The problem
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.
The risk
An overheated electrical circuit increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 23V-247 (23V247000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | N222386050 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Electrical system › Wiring |
| Report date | April 6, 2023 |
| Owners notified | May 2, 2023 |
| Vehicles affected | 150,830 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2013 Chevrolet Express Cutaway Van
- 2014 Chevrolet Express Cutaway Van
- 2015 Chevrolet Express Cutaway Van
- 2016 Chevrolet Express Cutaway Van
- 2017 Chevrolet Express Cutaway Van
- 2018 Chevrolet Express Cutaway Van
- 2019 Chevrolet Express Cutaway Van
- 2003 GMC Savana
- 2004 GMC Savana
- 2005 GMC Savana
- 2006 GMC Savana
- 2007 GMC Savana
- 2008 GMC Savana
- 2009 GMC Savana
- 2010 GMC Savana
- 2011 GMC Savana
- 2012 GMC Savana
- 2013 GMC Savana
- 2014 GMC Savana
- 2015 GMC Savana
- 2016 GMC Savana
- 2017 GMC Savana
- 2018 GMC Savana
- 2019 GMC Savana
- 2020 GMC Savana
- 2021 GMC Savana
- 2022 GMC Savana
- 2023 GMC Savana
Plus 14 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 23V-247 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 150,830 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.