2003 GMC Savana 3500 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2003 GMC Savana 3500, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

0 / 2

Injuries / deaths

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Recalls may cover only some 2003 GMC Savana 3500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2003 GMC Savana 3500 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2
Electrical System	2
Suspension	1
Engine and Engine Cooling	1
Unknown or Other	1
Equipment	1

Most reported parts

Suspension › Front › Wheel Bearing — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
Electrical System › Horn — 1
Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 70,115 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2003 GMC Savana 3500 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · at 58,500 miles · reported Mar 21, 2009

Van was being driven early morning for about 30 minutes. No rain, 45 degree outside temp., headlights on. Driver first noticed dash lights flicker & alternator gauge showing a discharge, then these issues returned to normal. The van continued being driven for 15 minutes to destination w/o further issues. Upon departing van, driver noticed unusual smell and was told by another person that smoke and fire were coming from underneath the van at about midpoint. Upon inspection the driver saw flames emanating from said point underneath the van and liquids on the ground. Emergency call to the fire…

Electrical System · at 89,000 miles · reported Jun 11, 2008

The contact owns a 2003 gmc savana 3500. The contact noticed that the horn in the vehicle sounded automatically while parked. In an attempt to stop the noise, someone pressed the horn to counteract the failure. Almost immediately, smoke began pouring from the hood and the police department was called. The vehicle went up in flames within a matter of minutes. The fire department arrived and extinguished the fire. At the time of the complaint, the contact's insurance company was assessing the damage to determine if the vehicle was destroyed. The entire front end was burned. The current and…

Suspension · at 70,115 miles · reported Dec 6, 2006

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 MPH under normal road conditions, the front wheel bearings froze up, and the tires did not turn. There were no warnings prior to the incident. The vehicle was taken to the service dealer, who replaced the front wheel bearings and the brake rotors. Updated 02/12/07.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 GMC Savana 3500 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2003 GMC Savana 3500 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 GMC Savana 3500?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (2 reports), followed by electrical system (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 70,115 miles.

Are GMC recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized GMC dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.