1997 GMC Safari engine problems

Filed Apr 9, 2004 · Body, Engine · VA

Consumer disappointed in some of the problems he had with the chassis and other auxiliary systems. (nar) *ph transmission, engine, AC/ heater, gas gauge, windshield wiper motor, electric window.

Filed Feb 19, 2004 · Electrical, Engine · MI

Ongoing problems with defective components on consumer's two vans. Each van has had problems with it's transmission, alternator, motors for door and windows, catalytic converter, fuel pump, oxygen sensors and windshield wiper motor. *la the consumer has two gmc safari's both 1997 models. Their VIN's are [xxx] and [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · 122,000 miles · MN

A/c/heating: rear heat went out and had to be rewired engine: the water pump went out and had to replace it, that was covered by warranty. But still has a front oil leak some where in the front. Other: I heard a grinding noise while going down the road I took it in to the dealer I bought it from and they looked it over and said nothing was wrong. Shortly after warranty ran out the transfer case went out so we had a used one put in and it only lasted four months now it sits in the garage there should be something to do about the transfer case they should last longer. Brakes: been having trouble with the ABS brakes since we bought it took it in to a dealer and they said nothing was wrong with it. I ended up doing the brakes and found they had cracked pads causing the noise in the brakes. Found out that all wheel drive is not what it is made out to be, I have had a lot of issues with this 1997 gmc safari all wheel drive van.

Filed Sep 23, 2003 · Engine · 78,000 miles · CA

The throttle body on our 1997 gmc safari came apart sending pieces into the engine and failing in a wide open throttle condition that was not controllable by the driver. This occurred when the driver entered the freeway and the car accelerated through 85 miles per hour without any depression of the accelertor. The driver had to continuously apply brake pressure to keep speed somewhat under control. The only means to control the engine was to turn it off.

Filed Sep 18, 2001 · Engine · MD

The honeycomb catalyst material is broken and can be heard to be rattling around within the catalytic converter. The catalyst within the housing will further deteriorate, break apart, and migrate into the muffler. Since the muffler is not shielded as well as the catalytic converter, this presents a very real fire hazard.

Filed Jan 14, 2001 · Engine · CA

Engine has rough idle/check engine light previously, dealer performed engine tune-up. Next problem of rough engine/check engine light, still waiting from dealer as to the cause. Tsb 00-06-04-003 has been issued concerning this problem, the question is, this should be a recall item, since this is a safety hazard while travelling at freeway speeds.

Filed Jul 27, 2000 · Engine · AR

Oil circulation tube (part # 15996928) has ruptured, causing oil to spill all over engine. *ak this failure also resulted in engine damage that could not be fixed therefore the engine needed to be replaced.

Filed Jul 7, 2000 · Engine · GA

Vehicle will stop/it completely dies intermittenly without warning. Dealer claims cannot determine cause of defect.please provide further information.

Filed Mar 16, 2000 · Brakes, Engine · FL

Vehicle stalls at a slow speed or when applying accelerator pedal from a stop position. Vehicle been in/out of dealer shop on 12 occasions, and at two different dealers. Problem is still unresolved. Rotors repaired/out of round, master power window switch failed, headlamp switch replaced.*ak

Filed Oct 12, 1999 · Body, Engine · UN

Engine leak and rattle noise. Nlm