2009 GMC Savana 2500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 3, 2020 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Savana 2500 years
Not enough data 3rd of 12 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 GMC Savana 2500. That ranks 3rd out of 12 Savana 2500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 60,000 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 2009 GMC Savana 2500 problems

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

Suspension1 · ~60,000 mi
Unknown or Other1 · ~14,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Suspension150%60,000——
Unknown or Other150%14,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2011, with 1 complaints
2011: 1201112020: 120201

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2009 GMC Savana 2500 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2009 GMC Savana 2500.

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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.

Front wheel bearing,in motion

Suspension · received Aug 3, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11343050

I own a savana 2500 conversion 155 wheelbase. I have a lot of problems with the brakes. During braking the steering wheel shakes in my hands. The car has run about 14.0000 miles. If i drive fast i always have this problem, even more in the hills. Please tell me what i can do about it. I checked the…

Unknown or Other · received Feb 18, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10383190

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2009 GMC Savana 2500?

Owners most often report suspension, unknown or other problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2009 GMC Savana 2500?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2009 GMC Savana 2500 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Savana 2500 model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.