NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2020 GMC Savana Safety Ratings
The 2020 GMC Savana scores 66 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Below Average), 2 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2020 GMC Savana earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 66/100, placing it in the Below Average band. The vehicle's crash protection score is limited by a near-absence of NHTSA star ratings; these gaps should be weighed carefully. Its recall history adds caution for prospective buyers.
The 2020 GMC Savana Passenger 3500 receives a 3-out-of-5-star rollover rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 66/100, derived exclusively from NHTSA crash-test, recall, and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 105 Sedans from 2020 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2020 GMC Savana ranks 103 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 66 / 100 (Below Average) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 3 stars |
| Rollover risk | 27.9% |
| Recalls on file | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 103 of 105 Sedans tested for 2020 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 GMC Savana?
The 2020 GMC Savana Passenger 3500 carries a 28 percent rollover risk, earning 3 out of 5 stars in that assessment. This result is the only crash protection data point NHTSA published for the model, as it did not conduct overall, frontal, or side crash tests on this configuration. This limited crash testing directly constrains the model's crash protection score to 42 out of 70. The 2020 Savana Passenger 3500 achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 66 out of 100, placing it in the Below Average band. This represents a three-point gain over the 2019 model's 63 out of 100. That modest improvement is largely attributable to a stronger defect record component, which scores 18 out of 20. This score reflects only two recall campaigns for the 2020 model year. One recall addresses electrical wiring across a broad population of GM cutaway vehicles, and another concerns tires across several 2020 GM platforms. Both merit direct attention from owners and prospective buyers. The avoidance technology component contributes 6 out of 10, as forward collision warning and lane departure warning are optional features, while electronic stability control is standard.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2020 GMC Savana perform in crash tests?
The 2020 GMC Savana Passenger 3500 did not receive overall, frontal, or side crash-test ratings from NHTSA, leaving those critical safety dimensions unassessed. The only published rating for this model year is a 3-out-of-5-star rollover score. This rating indicates a 28 percent rollover risk probability, with the dynamic tip test resulting in "No Tip."
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14346
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 GMC Savana have any recalls?
The 2020 GMC Savana carries two recall campaigns. The first targets the electrical system wiring, covering a broad range of 2003-2023 GM cutaway vehicles including this Savana. The second involves tires and spans multiple 2020 GM models. Neither campaign has been flagged as a do-not-drive or park-outside order, but remedy completion should be verified by VIN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING23V247000
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.
Reported 2023-04-06
TIRES21V115000
Risk: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
Reported 2021-02-25
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 GMC Savana?
NHTSA records zero owner complaints for the 2020 GMC Savana Passenger 3500, with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths on file. No top components have been flagged. Because complaints are unverified consumer allegations, the absence of reports does not constitute a safety endorsement.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 GMC Savana?
Any shopper considering this 6-year-old vehicle should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall database to confirm whether both the electrical wiring and tire recall remedies have been completed. Open recalls on a used vehicle transfer to the new owner, and remedy status is not guaranteed by the seller.
- The 2020 Savana Passenger 3500 has not been rated by NHTSA for overall, frontal, or side crash protection, meaning the crash protection component of its 66/100 Index relies almost entirely on the single 3-star rollover result.
- Two recall campaigns are attached to this model year: one covering electrical system wiring across a large population of GM cutaway vehicles built between 2003 and 2023, and one covering tires shared with several other 2020 GM models.
- The Safety Index rose three points from the 2019 model year (63/100) to 2020 (66/100), with the defect record sub-score of 18/20 being the strongest contributor to that gain.
- Forward collision warning and lane departure warning are listed as optional equipment on this configuration, meaning individual vehicles may or may not be equipped with those avoidance technologies, which affects real-world safety capability.
RANKINGSWhere the 2020 GMC Savana places
The 2020 GMC Savana qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2020 GMC Savana safety questions
Was the 2020 GMC Savana crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2020 GMC Savana, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 66 out of 100, placing it in the Below Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2020 GMC Savana crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2020 GMC Savana earned 3 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 27.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2020 GMC Savana have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 GMC Savana. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 GMC Savana?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 GMC Savana. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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Rivals in Sedan (2020)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Acura RLX | 99/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2020 Acura RLX Sport | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2020 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Infiniti Q50 | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Mazda Mazda3 | 98/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2020 Nissan Maxima | 98/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 14346), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the GMC Savana 2020.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 103 of 105 in the Sedan class for 2020.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.