2011 GMC SAVANA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
5
Recalls
30
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2011 GMC SAVANA
The 2011 GMC SAVANA has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING, EQUIPMENT, FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER. 30 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Fuelpropulsion System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2011 GMC SAVANA
NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 2011 GMC SAVANA, potentially affecting up to 465,133 vehicles.
Recall 23V247000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
| 150,830 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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....
View full details →Recall 18V267000 — EQUIPMENT
| 6,154 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain Plastic-Handle Fire Extinguishers or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected...
Consequence: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Isuzu customer...
View full details →Recall 14V500000 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
| 3,345 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chevrolet Express compressed natural gas (CNG)vehicles manufactured September 10, 2010, to April 28, 2014, and GMC Savana CNG vehicles manufactured May 23, 2011, to April 21, 2014. The affected vehicles may leak natural gas from the CNG high pressure regulator.
Consequence: A natural gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire or explosion.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure regulator, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2013. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall...
View full details →Recall 14V117000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
| 303,013 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans manufactured January 27, 2009, through March 7, 2014 with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,000 pounds and less and equipped with front passenger air bags. In the affected vehicles, during a frontal impact below the air bag deployment threshold, if an unbelted front...
Consequence: In the event of a crash below the air bag deployment threshold, an unbelted front passenger seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will modify the passenger instrument panel free of charge. Notices to the owners of the heavy duty vans were mailed on April 28, 2014. The recall began on May 19, 2014. Chevrolet owners may...
View full details →Recall 13V225000 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
| 1,791 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) and IMPCO Automotive Division of IMPCO Technologies, Inc. (IMPCO) are recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana Cargo vans that have a compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system installed as original equipment by IMPCO. The fuel systems, manufactured February 14, 2011, through February 20, 2013, have a fuel shut-off solenoid connector to the...
Consequence: A short at the connector may cause overheating, resulting in an increased risk of fire.
Remedy: GM will notify owners and GM dealers/fleets will perform the remedy which will include replacing the solenoid assemblies and fuel pump fuses and adjusting the wiring routing. The recall began on August 5, 2013. GM's number for this recall is...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2011 GMC SAVANA
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2011 GMC SAVANA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
WHEN STARTING OUT IN MORNING THE MOTOR RUNS BUT DOESN'T SEEM TO HAVE ENOUGH FUEL PRESSURE TO RUN THE TRUCK BUT AFTER A FEW SECONDS IT SEEMS TO RECOVER AND TAKES OFF. DOESN'T SEEM SAFE WHEN PULLING ON TO STREET OR HIGHWAY. IT HAPPENS EVERY MORNING ON FIRST STARTUP.
Safety Rating for the 2011 GMC SAVANA
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2011 GMC SAVANA in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2011 GMC SAVANA
General Motors, LLC has issued 30 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2011 GMC SAVANA. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
PIT6448 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This preliminary information states to reuse a fastener during a front sensor replacement due to a supply issue.
PIP5151E — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a hard start, no start, rough running, or low fuel pressure. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0087, P0088, P0191 and P128E during the inspection. If during the inspection of the fuel system contamination is found...
15801 — ENGINE
CONDITION Certain 2010-2016 model year Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2011-2013 model year Chevrolet Silverado HD, 2015-2016 model year Chevrolet Silverado HD, 2011-2012 model year GMC Sierra HD, 2015 model year GMC Sierra HD vehicles equipped with Duramax diesel engine (RPO LGH or LML) and Ambulance Upfitter or Fire Truck Upfitter...
PIP5371A — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the multiple alternative gaseous fuel vehicles General Motors offers. Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans 2011 through 2016 offered a dedicated Compressed Natural Gas system. Refer to the latest version of PI0417 for more information. Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana...
PIP5152C — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the proper steps for filling the coolant system for vehicles with a diesel engine and rear heater systems. Dealer will need to review and use Service Information procedures for Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac-N-Fill Diesel) after all cooling system...
PIP5152B — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the proper steps for filling the coolant system for vehicles with a diesel engine and rear heater systems. Dealer will need to review and use Service Information procedures for Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac-N-Fill Diesel) after all cooling system...
PIP-5088-C — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
GMC/CHEVROLET: TO ASSIST ENGINEERING PRODUCT FEEDBACK, PARTS FOR DURAMAX DIESEL ENGINE, HAS BEEN PLACED ON RESTRICTIONS, BY PRODUCT QUALITY CENTER (PQC). MODEL 2010-16 DURAMAX. *PE
13386 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
GENERAL MOTORS: 2010-2011CHEVROLET EXPRESS, SAVANA: THE NITROGEN OXIDE SENSOR MAY FAIL ON CERTAIN EQUIPPED 6.6L DIESEL ENGINE DUE TO CONTAMINATION IN THE SENSOR AND WIRE INTERFACE. *LJ SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNERS LETTER *LJ
PIP5133C — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the 6.6L Duramax Diesel Engine Fuel Injection Pump Part numbers 12645102, 12658095 and 12661059 will be placed on a parts restriction through the General Motors Product Quality Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Product Quality Center for further assistance.
14-00-89-003A — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This information for Warranty administration - Changes the Service Policy and Procedures Section 1.6.2.11 and now is refered to Article 3.2.9 of the 1st addition manual for details of Technician Identification and Accounting of Labor Time
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2011 GMC SAVANA
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the GMC SAVANA
- 2006 GMC SAVANA — 8 complaints
- 2007 GMC SAVANA — 7 complaints
- 2008 GMC SAVANA — 4 complaints
- 2009 GMC SAVANA — 2 complaints
- 2010 GMC SAVANA — 3 complaints
- 2011 GMC SAVANA (current)
- 2012 GMC SAVANA — 4 complaints
- 2013 GMC SAVANA — 2 complaints
- 2014 GMC SAVANA — 1 complaint
- 2015 GMC SAVANA — 2 complaints
- 2016 GMC SAVANA — 12 complaints
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