Gmc Savana 1500 2011
Model Savana 1500 made in 2011 by Gmc got 4 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 19 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to vehicle speed control. . Technical service bulletines regarding digital instrument panel, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There was one recall concerning service brakes, hydraulic .
Model 2011
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 11V275000 | GENERAL MOTORS LLC | from 09/01/2010 to 03/31/2011 | V (Vehicle) | 7593 | 05/13/2011 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS LLC | 05/06/2011 | 05/06/2011 | 571 | 135 | |||||
| Defect Summary | General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet express and gmc savana vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, passenger car brake systems. some of these vehicles may have been built with a clearance condition in which the right rear brake hose may contact the tire or wheel rim. if the brake hose repeatedly contacts the tire or wheel rim, a hole could be worn in the brake hose. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A damaged brake hose may reduce the effectiveness of the rear brakes and increase the distance required to stop the vehicle. an increased braking distance may increase the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will secure the right rear brake hose to ensure sufficient clearance. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before may 13, 2011. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 or www.gmownercenter.com. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Gm's safety recall no. 11126. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL | |||||
| PIT-4730A | 06/01/2010 | 10036550 | Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/hummer/pontiac/saturn: additional diagnostic information for u0140 or u0073. vehicle may exhibits some symptom(s) as door locks cycle while driving; intermittent no start; service stabilitrak dic message; spee | 03/28/2011 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| PI-0412 | 03/01/2011 | 10044124 | General motors: due to the parasitic drain/discharge on 2011 vehicles and trucks, a no crank/no start and dead battery would occur. cadillac sts and chevrolet volt not included. *pe | 05/14/2012 | |
| PIT-4730A | 06/01/2010 | 10036550 | Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/hummer/pontiac/saturn: additional diagnostic information for u0140 or u0073. vehicle may exhibits some symptom(s) as door locks cycle while driving; intermittent no start; service stabilitrak dic message; spee | 03/28/2011 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||||
| PI-0412 | 03/01/2011 | 10044124 | General motors: due to the parasitic drain/discharge on 2011 vehicles and trucks, a no crank/no start and dead battery would occur. cadillac sts and chevrolet volt not included. *pe | 05/14/2012 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||||
| PIT-4730A | 06/01/2010 | 10036550 | Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/hummer/pontiac/saturn: additional diagnostic information for u0140 or u0073. vehicle may exhibits some symptom(s) as door locks cycle while driving; intermittent no start; service stabilitrak dic message; spee | 03/28/2011 | |
| PIP-4819 | 08/01/2010 | 10036344 | Cadillac/chevrolet/gmc: ses light due to p0300-p0308 and engine misfires; inspect plug wire. this may be the result of a loose spark plug wire of the cylinder with current and/or history misfires. *pe | 03/14/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| PIT-5028 | 09/01/2010 | 10036324 | Pontiac/saturn/buick/gmc/chevrolet/cadillac/hummer: vehicle start and stalls after theft deterrent module replacement. model years 2006-2011. does not apply to vehicles with keyless access system. *pe | 03/14/2011 | |
| PIP-4819 | 08/01/2010 | 10036344 | Cadillac/chevrolet/gmc: ses light due to p0300-p0308 and engine misfires; inspect plug wire. this may be the result of a loose spark plug wire of the cylinder with current and/or history misfires. *pe | 03/14/2011 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||||
| PIP-4811 | 06/01/2010 | 10036511 | Gmc/chevrolet: 6.6l duramx hp fuel injection pump tac parts restriction. this parts restriction will assist gm powertrain engineering with product feedback. *pe | 03/25/2011 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||||
| PIP-4811 | 06/01/2010 | 10036511 | Gmc/chevrolet: 6.6l duramx hp fuel injection pump tac parts restriction. this parts restriction will assist gm powertrain engineering with product feedback. *pe | 03/25/2011 | |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | |||||
| PI-0234 | 09/01/2010 | 10035424 | Chevrolet/gmc: disable auto door locking for emergency response vehicles. in order to disable the auto door locking function, it is necessary to reprogram the bcm. *pe | 02/25/2011 | |
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR | |||||
| 05-09-40-002E | 10/01/2010 | 10037184 | Ready | 05/11/2011 | |
| 05-09-40-002E | 10/01/2010 | 10037184 | Gm: service bulletin explaining when the safety belts are supposed to lock. *rm | 05/11/2011 | |
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - WEBBING | |||||
| 05-09-40-002E | 10/01/2010 | 10037184 | Gm: service bulletin explaining when the safety belts are supposed to lock. *rm | 05/11/2011 | |
| 05-09-40-002E | 10/01/2010 | 10037184 | Ready | 05/11/2011 | |
| STEERING | |||||
| SB-10-02-33-001 | 06/01/2010 | 10036545 | Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/oldsmobile and hummer: information on pitman arm shaft seal service kit. do not replace entire steering gear for pitman seal leak. technicians have been replacing entire steering gears due to not being able to | 03/28/2011 | |
| STEERING - GEAR BOX - SHAFT PITMAN | |||||
| SB-10-02-33-001 | 06/01/2010 | 10036545 | Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/oldsmobile and hummer: information on pitman arm shaft seal service kit. do not replace entire steering gear for pitman seal leak. technicians have been replacing entire steering gears due to not being able to | 03/28/2011 | |
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||||
| PIT-3749D | 11/01/2010 | 10037570 | Ready | 05/25/2011 | |
| PIT-3749D | 11/01/2010 | 10037570 | Gm: on some truck models there is some frame corrosion. *rm | 05/25/2011 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 06/24/2012 | 5000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2011 gmc savana 1500. the contact stated that while reversing, the vehicle began to accelerate independently. the contact engaged the brake but the vehicle continued to attempt to accelerate. the contact then put both feet on the brake peda; but was unsuccessful in stopping the vehicle, as she crashed into a wall at 14 mph. the vehicle was towed to a dealer for a diagnosis but the dealer offered no assistance. the manufacturer was notified and also offered no assistance. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure and current mileages were 5,000. sm. | |||
| 06/24/2012 | 5000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2011 gmc savana 1500. the contact stated while going in reverse the vehicle began to accelerate independently. the contact engaged the brake but the vehicle continued to try to accelerate. the contact then put both feet on the brake but was unsuccessful in stopping the vehicle as she crashed into a wall at 14 mph. the vehicle was towed to a dealer for diagnosis but offered no assistance. the manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure and current mileages were 5,000. dt | |||