1997 Van Con GMC Savana Problems: 0 Complaints, 2 Recalls

The worst 1997 Van Con GMC Savana problems

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Structure: body: door: hinge and attachmentsReported November 15, 1999 · 865 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: conversion type-a school buses equipped with plunger/socket positive door openers on single rear emergency doors. These buses do not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 217, "bus window retention and release."
Risk: In the event of an emergency, small children may have difficulty in opening the door, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy: Dealers will remove the plunger/socket type door opener and replace it with a telescopic prop door opener.

Recall number 99V321000 · Recall details

Structure: body: doorReported August 18, 1999 · 850 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: conversion school buses equipped with a single rear emergency door. The last seat is too close to the emergency rear door restricting the passage. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 217, "bus window retention and release."
Risk: In the event of an emergency, an occupant may not be able to properly exit the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will reposition the seats forward; replace rear-most seat back cushion with a thin back; or remove 30" wide rear-most seat and replace with a 16" wide seat.

Recall number 99V229000 · Recall details

Is the 1997 Van Con GMC Savana reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1997 Van Con GMC Savana.

What is the most common problem with the 1997 Van Con GMC Savana?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 1997 Van Con GMC Savana have?

2 recalls, covering structure.

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