4.7

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
23,000 miles

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problem #5

Oct 272004

Savana

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Defective hinges on side cargo doors. Side doors not frequently used. Repeatedly greased/oiled to reduce tension and force necessary to operate doors. Doors now inoperable. Hinges cracked & rusted out completely after only 3 1/2 years of owning vehicle. Passengers would be trapped inside if using center seats. Hinges are useless. Per GMC, my problem; take ownership of the vehicle & it's issues after warranty expired.

- Mt. Prospect, IL, USA

problem #4

Jan 042004

Savana 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 115,000 miles
Hinges on 60/40 cargo doors are very stiff. Doors have been difficult to open and close for quite some time. Recently, lower hinge on 40 door has broken. Replacement of all hinges on these doors is approximately $1100. Have not yet contacted dealer about problem (had similar problems with hinges on 95 vandura).

- Maryland Heights, MO, USA

problem #3

Aug 252003

Savana 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Side door hinges are stiff, causing the door to bearly open. The hinge is causing the sheet metal to flex as it tries to open and close.

- Uniontown, OH, USA

problem #2

Jan 012000

Savana

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer states side door will not open or close, bolts and hinges were rusted and frozen, dealer contacted but not willing to do anything.

- Avoca, MI, USA

problem #1

Jun 132000

Savana

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Side cargo door has frozen at hinges and door cannot be opened. Dealer has been contacted. The door failure was safety hazard.

- North Homestead, OH, USA