2006 GMC Savana 3500: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2006 GMC Savana 3500: 3 recalls, 1 owner complaint.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #08V519000 · 2008 · 133 vehicles
What's wrong: These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for 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…
Why it matters: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
The fix: Mobilityworks is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097).
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #08V647000 · 2008 · 4 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
The fix: Myers is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095).
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #08V646000 · 2008 · 4 vehicles
What's wrong: These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 403, "platform lift system accessible for 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…
Why it matters: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
The fix: Myers is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097).
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Seats (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2006 GMC Savana 3500 has 1 owner complaints, ranking #10 of 13 Savana 3500 model years for complaints (well below the 2 average). Neighboring years: 2005 (3 complaints, 0 recalls), 2007 (2 complaints, 0 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2006 GMC Savana 3500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2006 GMC Savana 3500. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2006 GMC Savana 3500 problems?
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are seats (1).
Where can I get a 2006 GMC Savana 3500 repair manual?
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