Tl* the contact owns a 2000 gmc safari. The contact stated while towing a boat, upon placing the vehicle in reverse with the brake depressed, the brake pedal went to the floor. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who performed a diagnosed, which revealed that the rear brake lines were corroded. The manufacturer took a report 71-976167230, but refused to assist with the cost of the repair due to the age of the vehicle. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and the current miles was 106,000.
The worst 2000 GMC Safari (GMC) problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes4
- Fuel system1
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- Brakes4
- Fuel system1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2000 GMC Safari (GMC) 154
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Electrical system
- Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles
- GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities
- This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves...
- This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as...
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS)...
- This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake...
- This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil...
- This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer...
What 2000 GMC Safari (GMC) owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Abs, when braking at slower speeds the ABS activates and brake pedal pulsates making it very very difficult to stop. Happens every time we stop in good or bad weather.
Fuel pump went out at 4,500 miles dealer replaced with new fuel pump, then it went out again around 5,000 miles. Replaced fuel pump again then at 115,000 miles fuel pump again went out. Dealer acted like that's no surprise to him.
Total brake failure during low speed, hard left turn into parking space on dry pavement. Brake pedal went to floor, pulsing. Vehicle continued into concrete barrier. Exterior damage: bumper, grill, and hood crumpled. Interior damage to engine compartment unk. No repairs attempted at this time. Vehicle drivable, brakes now appear to be functioning normally. Jb
Dt*: the contact stated while applying brake pressure at 10mph or less, the antilock brakes pulsated which increased stopping distance. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who was unable to duplicate the problem. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop who determined that the wheel speed sensor needed to be replaced. The problem was corrected after replacing the wheel speed sensor.
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Questions about the 2000 GMC Safari (GMC)
Is the 2000 GMC Safari (GMC) reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2000 GMC Safari (GMC), 5.0 times a typical Safari (GMC) model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 GMC Safari (GMC)?
Brakes, with 4 complaints. Next is fuel system (1).
How many recalls does the 2000 GMC Safari (GMC) have?
No recalls on record.
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