NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 GMC Savana Safety Ratings
The 2023 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
Limited crash-test coverage characterizes the 2023 GMC Savana, contributing to its Below Average NHTSA Safety Index of 66/100. While no owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA, two recalls were issued for this model year. Consumers should carefully consider the incomplete data when assessing the Savana's overall safety profile.
The 2023 GMC Savana received a NHTSA Safety Index of 66/100 and a 3-out-of-5-star NHTSA rollover rating, with overall crash-test ratings listed as not rated by NHTSA.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 92 Sedans from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 GMC Savana ranks 90 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 | 90 of 92 Sedans tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 GMC Savana?
The 2023 GMC Savana posts a Safety Index of 66/100, a one-point gain over the 2022 model year's 65/100, with both years sitting in the Below Average band. That narrow improvement reflects a stable but structurally limited safety profile. The index breakdown tells the story clearly: crash protection accounts for 42 out of a possible 70 points, the single largest drag on the score. NHTSA did not conduct frontal or side crash tests for this model year, leaving the 3-out-of-5-star rollover rating as the only direct crash-test evidence available. The avoidance-tech sub-score of 6/10 reflects that forward collision warning and lane departure warning are optional rather than standard, while electronic stability control is standard equipment. The defect record sub-score of 18/20 is the strongest component, supported by zero reported owner complaints and two recall campaigns whose components, transmission software and electrical wiring, do not carry elevated urgency designations. The absence of complaints is notable but should not be read as a performance guarantee on a vehicle that has seen limited federal crash-test scrutiny.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 GMC Savana perform in crash tests?
The 2023 GMC Savana provides limited crash-protection data for consumers. NHTSA did not assign overall, frontal, or side crash-test star ratings. The only available NCAP result is a 3-out-of-5-star rollover rating, accompanied by a measured rollover risk of 28%. The dynamic tip test concluded with "No Tip." All other crash protection dimensions for this model year remain unrated by the agency.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18250
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 GMC Savana have any recalls?
Two recall campaigns cover the 2023 GMC Savana. The first targets incorrect transmission control module software affecting 2022-2023 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. The second, a broader campaign, addresses electrical system wiring on 2003-2023 Chevrolet Express Cutaway and GMC Savana Cutaway incomplete vehicles. Neither campaign carries a park-outside or do-not-drive directive based on available data.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE24V839000
Risk: Rear wheel lock-up or moving in an unintended direction can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the transmission control module software calibration, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2024. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242471620.
Reported 2024-11-07
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 GMC Savana?
NHTSA records zero owner complaints for the 2023 GMC Savana. No crash, fire, injury, or death allegations have been submitted. There are no top components flagged and no recent reports on file. All complaint data, when present, represents unverified consumer allegations.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 GMC Savana?
Two recalls have been issued for the 2023 GMC Savana, addressing transmission software and electrical wiring. Prospective owners should verify that these remedies have been completed through a certified dealer before purchase.
- The 2023 GMC Savana carries two active recall campaigns: one for incorrect transmission control module software shared with the 2022-2023 Chevrolet Express, and one for electrical system wiring on Cutaway variants spanning a wide production range.
- NHTSA assigned a 3-out-of-5-star rollover rating with a 28% rollover risk and a No Tip dynamic result, but did not rate frontal or side crash protection for this specific model year.
- Forward collision warning and lane departure warning are listed as optional on the 2023 Savana, contributing to a mid-range avoidance-tech sub-score of 6/10 within the Safety Index.
- Zero owner complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for the 2023 model year, meaning no crash, fire, injury, or fatality allegations appear in the federal database for this vehicle.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 GMC Savana places
The 2023 GMC Savana qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 GMC Savana safety questions
Was the 2023 GMC Savana crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 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 2023 GMC Savana crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 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 2023 GMC Savana have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 GMC Savana. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 GMC Savana?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 GMC Savana. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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Rivals in Sedan (2023)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Nissan Maxima | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model S Later Release | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18250), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the GMC Savana 2023.
- 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 90 of 92 in the Sedan class for 2023.
- 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.