2007 GMC Savana recalls and problems

3 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2007 GMC Savana.

3
recalls
6
owner complaints
2
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2007 GMC Savana recalls

Electrical system: wiring

NHTSA campaign 23V247000 · reported April 6, 2023 · General Motors, LLC · 150,830 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
An overheated electrical circuit increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will properly seal the rear HVAC blower motor circuits at the left side B-pillar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GMC's number for this recall is N222386050.

Equipment adaptive/mobility

NHTSA campaign 09V270000 · reported July 6, 2009 · MAIN MOBILITY, INC. · 185 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Main mobility is recalling 185 model year 2005 through 2009 chevrolet express and gmc savana vans manufactured between april 1, 2005 and june 25, 2009, equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
The risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
The fix
Main mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or main mobility at 1-716-759-6811.

Equipment adaptive/mobility

NHTSA campaign 09V272000 · reported July 6, 2009 · MAIN MOBILITY, INC. · 185 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Main mobility is recalling 185 model year 2005 through 2009 chevrolet express and gmc savana vans manufactured between april 1, 2005 and june 25, 2009, equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
The risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
The fix
Main mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or main mobility at 1-716-759-6811.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Feb 27, 2025 · Tires · crash reported

See attached document for complaint.

Nov 12, 2020 · Air bags

THE LIGHT IS ON ,AIRBAG NOT WORKING AT THE CLUSTER

Oct 27, 2017 · Service brakes · 116,000 miles · crash reported

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 GMC SAVANA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE DRIVER ATTEMPTED TO STOP, BUT THE BRAKES FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL…

Sep 10, 2014 · Service brakes · 92,414 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 GMC SAVANA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS SYSTEM FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT A SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 92,414.

May 13, 2014 · Service brakes · 36,000 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 GMC SAVANNA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND TO DECELERATION ATTEMPTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE BRAKE BOOSTER AND BRAKE BOOSTER LINES WERE DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF…

Savana model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2004 71221
2005 51310
2006 7700
2007 3620
2008 7300
2009 8200
2010 4300

Across all years, the 2000 Savana has the most complaints (49). All GMC Savana years →

Questions

Does the 2007 GMC Savana have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2007 GMC Savana, the most recent reported on April 6, 2023 (Electrical system: wiring). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 GMC Savana?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (3 complaints), followed by air bags (1).
How many 2007 GMC Savana complaints mention a crash or fire?
2 of 6 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received February 27, 2025.