2016 GMC Savana

The Savana shares the same TCM software defect as the Express. Vans with the 4.3L V6/8-speed or 2.8L turbodiesel/8-speed combinations have software that can cause harsh shifting, sudden deceleration, and unintended vehicle direction changes from a stop. A total of 23,102 Savana units are affected.

GM recall for TCM software reprogramming. Dealers update the transmission control module with corrected software at no cost to the owner.

Like the Express, the Savana can experience brief rear wheel lockup or sudden direction change at low speed due to transmission control valve wear. This poses a risk to both the driver and nearby pedestrians or vehicles, especially in parking lots and loading areas where these vans are frequently operated.

GM safety recall for updated TCM software that monitors valve wear and prevents lockup conditions. If internal transmission damage is detected, the valve body is replaced under a special coverage program.

Savana vans with the 6.6L gas V8 share the wiring harness short circuit risk with the Express. A short circuit can cause low battery voltage warnings, battery failure, or engine compartment fire. Commercial fleet operators should be particularly vigilant as these vans often carry cargo and passengers.

GM recall for wiring harness inspection and repair. Dealers install protective conduit over the vulnerable section of the engine wiring harness. The repair is performed free of charge.

The Savana's heavy-duty usage leads to accelerated brake wear, especially on vans configured for passenger or heavy cargo use. Front brake rotors are prone to warping, causing pulsation during braking. Rear drum brake hardware can seize, leading to uneven brake application and increased stopping distances.

Replace front brake pads and rotors. Recondition or replace rear brake drums and hardware kit. Inspect wheel cylinders for leaks. For vans used in heavy-duty applications, consider upgrading to premium brake components rated for higher temperatures.

The heating and air conditioning system can develop problems including weak airflow, no heat from the vents, and coolant leaks from the heater core. Heater core failure causes coolant to leak into the cabin, producing a sweet smell and fogging the windshield. The heater core on the Savana is particularly labor-intensive to replace.

Inspect the heater core for leaks and replace if necessary. The labor-intensive replacement requires significant dashboard disassembly. Replace the blower motor if airflow is weak. Check the coolant level and thermostat operation for no-heat conditions.

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.

An overheated electrical circuit increases the risk of a fire.

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.

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. One or both of the rear-quarter windows may be tempered glass instead of laminated glass. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

Tempered glass increases the risk of injury in the event of a side impact or rollover crash.

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tempered glass windows with laminated glass windows, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733. GM's number for this recall is N192218960.

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Chevrolet Express and GMC Sierra vehicles equipped with a single, manual, rear climate control module (CCM). If the temperature is set to maximum heat or the mode knob is set to maximum floor vent and an electrical short occurs, components within the CCM may overheat.

If the CCM overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire in the vehicle's headliner.

GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the electrical insulation from a wiring connector within the CCM to remove the fire risk, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18299.

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles equipped with power windows. Liquid may leak into the driver's power window switch and cause corrosion, resulting in high electrical resistance.

High electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side window switch, free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18155.

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain Plastic-Handle Fire Extinguishers or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

GM will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. GM's number for this recall is 18146.

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Chevrolet Express manufactured September 25, 2015, to August 22, 2016, and 2016 GMC Savana cargo and cutaway vans manufactured January 28, 2016, to May 18, 2016. The affected vehicles were manufactured without an inside rearview mirror and with a right-hand convex exterior review mirror. These vehicles are required to have either an inside rearview mirror or both left and right-hand flat exterior rearview mirrors. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

If the driver does not have a clear unobstructed view to the back of the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.

GM will notify owners, and dealers will instal a right-hand flat rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 16036.

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana incomplete vehicles equipped with a 159 inch wheel base manufactured August 2, 2013, to January 30, 2016. The affected vehicles were shipped to final stage manufacturers without a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

Without a TPMS, the driver would not be alerted if one or more tires became under inflated. Driving with under inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.

GM will notify owners, and dealers will install the hardware and software necessary to equip the vehicles with a TPMS, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 15819.