YearToAvoid

2014 GMC Savana Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2014 GMC Savana has a complaint index of 16, one of the lowest among the 20 model years with data, and ranks 17th worst (meaning it's among the more favorable years). It carries 7 recall campaigns but only 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index
16/100
#17 of 20 Savana years
Verdict
No verdict
vs. other years of this model
Complaints
1
unique NHTSA reports
Recalls
7
distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes
0
reported in complaints
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Top issue
—
Best nearby year
2006
lowest-risk (no Good/Best year)
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
14
13 city / 17 hwy
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Top 2014 GMC Savana problems

Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Other1 (100%)

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

2014 GMC Savana recalls

7 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 23V247000Apr 6, 2023Electrical System150,830 vehicles

    Electrical system:wiring

    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.

    Risk: 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.

  2. NHTSA 18V295000May 3, 2018Visibility & Wipers207,483 vehicles

    Visibility:power window devices and controls

    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.

    Risk: High electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.

    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.

  3. NHTSA 18V267000Apr 26, 2018Other6,154 vehicles

    Equipment

    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

    Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

    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.

See all 7 recalls for the 2014 GMC Savana →

2014 GMC Savana fuel economy and fuel cost

City
13 MPG
Highway
17 MPG
Combined
14 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$4,650
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Gasoline or E85
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2014 compared with other Savana years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2012No verdict423713.5
2013No verdict262914
2014No verdict161714
2015No verdict682413
2016Avoid896712.5

All GMC Savana years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 GMC Savana reliable?
NHTSA data shows only 1 complaint for the 2014 GMC Savana and a complaint index of 16, which is low compared to other Savana years. It ranks 17th worst out of 20 model years, meaning most other years scored worse.
Does the 2014 GMC Savana have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2014 GMC Savana, covering the electrical system, visibility and wipers, fire extinguisher replacement, suspension/wheels/tires, fuel system, and airbags. None are do-not-drive recalls.
What is the biggest recall issue for the 2014 GMC Savana?
The airbag recall (campaign 14V117000) covers 2009-2014 Savana vans and involves modifying the passenger instrument panel. There is also a fuel system recall for CNG-equipped vans affecting a high pressure regulator.
How does the 2014 Savana compare to other model years?
With a complaint index of 16, the 2014 Savana ranks better than years like 2017 (index 100) and 2005 (index 84), both rated Avoid. The 2014 model year does not carry an Avoid or Caution verdict in the data.
What is the fuel economy of the 2014 GMC Savana?
The 2014 GMC Savana gets an EPA-rated 14 mpg combined (13 city / 17 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,650.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.