The 2013 GMC Savana has 6 recalls, with three separate fire risks: seat wiring that can get caught in the seat adjustment mechanism and short circuit, a compressed natural gas fuel system connector that can overheat (on CNG-equipped vans only), and unused rear HVAC wiring on cutaway models that can corrode and overheat.
On the safety equipment side, the front passenger airbag may not deploy correctly in lower-speed crashes, leaving an unbelted front passenger with less protection, and certain fire extinguishers included with the vehicle may fail to discharge properly when needed. There is also a compliance concern: the ignition key can be removed before the vehicle is fully in the off position, which can allow unintended movement if the transmission is not in park.
At a glance
What can fail
Exposed wiring and connectors for an optional rear heating and air-conditioning system can corrode and overheat when the blower motor circuit is left unused.
What the fix does
Dealers will seal the rear HVAC blower motor circuits at the left B-pillar to prevent corrosion and overheating.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fire extinguisher may clog and fail to discharge, or require excessive force to use. In some models, the nozzle may detach forcefully, potentially causing injury and making the extinguisher inoperable.
What the fix does
GM will provide a free replacement fire extinguisher from Kidde. Contact your vehicle manufacturer's customer service to arrange the replacement.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
In a frontal crash below the air bag deployment threshold, an unbelted front passenger's head may strike the instrument panel above the passenger air bag. The panel may not absorb this impact adequately, increasing injury risk.
What the fix does
Dealers will modify the passenger instrument panel at no cost to improve impact absorption and occupant protection.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel shut-off solenoid connector on the CNG tank can corrode and create an electrical short.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the solenoid assemblies and fuel pump fuses, and adjust the wiring routing.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The wiring harness powering the seat adjuster and heating circuit may not be securely fastened, allowing it to become caught in the seat riser mechanism.
What the fix does
Dealers will secure the wiring harness and replace any damaged harnesses at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The ignition key can be removed while the ignition is in positions other than OFF. This may allow the vehicle to move unintentionally, potentially causing a crash.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the ignition lock cylinder to prevent key removal except in the OFF position.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
