1998 GMC Savana Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 12%of 33 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 105,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the electrical system of the 1998 GMC Savana, 12% of the 33 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 105,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Dt the vehicle caught on fire. Had not contacted Gmc at this point. This happened on july 18, 2005. Vehicle was burned completely by the time the fire department got there. The vehicle started slowing down, pulled over, and the fire was under the bottom around catalytic converter.”
NHTSA complaint #10133505, filed 2005-08, 105,000 miles“GM theft system engaged leaving me stranded multiple times including on a remote mountain side. I was only able to get a cell signal by walking a few KM's down the road in the middle of the night to call for help. When I was able to get a hold of the dealer in the morning, they instructed me on how to relearn the key code and drive the van to the dealership. They cut a new key and sent me on my way. Since, the van theft system has left me stranded multiple times and me having to spend half an hour or more doing the relearn procedure. Warning lamps include security' light illuminated on dash. …”
NHTSA complaint #11478501, filed 2022-08“The vehicle's delco battery (original equipment) has been leaking acid on the side connection, consumer lost current three times in app 75 feet of travel. Nlm”
NHTSA complaint #552990, filed 2000-07Related service bulletins
- 10237671May 19, 2023This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10171318Jan 31, 2020This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10113443Feb 22, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10113258Sep 19, 2013This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint lamp, Service Vehicle Soon lamp on…
- 10112585Nov 19, 2012This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that some vehicles may have an Antilock Braking System/ Traction Control System Malfunction…
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 2 | 40% |
| 2016 | 1 | 17% |
| 2007 | 1 | 17% |
| 2006 | 1 | 14% |
| 2005 | 2 | 15% |
| 2003 | 1 | 5% |
| 2002 | 1 | 8% |
| 2001 | 3 | 16% |
| 2000 | 2 | 4% |
| 1999 | 2 | 4% |
| 1998 | 4 | 12% |
| 1997 | 2 | 4% |
| 1996 | 2 | 6% |
Other parts of the 1998 GMC Savana
9 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsTires
5 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 GMC Savana
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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