Trim Report

GMC Savana SLT2008

Includes:GMCSAVANA|SLT
$3,995
Starting From
3
Active Listings
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 3 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $3,995
Max $16,995
From $3,995
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Safety

7 active recalls on record. Review the safety section before buying

2008 GMC Savana SLT Pricing

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Where to Find GMC Savana SLT

Location data for all 2008 GMC Savana trims combined

18States

If you're near Pennsylvania, you're in luck: 14% of listings are there. But with 18 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

GMC Savana Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2008 GMC Savana trims

Low Concern

The 2008 GMC Savana's low safety profile includes 7 recall campaigns and 0 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

7
Recalls
0
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
08V3400002008-28-07
POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

GM IS RECALLING 151 MY 2008 CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND GMC SAVANA VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD). SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE TRANSFER CASES THAT WERE MANUFACTURED WITH AN INCORRECT PART THAT CAN CAUSE EARLY FAILURE OF A DRIVE CHAIN. IF THE CHAIN BREAKS, SHIFTING THE TRANSMISSION TO PARK MAY NOT KEEP THE VEHICLE STATIONARY.

IF THE VEHICLE IS PARKED ON AN INCLINE OR BUMPED, IT MAY ROLL AND STRIKE A PERSON, OBJECT, OR ANOTHER VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING, AND CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY.

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08V3150002008-14-07
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

GM IS RECALLING 567 MY 2008 CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND GMC SAVANA CUTAWAY VEHICLES WITH A 139" WHEEL BASE. THE FRAME RAIL ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE MAY BE WIDER THAN SPECIFICATION.

IF THE FRAME RAIL IS WIDER THAN SPECIFICATION, OVER TIME IT MAY CONTACT THE FUEL TANK HOUSING, RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

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08V3130002008-11-07
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

GM IS RECALLING 2,481 MY 2008 CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND GMC SAVANA G-CUTAWAY FLEET VAN EQUIPPED WITH A 6.0L (RPO LY6) V8 ENGINE, 4L80E (RPO MT1) TRANSMISSION, 4.10 (RPO GT5) AXLE AND 75 MPH GOVERNOR (RPO 9D7). THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE TRANSMISSION MAY BE DAMAGED DUE TO FIRST GEAR ENGAGEMENT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND THEN DOES NOT TRANSMIT POWER WITH D4 OR R SELECTED. THIS MAY BE PRECEDED BY ENGINE SHUTDOWN IF THE VEHICLE EXCEEDS 81 MILES PER HOUR IN CERTAIN CONDITIONS.

THE VEHICLE MAY BE STRANDED ON OR NEAR A HIGHWAY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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10V2050002010-13-05
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

MAIN MOBILITY IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 AND 2009 CONVERSION VANS BUILT ON CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND GMC SAVANA CHASSIS FROM OCTOBER 2007 THROUGH MAY 2010 AND FITTED WITH CERTAIN RICON S SERIES AND K SERIES L-MODEL WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. DUE TO A PROBLEM IN THE SOFTWARE THAT CONTROLS THE LIFT'S "UP" FUNCTION, SHOULD THE "UP" BUTTON BE RELEASED BEFORE THE FLOOR LEVEL LIMIT SWITCH IS ACTIVATED, THE LIFT MAY CONTINUE ITS UPWARD TRAVEL AND MAY OVERRUN THE FLOOR LEVEL CUT OFF POINT.

WHEN THE PLATFORM OVERRUNS THE VEHICLE FLOOR LEVEL AND STOPS AT AN ANGLE FROM 15-20 DEGREES, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR A PERSON IN A WHEELCHAIR TO TIP OVER AND FOR SOMEONE STANDING ON THE PLATFORM TO FALL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURIES.

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09V2720002009-06-07
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

MAIN MOBILITY IS RECALLING 185 MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2009 CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND GMC SAVANA VANS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN APRIL 1, 2005 AND JUNE 25, 2009, EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 403, "PLATFORM LIFT INSTALLATIONS IN MOTOR VEHICLES." THE ANTI-STOW INTERLOCK MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER. THE PRESSURE SENSING SWITCH THAT DETECTS THE PRESENCE OF WEIGHT ON THE PLATFORM WAS NOT ADJUSTED TO THE NECESSARY SENSITIVITY LEVEL. THE LIFT COULD STOW EVEN THOUGH SOMEONE OR SOMETHING IS STILL ON THE LIFT.

THE USER OF THE LIFT COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY.

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09V2700002009-06-07
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

MAIN MOBILITY IS RECALLING 185 MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2009 CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND GMC SAVANA VANS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN APRIL 1, 2005 AND JUNE 25, 2009, EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 404, "PLATFORM LIFT INSTALLATIONS IN MOTOR VEHICLES." THE THRESHOLD WARNING SYSTEM MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER IN A CERTAIN SPOT WITHIN THE DEFINED THRESHOLD AREA.

THE USER OF THE LIFT COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY.

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23V2470002023-06-04
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

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.

An overheated electrical circuit increases the risk of a fire.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

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GMC Savana Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2008 GMC Savana trims

14–17mpg combined
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12-15city
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16-20hwy
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$3,950-$4,800/yr

With 13 configurations tested, the 2008 GMC Savana ranges from 14 to 17 MPG combined. That's a 3 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (cargo) - Automatic 4-spd
17mpg
4.3L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city20 hwy~$3,950/yr-1/10 Poor
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (cargo) - Automatic 4-spd
15mpg
5.3L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city18 hwy~$4,500/yr-1/10 Poor
Savana 1500/2500 AWD (cargo) - Automatic 4-spd
15mpg
5.3L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
13 city17 hwy~$4,500/yr-1/10 Poor
Savana 15/25 2WD Conversion (cargo) - Automatic 4-spd
14mpg
5.3L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
12 city16 hwy~$4,800/yr-1/10 Poor
Savana 1500 AWD Conversion (cargo) - Automatic 4-spd
14mpg
5.3L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
12 city16 hwy~$4,800/yr-1/10 Poor
Savana 1500 AWD (Passenger) - Automatic 4-spd
14mpg
5.3L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
12 city16 hwy~$4,800/yr-1/10 Poor
Savana 1500/2500 2WD (Passenger) - Automatic 4-spd
14mpg
5.3L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
12 city16 hwy~$4,800/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2008 GMC Savana SLT FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the SLT compare to other GMC Savana trims?

Every GMC Savana trim targets a different buyer. The 2008 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2008 GMC Savana SLT?

The SLT shares its core mechanicals with other GMC Savana trims, so major service intervals are similar. There are 7 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2008 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the GMC Savana SLT?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each GMC Savana SLT year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The GMC Savana overview compares all years side by side.

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