2016 GMC Savana Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2016 GMC Savana.

20152017
Complaints
12
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
7

Worst 2016 GMC Savana Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#13 complaints

Steering Defects

Crash-related:1
#22 complaints

Electronic Stability Control

#32 complaints

Brakes

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 GMC Savana.

Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2016 GMC Savana

7 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~396,435 vehicles.

23V247000Electrical System:wiring
~150,830 affected

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.

19V387000Side/Rear Glass
~1,159 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. One or both of the rear-quarter windows may be tempered glass instead of laminated glass. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

18V655000Electrical System
~30,448 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Chevrolet Express and GMC Sierra vehicles equipped with a single, manual, rear climate control module (CCM). If the temperature is set to maximum heat or the mode knob is set to maximum floor vent and an electrical short occurs, components within the CCM may overheat.

18V295000Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls
~207,483 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles equipped with power windows. Liquid may leak into the driver's power window switch and cause corrosion, resulting in high electrical resistance.

18V267000Other Equipment
~6,154 affected

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 or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

16V700000Visibility:rearview Mirrors/devices
~40 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Chevrolet Express manufactured September 25, 2015, to August 22, 2016, and 2016 GMC Savana cargo and cutaway vans manufactured January 28, 2016, to May 18, 2016. The affected vehicles were manufactured without an inside rearview mirror and with a right-hand convex exterior review mirror. These vehicles are required to have either an inside rearview mirror or both left and right-hand flat exterior rearview mirrors. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

16V184000Tires:pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
~321 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana incomplete vehicles equipped with a 159 inch wheel base manufactured August 2, 2013, to January 30, 2016. The affected vehicles were shipped to final stage manufacturers without a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

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2016 GMC Savana — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2016 GMC Savana reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2016 GMC Savana has 12 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 7 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 3 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2016 GMC Savana?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (3 complaints); Electronic Stability Control (2 complaints); Brakes (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 2016 GMC Savana?
NHTSA complaints for the 2016 GMC Savana include 3 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2016 GMC Savana have any recalls?
Yes — 7 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 396,435 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2016 GMC Savana?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full GMC Savana reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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