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The 2015 GMC Savana is associated with 2 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 4 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database.

The most frequently reported component area is EQUIPMENT,VISIBILITY, accounting for 1 reports (50% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 8 certified vehicle configurations spanning 6l 8-cyl and 4.8l 8-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 12 to 13 MPG combined. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year.

Official Federal Record Profile
  • • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 2 consumer reports filed
  • • Safety Recall Campaigns: 4 official campaigns
  • • Primary Defect Domain: EQUIPMENT,VISIBILITY (1 / 50%)
  • • NCAP Crash Safety: Not rated by NHTSA
  • • EPA Certified Range: 12–13 MPG across 8 powertrain trims
Directly compiled from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA NCAP, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.

What is the fuel economy and range of the 2015 GMC Savana?

Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant

Variant Engine Drivetrain Transmission City Highway Combined EV Range Est. Annual Fuel Cost
Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger) 6L 8-Cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 6-spd 11 MPG 16 MPG 13 MPG — $4,750 / yr
Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger) 4.8L 8-Cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 6-spd 11 MPG 17 MPG 13 MPG — $4,750 / yr
Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger) 4.8L 8-Cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 6-spd 11 MPG 17 MPG 13 MPG — $4,750 / yr
Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger) 6L 8-Cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 6-spd 11 MPG 16 MPG 13 MPG — $4,750 / yr
Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger) 6L 8-Cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 6-spd 11 MPG 16 MPG 13 MPG — $4,750 / yr
Savana 2500 2WD Conversion (cargo) 6L 8-Cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 6-spd 10 MPG 15 MPG 12 MPG — $5,100 / yr
Savana 2500 2WD Conversion (cargo) 6L 8-Cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 6-spd 10 MPG 15 MPG 12 MPG — $5,100 / yr
Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger) 6L 8-Cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 6-spd 11 MPG 16 MPG 12 MPG — $5,100 / yr
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.

What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2015 GMC Savana?

Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

NHTSA 5-Star NCAP laboratory crash evaluations are not currently on file for the 2015 GMC Savana.

Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Not Specified and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Not Specified in official NHTSA records for tested 2015 GMC Savana models.
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What defect complaints are reported for the 2015 GMC Savana?

Summary of 2 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

Total Complaints
2
Crash Reports
0
Fire Reports
0
Complaints w/ Injury
0
Total Injuries
0

Top Reported Problem Categories

Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA

EQUIPMENT,VISIBILITY 1 complaint
EXTERIOR LIGHTING 1 complaint

Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.

View all 2015 GMC Savana problems & component breakdown (2 categories) →

Are there open safety recalls on the 2015 GMC Savana?

Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA

NHTSA Campaign #23V247000 Active Recall
Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Defect Summary: 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.

Free Manufacturer Remedy: 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.
NHTSA Campaign #18V295000 Active Recall
Affected Component: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

Defect Summary: 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.

Free Manufacturer Remedy: 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.
NHTSA Campaign #18V267000 Active Recall
Affected Component: EQUIPMENT

Defect Summary: 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

Free Manufacturer Remedy: 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.
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Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2015 GMC Savana

Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2015 GMC Savana

How many safety recalls does the 2015 GMC Savana have?

The 2015 GMC Savana is associated with 4 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns in AutoUtility's current federal records.

If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.

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Source: NHTSA Safety Recalls Database (49 U.S.C. 30118)

What are the most common problems reported for the 2015 GMC Savana?

NHTSA records list 2 consumer defect complaints for the 2015 GMC Savana. The most frequently referenced vehicle system is EQUIPMENT,VISIBILITY, appearing in 1 filings (50% of submissions).

Consumer complaints represent unverified owner submissions filed under federal reporting guidelines and describe reported component behavior rather than audited failure rates.

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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

Is there an official NHTSA crash safety rating for the 2015 GMC Savana?

An official NHTSA 5-Star NCAP crash test rating is not available for the 2015 GMC Savana in AutoUtility's current federal dataset.

NHTSA publishes crash safety evaluations for a selected sample of passenger vehicles each model year. Consult NHTSA.gov for active safety equipment records and vehicle safety bulletins.

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Source: NHTSA NCAP Registry

What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2015 GMC Savana get?

Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2015 GMC Savana range from 12 to 13 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.

Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.

Compare MPG ratings across all certified trims →
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov Certified Database
Official US Government Data Provenance

The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:

  • NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
  • NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
  • U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.

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