1996 GMC Savana vs 1997 GMC Savana
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 GMC Savana | 1997 GMC Savana |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 35 | 46 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 27 | 48 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Savana | GMC Savana |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 4 |
| Power Train | 4 | 7 |
| Structure | 4 | 6 |
| Visibility | 6 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 3 |
| Steering | 1 | 4 |
1996 GMC Savana
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.