1999 GMC Savana Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 10%of 49 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 60,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the steering of the 1999 GMC Savana, 10% of the 49 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 60,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“The power brake/steering pump shaft broke, rendering the power brake and steering inoperable. The problem occurred while traveling downhill and presented a safety problem. The vehicle only had 70,000 miles at the time. I was and remain concerned that the part defect was not identified earlier and presented a potential safety hazard. The part has been replaced, but I want to know if the replacement part is safe and how Gmc will reimburse me for all of the costs I incurred to correct the problem. It was very distressing to lose all power steering and braking while the vehicle was in motion. …”
NHTSA complaint #10166024, filed 2006-08, 66,000 miles“While driving 5 MPH suddenly, the driver was not able to steer to the right. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the shop for inspection. The mechanic determined that the power steering pump needed to be replaced. Please provide further details. ......it happened after making a sharp turn to the left. Consumer could not steer the van left right.the mechanic indicated that the shaft from the power steering pump wa ssheared in half.”
NHTSA complaint #10107394, filed 2005-01, 53,321 miles“The problem I have with the vehicle is the shift controller breaks off the steering support(inside the steering bowl assembly). The direct result of this is the inability to shift direction. This is also the third time this has happened. The first time, repair was done by maxon Gmc, 2301 rt. 22, union, nj. When I asked what was the cause, I was told excessive shifting. The second repair was done by malouf (where vehicle was purchased). When asked what was the cause, I was told it looked like someone slapped the parts together, and this would never happen again. …”
NHTSA complaint #739596, filed 2001-01“Brakes and rotors have deteriorated and continue to deteriorate within unreasonably short mileage periods, the brakes smoke during short intervals of driving and stick to rotors causing a loud popping sound when released and fail to adequately stop the vehicle, the rotors begin cracking and warping prematurely causing shimmying and vibration. Nlm”
NHTSA complaint #558372, filed 2000-12Related recalls
- 00V085000Mar 16, 2000Vehicle description: passenger vans equipped with a brake warning indicator. Some of these vehicles have a power steering cooler hose that can separate from…Covers: GMC Savana 1999–2000, Chevrolet Express 1999–2000
Related service bulletins
- 10113188Aug 12, 2013This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician vehicles with a slight rough idle. Technician should compare the concern with a like vehicle. If…
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 20% |
| 2017 | 1 | 14% |
| 2016 | 3 | 50% |
| 2007 | 1 | 17% |
| 2006 | 1 | 14% |
| 2005 | 2 | 15% |
| 2004 | 1 | 8% |
| 2003 | 1 | 5% |
| 2000 | 5 | 10% |
| 1999 | 5 | 10% |
| 1997 | 4 | 9% |
| 1996 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 1999 GMC Savana
13 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsTires
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsEquipment
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 GMC Savana
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology