Two problems related to automatic transmission have been reported for the 1997 GMC Savana. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
1997 GMC Savana engine and transmission compartments caught fire while driving. The consumer stated he did experience overheating problems earlier in the day. (ohio traffic crash report # 10-0256-89) updated02/24/10.
1. Rear adjustment spring was not installed in vehicle from factory, causing brakes to become spongy. 2. Transmission has become faulty wihtin 42,000.