See attached document for complaint.
The worst 2007 GMC Savana problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes3
- Airbags1
- Electrical1
- Steering1
- Tires1
Problems by type
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- Brakes3
- Airbags1
- Electrical1
- Steering1
- Tires1
Recalls 3
Electrical system: wiring
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- An overheated electrical circuit increases the risk of a fire.
- 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.
Recall number 23V247000 · Recall details
Equipment adaptive/mobility
- What is wrong
- Main mobility is recalling 185 model year 2005 through 2009 chevrolet express and gmc savana vans manufactured between april 1, 2005 and june 25, 2009, equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
- Risk
- The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
- Remedy
- Main mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). Owners may contact ricon at 1‑818‑267‑3000 or main mobility at 1‑716‑759‑6811.
Recall number 09V270000 · Recall details
Equipment adaptive/mobility
- What is wrong
- Main mobility is recalling 185 model year 2005 through 2009 chevrolet express and gmc savana vans manufactured between april 1, 2005 and june 25, 2009, equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
- Risk
- The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
- Remedy
- Main mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1‑818‑267‑3000 or main mobility at 1‑716‑759‑6811.
Recall number 09V272000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2007 GMC Savana 926
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Unknown or other
- This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- Unknown or other
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.
- Unknown or other
- This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- Unknown or other
- Electrical system
- This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline...
- This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or...
2007 GMC Savana fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3L 8‑cyl | RWD | 12-14 | 16-19 | 14-16 |
| 4.3L 6‑cyl | RWD | 14 | 19 | 15 |
| 5.3L 8‑cyl | 4WD | 13 | 16-17 | 14-15 |
What 2007 GMC Savana owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The light is on ,airbag not working at the cluster
Tl* the contact owned a 2007 gmc savana. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the driver attempted to stop, but the brakes failed. As a result, the contact crashed into the preceding vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The air bags did not deploy. The driver sustained injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was totaled and was towed to a tow yard. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 116,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 gmc savana. The contact stated that the ABS system failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that a sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 92,414.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 gmc savanna. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to respond to deceleration attempts. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the brake booster and brake booster lines were defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The failure mileage was 36,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 gmc savana. The contact stated that she attempted to start the vehicle but the engine would not start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the ignition key warning switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact also stated that while driving 70 MPH, the contact lost control of the vehicle and it pulled to the right. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection and stated that the left inner and outer tie rod had fractured. The vehicle was repaired for that failure. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 12,812.
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Questions about the 2007 GMC Savana
Is the 2007 GMC Savana reliable?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2007 GMC Savana, 2.0 times a typical Savana model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 GMC Savana?
Brakes, with 3 complaints. Next is airbags (1).
How many recalls does the 2007 GMC Savana have?
3 recalls, covering electrical system and equipment adaptive/mobility.
What year does the GMC Savana have bad brakes?
The GMC Savana model years with the most brakes complaints are 2000 (21 complaints) and 1999 (13 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2007 GMC Savana get?
Official estimates for the 2007 GMC Savana range from 14 to 16 mpg combined. The most efficient version (5.3L 8-cyl, RWD) gets 12-14 city and 16-19 highway.
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