1998 GMC Safari problems

Filed Feb 4, 2014 · Brakes · 290,000 miles · IL

Excessive corrosion of hydraulic brake lines. Brake lines so corroded that they are cracking and splitting leaking fluid and necessitating expensive repairs. Corrosion also noted on fuel lines, and vehicle undercarriage.

Filed Jul 3, 2007 · Visibility · 110,000 miles · WA

Tl*the contact owns a 1998 gmc safari. While driving 30 MPH, the windshield wipers failed. However, they began operating again five to ten minutes later. The failure occurred intermittently. The contact stated that rainfall is frequent in his state. No warning indicator lights were present during or after the failure. The failure is related to the federal safety agency campaign id # 03v159000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer). The dealer has not diagnosed the cause of failure. The current mileage is 143,000 and failure mileage was 110,000. Updated 05/06/08. *lj updated 05/06/08

Filed May 2, 2007 · Visibility · 160,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 gmc safari. The current and failure mileage were 160,000. While driving 65 MPH on a rainy night the windshield wipers failed causing the contact to be unable to see through the windshield. After swerving to the side of the road almost getting hit the vehicle was parked until it stopped raining. The mechanic stated that the motor stopped operating because the solder joint cracked.

Filed Sep 18, 2006 · Visibility · 85,000 miles · MI

1998 safari van, random failure of windshield wiper motor, there is no pattern to it, it fails intermittently to function, which is kind of a safety concern, since the only time I use the wipers is during a rainstorm, which reduces vision greatly.

Filed May 13, 2005 · Engine · 30,738 miles · MI

1998 gmc safari has died five times and each time there was a loss of brakes and power steering ability.*mr stalled while driving (no start), check fuel system. Perform fuel induction and throttle body clean. R&r old belt, tensioner came apart, replace tensioner and belt to repair.

Filed Feb 22, 2005 · Fuel system · 71,000 miles · IA

Our van broke down on my wife while shuttling 5 kids from school. After having it towed to a repair shop, I was told the fuel injectors failed in such a way as to pump gasoline through the electrical wiring harness and short out the computer. The repair bill was estimated at $3,000.00. The injectors, the wiring harness and the computer all had to be replaced. The repair shop called a local gmc dealer and was told they have had 3 or 4 of these recently. I contacted gmc several times and asked them for information and assistance. When gasoline is shorting out an electrical component, I see a tremendous risk of fire. I asked gmc several times if there would be potential for re-occurance in my van and also if it could happen in our blazer of the same year and engine. They have ignored every request. Their only response was that I need to take responsibility for my vehicle at some point. They said the vehicle is past warranty and not their problem. I asked them why they sent me two recall notices for this same vehicle earlier this year if it is past warranty. They said because the two issues were a known problem. A outside mirror switch and an audible seat belt warning. I have no issue with having to pay upkeep on my vehicle. When a part fails in such an unsafe manner and ruins a wiring harness and a computer, I see a manufacturer defect they should address.

Filed Feb 10, 2005 · Transmission · 93,000 miles · CO

1998 gmc safari van automatic transmission model 700, failured at 93,000 miles due to a 3rd gear slippage. I found in my research to fix this problem this was common for gmc trucks with this transmission for this to fail between 90,000 and 100,000 even with scheduled service. Gmc agreed to replace with a factory rebuild, which they did but at my cost of $2,300.00, with a 36 month/50,000 mile warranty. I could not find any tech service bulletins or recalls on your web site, do you have anyother information. Gmc and its dealership is already aware of my product displeasure when I expect quailty and durability it was not there. Please respond, thank you.

Filed Jan 24, 2005 · Suspension · 20,900 miles · MI

Idle links had to be changed at 21,000 miles. Consumer went to a repair shop to have the front end aligned, and that was when consumer was informed that this problem occurred. *ak

Filed Jan 5, 2005 · Electrical, Locks · 80,000 miles · MO

Vehicle is experiencing a lot of electrical problems. The driver's side window will not go up and down, and it makes a horrible noise. Door locks lock and unlock inadvertently. Windshield wipers only work when it is not raining. The heat and air conditioner blower only operate through the defroster. Also, unless consumer keeps foot on the accelerator the battery almost dies.

Filed Dec 19, 2004 · Electrical · 70,000 miles · TX

I have a 98 gmc safari, I have had three (3) rear AC blower control switches burn up in it six (6) years. The switches are melted from overheating. Do you have any other complaints over this issue? The date listed below is the last one.