The 1998 GMC Savana is a van that came with a choice of 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl and 5.7L 8-cyl engines. At 28 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.
| Body style | Vans, Cargo Type, Vans, Passenger Type |
|---|---|
| Engines | 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl |
| Transmissions | Automatic 4-spd |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Fuel economy | 12–13 city / 16–18 highway / 14–15 combined MPG |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $4,450–$4,800 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles) |
| Tailpipe CO₂ | 592–635 grams per mile |
| Versions tested by EPA | 6 configurations: Savana 1500/2500 2WD (cargo), Savana 1500/2500 2WD (passenger) |
| Age | 28 years |
Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 1998 GMC Savana. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and multi-purpose passenger vehicles. One or both front brake rotor/hubs were built with an out-of-specification gray iron that can fail during the life of the vehicle.
Risk: If a driver continues to drive with a cracked rotor, the cracks could continue around the wheel mounting bolt circle and ultimately result in a wheel separation.
Owners have filed 33 complaints about the 1998 GMC Savana with NHTSA. 1 report involved a fire.
Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.
Manufacturers have filed 65 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 1998 GMC Savana. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.
This 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
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
This 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
This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
Vehicle Recalls
Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
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It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.
Yes. We buy 1998 Savanas that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.
Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1998 GMC Savana; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.
Data retrieved October 2026.
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