Research · Vans, Cargo Type · 2 NHTSA variants
2010 GMC Savana 1500Recalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints for the 2010 GMC Savana 1500. Most complaints involve wheels (2) and service brakes (1). The EPA rates it 14–17 mpg combined.
Combined MPG
14–17mpg
EPA · 7 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
5
Top: wheels
Fuel cost / yr
$3,550est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2010 GMC Savana 1500 as of Nov 13, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 13, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
5 complaints filed with NHTSA · Apr 2010 – Jan 2017
- Wheels2
- Service brakes1
- Visibility1
- Other / unknown1
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 13, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Wheels
2 reports
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC SAVANA SCHOOL BUSES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD DUAL REAR WHEELS WHERE THE SIDEWALLS TOUCHED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT CALIFORNIA LAW DOES NOT ALLOW SCHOOL BUS WHEELS TO TOUCH AT ALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 87,000.”
Service brakes
1 report
“REAR DRIVERS SIDE BRAKE LINE BEGAN LEAKING JUST IN FRONT OF THE REAR WHEEL CAUSING THE REAR BRAKES TO FAIL AND SHIFTING TO THE FRONT WHEEL BRAKES ONLY WHICH ENABLED ME TO DRIVE IT SLOWLY TO A GM REPAIR SHOP. SEEMS LIKE A VEHICLE WITH JUST 17,559 MILES ON IT SHOULD NOT BE EXPERIENCING A FAILED BRAKE LINE. REPAIR COST WAS $443.62 WITH THE GM SHOP STATING THAT THE GAS TANK HAD TO BE REMOVED TO FIX THE LEAK. SERVICE WRITER CLAIMS THE BRAKE LINE WAS CONTACTING OTHER BODY PARTS WHICH CAUSED THE FAILURE. *TR”
Visibility
1 report
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC SAVANNA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED THE SIDE VIEW MIRRORS WERE DEFECTIVE AND DISTORTED. HE WAS UNABLE TO SEE OUT OF EITHER MIRROR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WERE NO FAILURES AND THE MIRRORS WERE MANUFACTURER TO SPECIFICATION. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 4 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 300.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 13, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
7 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Vans, Cargo Type, Vans, Passenger Type
- Engines
- 4.3L 6-cyl · 5.3L 8-cyl
- Transmissions
- Automatic 4-spd
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 13, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Savana 1500 2WD (cargo) Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 4.3 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,550 | 523 |
| Savana 1500 2WD (cargo) Auto 4-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,000 | 592 |
| Savana 1500 AWD (cargo) Auto 4-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L · All-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 14 | $4,300 | 635 |
| Savana 1500 AWD Conversion (cargo) Auto 4-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L · All-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 14 | $4,300 | 635 |
| Savana 1500 2WD (Passenger) Auto 4-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 14 | $4,300 | 635 |
| Savana 1500 2WD Conversion (cargo) Auto 4-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 14 | $4,300 | 635 |
| Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger) Auto 4-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L · All-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 14 | $4,300 | 635 |
- 17mpg comb.
- 15mpg comb.
- 14mpg comb.
- 14mpg comb.
- 14mpg comb.
- 14mpg comb.
- 14mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 13, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2010 GMC Savana 1500 as of Nov 13, 2026.
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2010 Savana 1500 questions
How many recalls does the 2010 GMC Savana 1500 have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 13, 2026.
What are the most common 2010 GMC Savana 1500 problems?
Owners filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are wheels (2), service brakes (1), visibility (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2010 GMC Savana 1500 get?
The EPA rates the 2010 GMC Savana 1500 at 14–17 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (7 versions rated).
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 13, 2026