1995 GMC Safari suspension problems

Filed Nov 21, 2012 · Suspension · WA

1995 gmc safari. Consumer states the rear springs are carbon fiber and have delaminated. *tgw the consumer stated it caused an unstable condition while driving at highway speeds as the vehicle's body was not properly supported and could drop onto the frame at any time, which could result in an uncontrollable behavior of the vehicle and cause an accident.

Filed Oct 4, 2007 · Suspension · 144,000 miles · WV

Tl*the contact owns a 1995 gmc safari. While the vehicle was parked in the garage, the front torsion bar on the front driver side snapped in half. The entire driver side front end dropped down on the tire. The contact called gm and was informed that the vehicle was out of warranty and that he would be responsible for the repair. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 156,000 and failure mileage was 144,000.

Filed Jun 20, 2005 · Suspension · MI

The consumer owns a 1995 gmc safari. The contact says while the vehicle was sitting in the garage they heard a loud banging noise. When they went out to the garage they noticed that the torsion bar snapped. The mechanic noticed several of the same vehicles with the same problem. Also on the federal safety agency website there were 26 complaints for this same problem. *ak the consumer requested reimbursement. The dealer replaced both the left broken torsion bar and the right torsion. *sc

Filed Apr 18, 2004 · Suspension · 75,000 miles · UT

When right front torsion bar on all wheel drive minivan was replaced two years ago, van began exhibiting unstable, extremely sensitive, and dangerous handling characteristics at highway speeds. Replacement of tires, two sets of shock absorbers, and multiple realignments at my expense did not solve this problem. If I had needed to make an emergency evasive maneuver under these conditions, my van would very likely have rolled over. When left front torsion bar was replaced this week, I was informed that gm had developed a new torsion bar design, and that I was now required to replace both left and right bars if either failed. This dual replacement finally solved my handling problems. The manufacturer should recall and replace such defective parts free when they endanger passengers! I have paid for replacing three defective torsion bars over a two year period.

Filed Dec 22, 2003 · Suspension · 66,144 miles · OH

The front of vehicle was very low to the ground. Consumer found that the right torsion bar broke.

Filed Dec 22, 2003 · Suspension · 66,144 miles · OH

Right torsion bar broke overnight in my garage.only has 66k miles, parked in a garage at all times. Most astro/safari vans break on the left side. The dealer informed me that I can no longer buy the 41 inch bar, I must buy the new 36 inch bar and adjuster arm for both sides. The adjusters are welded into the frame which must be cut out and rewelded in. I liked our van until I starded dealing with this problem. I have found a gm replacement kit from overlandvans.com for much less than the dealer is asking. I do not understand why the federal safety agency does not issue a recall on this and the only thing gm can say is "your van is not under warranty". No one seems to care about all the families traveling in these vehicles. I hope that no one gets hurt, there will be more failures. I feel there must be a recall issued for this known defect. I feel this is much more important than a windshield wiper motor recall! I will be selling the van after the repair has be made. Sorry gm, I will not buy another one, this is our 2nd awd van and will be our last!

Filed Sep 6, 2003 · Suspension · MI

Left front torsion bar broke as it was put into gear from park. Mechanic states that this is a problem with this make and model, but no recall has been initiated. Can't find replacement torsion bar and have to order replacement kit that requires replacement of both torsion bars which more than triples the repair costs.

Filed Aug 14, 2003 · Suspension · 87,000 miles · MN

Torsion bar broke, and the front end of the vehicle collapsed into the front tires while the vehicle was parked. The cause of the failure was undetermined.

Filed Aug 2, 2003 · Suspension · IL

I do have 95 gmc safari awd w/99,000 mile on it and I drive a lot at highway all the time. Last month july 31, 03 I drove my van at highway early morning to go work it was fine and during before go to lunch head out to my van and I notice my left frt suspension went down. I hoist to the lift and notice it my left frt torsion bar was broken. I call my dealer at gmc about the safety problem of my van they said no recall. I love my van and my families ride with it, too. This suspension is unsafe and now I'm affraid to put my family to this van again, very dangerous. I spent $450.00 to replace both side torsion bar and brkt, I do it myself. By the way I'm auto tech mechanic for 18yr's and I do hope you make this concern...

Filed Feb 10, 2003 · Steering, Suspension · MN

Broken torsion bars