2006 GMC Savana 1500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 16, 2011 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Savana 1500 years
Not enough data 13th of 16 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2006 GMC Savana 1500. That ranks 13th out of 16 Savana 1500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 10,626 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2006 GMC Savana 1500 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Steering1 · ~10,626 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Steering1100%10,626——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2006 GMC Savana 1500 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2006 GMC Savana 1500.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Had problems with tie rods in gmc savana 2006 and they have been replaced for the third time. Someone should be checking into why these tie rods are breaking, cracking, loosening up causing vehicle to lose control and pull to one side of the road. This is also a custom handicapped van with a heavy…

Steering · received May 16, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10401157

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2006 GMC Savana 1500?

Owners most often report steering problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2006 GMC Savana 1500?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2006 GMC Savana 1500 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Savana 1500 model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.