2014 GMC Savana Passenger

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2014 models.

Class
Vans, Passenger Type
Engines
5.3L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
FFV, Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
14 combined · 13 city / 17 hwy
Length
–
Curb weight
–
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
7 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available

Watch out for

  • 7 recallsMore than similar models (about 0). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 8 similar 2014 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2014 GMC Savana Passenger is a van offered with 3 engines (5.3L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl and 6.0L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (13 city / 17 highway), 7% better than the 2014 van average of 13.1 MPG, for an estimated $4,800 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 7 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the equipment.

What changed for 2014

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2013 Savana Passenger — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2013; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2013 Savana Passenger →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Savana 1500 2WD (Passenger) FFV5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 4-spdRear-Wheel Drive13 / 17 / 14+7%$4,800618
Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger) FFV5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 4-spdAll-Wheel Drive13 / 17 / 14+7%$4,800617
Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger)4.8L 8-cylAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive11 / 17 / 13-1%$5,150670
Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger)4.8L 8-cylAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive11 / 17 / 13-1%$5,150672
Savana 2500 2WD (Passenger) FFV6.0L 8-cylAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive11 / 16 / 13-1%$5,150705
Savana 3500 2WD (Passenger) FFV6.0L 8-cylAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive11 / 16 / 12-8%$5,600714
2/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
2/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $12,000Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
13.1 MPG2014 Vans, Passenger Type average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2014 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2014 GMC Savana Passenger.

Similar 2014 vans

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2014 GMC Savana Passenger (this car)14 MPGNot rated7
2014 Ford E350 Wagon13 MPGNot rated11
2014 Chevrolet Express Passenger14 MPGNot rated7
2014 GMC Savana Cargo16 MPGNot rated0
2014 Chevrolet Express Cargo16 MPGNot rated0
2014 Ford E350 Van13 MPGNot rated0
2014 Ford E250 Van15 MPGNot rated0

Recalls (7)

Electrical System › Wiring · Apr 6, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V247000 · 150,830 vehicles

Problem
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.
Fix
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.
Visibility › Power Window Devices And Controls · May 3, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V295000 · 207,483 vehicles

Problem
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.
Fix
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.
Equipment · Apr 26, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V267000 · 6,154 vehicles

Problem
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.
Fix
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.
Tires › Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems · Apr 1, 2016

NHTSA campaign 16V184000 · 321 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana incomplete vehicles equipped with a 159 inch wheel base manufactured August 2, 2013, to January 30, 2016. The affected vehicles were shipped to final stage manufacturers without a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Risk
Without a TPMS, the driver would not be alerted if one or more tires became under inflated. Driving with under inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will install the hardware and software necessary to equip the vehicles with a TPMS, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2016. 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 15819.
Electrical System · Oct 1, 2014

NHTSA campaign 14V614000 · 106,307 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac CTS, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL, and 2014 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Express, Impala, Silverado HD, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Savana, and Sierra HD vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the chassis electronic module may be internally contaminated, resulting in an electrical short.
Risk
If the module experiences an electrical short, the vehicle could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chassis electronic module, free of charge. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), and 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM’s number for this recall is 14515.
Fuel System, Other · Aug 13, 2014

NHTSA campaign 14V500000 · 3,345 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chevrolet Express compressed natural gas (CNG)vehicles manufactured September 10, 2010, to April 28, 2014, and GMC Savana CNG vehicles manufactured May 23, 2011, to April 21, 2014. The affected vehicles may leak natural gas from the CNG high pressure regulator.
Risk
A natural gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire or explosion.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure regulator, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2013. 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 14321.
Air Bags › Frontal · Mar 17, 2014

NHTSA campaign 14V117000 · 303,013 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans manufactured January 27, 2009, through March 7, 2014 with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,000 pounds and less and equipped with front passenger air bags. In the affected vehicles, during a frontal impact below the air bag deployment threshold, if an unbelted front passenger's head hits the instrument panel above where the passenger air bag is located, the panel may not sufficiently absorb the impact. As such, these vehicles fail to meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."
Risk
In the event of a crash below the air bag deployment threshold, an unbelted front passenger seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will modify the passenger instrument panel free of charge. Notices to the owners of the heavy duty vans were mailed on April 28, 2014. The recall began on May 19, 2014. Chevrolet owners may call 1-800-630-2438. GMC owners may call 1-866-996-9463. GM's number for this recall is 14082.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2014 GMC Savana Passenger is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

1Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
0Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
0Injuries reported
Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner1

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2014 GMC Savana Passenger buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 7 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
  3. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 GMC Savana Passenger. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Savana Passenger years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2017 Savana Passenger13–Not rated67
2016 Savana Passenger13–Not rated76
2015 Savana Passenger13–Not rated42
2013 Savana Passenger14–Not rated92
2012 Savana Passenger14–Not rated71
2011 Savana Passenger14–Not rated51
2010 Savana Passenger14–Not rated42
2009 Savana Passenger14–Not rated61
2008 Savana Passenger14–Not rated22
2007 Savana Passenger14–Not rated13
2006 Savana Passenger15–Not rated12
2005 Savana Passenger15–Not rated12

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or GMC. How we calculate this →