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2008 GMC Savana recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

7 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2008 GMC Savana. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2008 GMC Savana recalls, newest first

April 6, 2023NHTSA 23V247000150,830 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring

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.
Consequence
An overheated electrical circuit increases the risk of a fire.
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 13, 2010NHTSA 10V205000133 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment adaptive/mobility

Summary
Main mobility is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 conversion vans built on Chevrolet express and GMC savana chassis from October 2007 through may 2010 and fitted with certain ricon s series and k series l-model wheelchair lifts. Due to a problem in the software that controls the lift's "up" function, should the "up" button be released before the floor level limit switch is activated, the lift may continue its upward travel and may overrun the floor level cut off point.
Consequence
When the platform overruns the vehicle floor level and stops at an angle from 15-20 degrees, it is possible for a person in a wheelchair to tip over and for someone standing on the platform to fall, possibly resulting in injuries.
Remedy
Main mobility will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by authorized ricon dealers free of charge. A software solution for this safety defect is under investigation. Until the software solution is available, ricon will provide owners with a bulletin outlining proper wheelchair lift operation and will ship owners a dvd-based training aid to promote proper lift operation at no cost. The safety recall began on may 27, 2010. Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or main mobility at 1-716-759-6811.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 6, 2009NHTSA 09V272000185 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment adaptive/mobility

Summary
Main mobility is recalling 185 model year 2005 through 2009 Chevrolet express and GMC savana vans manufactured between April 1, 2005 and June 25, 2009, equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
Consequence
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Remedy
Main mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07E097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or main mobility at 1-716-759-6811.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 6, 2009NHTSA 09V270000185 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment adaptive/mobility

Summary
Main mobility is recalling 185 model year 2005 through 2009 Chevrolet express and GMC savana vans manufactured between April 1, 2005 and June 25, 2009, equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
Consequence
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Remedy
Main mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07E095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or main mobility at 1-716-759-6811.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 28, 2008NHTSA 08V340000151 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive)

Summary
GM is recalling 151 my 2008 Chevrolet express and GMC savana vehicles equipped with all wheel drive (AWD). Some of these vehicles have transfer cases that were manufactured with an incorrect part that can cause early failure of a drive chain. If the chain breaks, shifting the transmission to park may not keep the vehicle stationary.
Consequence
If the vehicle is parked on an incline or bumped, it may roll and strike a person, object, or another vehicle without warning, and cause personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the transfer case date code and, if necessary, replace the transfer case. The recall began on August 15, 2008. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 14, 2008NHTSA 08V315000567 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Storage

Summary
GM is recalling 567 my 2008 Chevrolet express and GMC savana cutaway vehicles with a 139" wheel base. The frame rail on the driver's side may be wider than specification.
Consequence
If the frame rail is wider than specification, over time it may contact the fuel tank housing, resulting in a possible fuel leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the clearance between the frame rail and fuel tank housing and will rework the frame rail if necessary free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2008. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-966-9463, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 11, 2008NHTSA 08V3130006,390 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Automatic transmission

Summary
GM is recalling 2,481 my 2008 Chevrolet express and GMC savana g-cutaway fleet van equipped with a 6.0L (rpo LY6) V8 engine, 4L80E (rpo MT1) transmission, 4.10 (rpo GT5) axle and 75 MPH governor (rpo 9D7). These vehicles have a condition in which the transmission may be damaged due to first gear engagement at highway speeds and then does not transmit power with D4 or r selected. This may be preceded by engine shutdown if the vehicle exceeds 81 miles per hour in certain conditions.
Consequence
The vehicle may be stranded on or near a highway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the transmission and engine control modules free of charge. The recall began on or about July 30, 2008. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and GMC at 1-866-996-9463, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2008 GMC Savana with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Air bags1
  2. Electrical system1
  3. Electrical system › Wiring1
  4. Structure › Body1

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Questions

Does the 2008 GMC Savana have any recalls?
7 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: electrical system, equipment adaptive/mobility, power train, fuel system, gasoline. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2008 GMC Savana recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a GMC dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2008 GMC Savana?
3 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.