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2005 GMC Savana 2500 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2005 GMC Savana 2500, but owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.

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Complaints
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Crashes / fires
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2005 GMC Savana 2500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 GMC Savana 2500 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Steering1
Engine1
Structure1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 75,000 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 2005 GMC Savana 2500 complaints

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

Engine · reported Apr 10, 2014
The contact owns a 2005 gmc savana 2500. The contact experienced a loss of coolant and was constantly having to replace the coolant. The contact discovered the cylinder heads were defective. The contact took his vehicle to the dealer. The dealer stated they could not duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the repair; however, declined to provide further assistance. The failure mileage was 115,000.
Steering · at 200 miles · reported Feb 9, 2011
I have a 2005 savannah gmc with severe front end problems from day one. The dealer has side-stepped this from day one. Now the front wheels bounce and shake long after a road bump is contacted. Only sudden slowing down makes this stop, creating hazard conditions for me and those behind me.
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 352,000 miles · reported Apr 7, 2008
The contact owns a 2005 gmc savana 2500. The contact experienced a loss of coolant, cracked cylinder heads, oxygen sensor failure and fluid leaking onto the exhaust. A local mechanic inspected the vehicle and informed the contact that the radiator cap and oxygen sensors needed to be replaced. After the replacements, the failure recurred and the vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer also replaced the radiator cap and the oxygen sensors. The failure recurred a third time, and the catalytic converter was replaced. The failure continued and the contact returned to his local mechanic, who…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 GMC Savana 2500 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2005 GMC Savana 2500 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 GMC Savana 2500?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (1 reports), followed by steering (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 75,000 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.