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The worst 2005 GMC Safari problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body2
- Steering2
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Suspension1
Problems by type
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- Body2
- Steering2
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Suspension1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2005 GMC Safari 507
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- Unknown or other
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- Electrical system
- Unknown or other
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field...
- Unknown or other
- Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles
- This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding...
2005 GMC Safari fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3L 6‑cyl | RWD | 14-15 | 19-20 | 16-17 |
| 4.3L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 12-14 | 16-18 | 14-15 |
What 2005 GMC Safari owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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2005 safari with defective frame**nar**cc the frame holding the a frame had rusted through, which allowed the bolt holding the a frame to cut its way through the frame and drop the lower a frame. The consumer stated the frame dropped while backing out of a parking spot.
Driver noticed that the steering system did not work properly. It took approximately four to five attempts to make a complete u-turn. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic claimed that it was normal.
1. The breaking system is real bad that caused a great shaking in the stirring wheel. 2. Unusual sound in the back of the van 3. Rattling noise in the shelves 4. Stirring wheel is not working good when making a u-turn, I need several attempts before making a complete u-turn. 5. Noise in the driver's side door and other minor problems.
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Questions about the 2005 GMC Safari
Is the 2005 GMC Safari reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2005 GMC Safari, fewer than a typical Safari model year.
What is the 2005 GMC Safari year score?
The 2005 GMC Safari scores 92 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the GMC Safari: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 GMC Safari?
Body and structure, with 2 complaints. Next is steering (2).
How many recalls does the 2005 GMC Safari have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 2005 GMC Safari get?
Official estimates for the 2005 GMC Safari range from 14 to 17 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.3L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 14-15 city and 19-20 highway.
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