 5 MPH suddenly, the driver was not able to steer to the right. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the shop for inspection. The mechanic determined that the power steering pump needed to be replaced. Please provide further details. *nm......it happened after making a sharp turn to the left. Consumer could not steer the van left right.the mechanic indicated that the shaft from the power steering pump wa ssheared in half.

Filed Dec 7, 2004 · Body · IL

Defective hinges on side cargo doors. Side doors not frequently used. Repeatedly greased/oiled to reduce tension and force necessary to operate doors. Doors now inoperable. Hinges cracked & rusted out completely after only 3 1/2 years of owning vehicle. Passengers would be trapped inside if using center seats. Hinges are useless. Per gmc, my problem; take ownership of the vehicle & it's issues after warranty expired.

Filed May 3, 2004 · Body · 115,000 miles · MO

Hinges on 60/40 cargo doors are very stiff. Doors have been difficult to open and close for quite some time. Recently, lower hinge on 40 door has broken. Replacement of all hinges on these doors is approximately $1100. Have not yet contacted dealer about problem (had similar problems with hinges on 95 vandura).

Filed Apr 30, 2004 · Seat belts · TX

The rear passenger's seat belt buckle will not release. The dealer indicated that the vehicle is no longer under warranty.

Filed Apr 20, 2004 · Airbags · 99,500 miles · NY

Passenger side air bag deployed while the van was parked. The air bag warning light came on and stayed on 2 days prior to the incident. *ak

Filed Jan 28, 2004 · Seats · FL

Passenger seat has tipped back; three times. Each time the dealership replaced the hinge pin and put a small sprocket to lock in place. This doesn't seem to fix the problem. The only reason someone hasn't been hurt is the discovery of the missing pins when a passenger is loading into the back.

Filed Jan 7, 2004 · Transmission · OK

While shifting gears transmission would down shift on its own. Vehicle was towed to the dealer for analysis, and mechanic replaced transmission.