2011 GMC Savana 1500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Savana 1500 years
- Not enough data 5th of 16 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 GMC Savana 1500. That ranks 5th out of 16 Savana 1500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 34,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 GMC Savana 1500 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 33% | 34,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 33% | 6,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 33% | 5,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 GMC Savana 1500 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet express and gmc savana vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." some of these vehicles may have been built with a clearance condition in which the right rear brake hose may contact the tire or wheel rim. If the brake hose repeatedly contacts the tire or wheel rim, a hole could be worn in the brake hose.
Risk: A damaged brake hose may reduce the effectiveness of the rear brakes and increase the distance required to stop the vehicle. An increased braking distance may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will secure the right rear brake hose to ensure sufficient clearance. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 13, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 or www.gmownercenter.com.
Suspension:rear:axle:spindle
Problem: General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche, colorado, express, silverado, suburban, tahoe; and gmc canyon, sierra, savana, yukon and yukon xl vehicles. The rear axle cross pins were not properly heat treated and could fracture and become displaced within the rear axle. Should the pin shift out of position, it could create an interference condition and cause the rear axle to lock.
Risk: The driver may not be able to maintain directional control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.
Fix: Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Broke down 5 or 6 times due to this brought it in for issues after one year. Just shut down due to stabilatrac error
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 gmc savana 1500. The contact received notification of nhtsa recall campaign number:14v117000 (air bags ) and stated that the authorized dealer installed the incorrect air bag components. The contact did not have any safety concerns with the air bag until the recall was…
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 gmc savana 1500. The contact stated that while reversing, the vehicle began to accelerate independently. The contact engaged the brake but the vehicle continued to attempt to accelerate. The contact then put both feet on the brake pedal but was unsuccessful in stopping…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 GMC Savana 1500?
Owners most often report air bags, electronic stability control (esc), vehicle speed control problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2011 GMC Savana 1500?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 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 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.