The fuel pump on my gmc 2001 safari van makes a loud whining noise. I am looking into why this would occur on a 4 year old vehicle. I have owned other gmc's and not heard of any such problems. I feel this to be a safety hazard and am looking to have it replaced by the dealer without charge as soon as possible.
GMC Safari fuel pump problems
13 of the 1,091 owner complaints about the GMC Safari describe fuel pump failure, most of them for the 1996 model year.
- owner complaints
- 13
- worst model year
- 1996
- typical mileage
- 87,000
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below
By model year
- 20011
- 20001
- 19992
- 19973
- 19965
- 19941
Often reported together
What owners say
The consumer was driving at 40 MPH, when the vehicle shut down. The vehicle had to be towed. It was discovered the fuel pump was defective. *nm
The consumer 1996 gmc safari van electrical problem with fuel pump. *bf the fuel pump did not pump fuel. The fuel pump suffered electrical damage. The fuel filter was changed when the rebuilt engine was placed in the vehicle. The main bearing was shot.
Problem with 1996 gmc safari van not starting. *bf the mechanic found the fuel pump was not pumping fuel. Upon retrieving the fuel pump from the gas tank, he found it to have suffered severe electrical damage. The actual failure was not the fuel pump, but because it generated enough heat to melt the hose coming from the pump along the connection. The consumer also stated he had to have a rebuilt engine installed after the first engine failed with only 87,000 miles.
Smelled gasoline. Checked for leaks. Found gasoline leaking from the fitting where the supply line transitions form a plastic hose that originates at the fuel pump to the 3/8 inch steel fuel line. This leak was very close to the hot exhaust muffler. This is obviously a very dangerous situation and should prompt a recall.
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).
Windshield wipers do not operate - recalled - dealer claims it was repaired, now wipers operate whenever it feels like it. Both torsion rods failed without warning within 1 day apart of each other. Mechanic revealed that gm now has a special technique to be done when this happens and it costs an extra $90 to repair. Which means they are aware of the problem and will not recall the vehicles and replace at their cost. Broken spark plug almost killed my family. Fuel pump went out. Driver's side window does not roll down, driver's side view mirror does not operate.
Consumer had 8 fuel pumps put into vehicle since she had it. Fuel pump keeps failing, causing vehicle to completely shut off with no warning.
While driving 40 MPH engine stalled. Dealer replaced fuel pump. On july 1 while driving 50 MPH engine stalled again. Fuel pump needed to be replaced again.
The vehicles fuel system is faulty causing the vehicle to exhibit a no start or stall condition while driving, the dealer has replaced fuel pump relay, 4 terminal connectors at the power distribution center, the check engine light illuminated and the dealer replaced all six injectors. Nlm
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting
- What is wrong
- The fuel lines attached to the fuel tank were not properly tightened.
- Risk
- These fuel lines can loosen to the point of allowing fuel to leak from the lines resulting in a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will lower the fuel tank and tighten the fuel tank lines to the proper torque value.
Recall number 94V188000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Fuel return hoses may break at either crimped coupling, causing a leakage of fuel.
- Risk
- In the event of a fuel return line separation, a fuelleak occurring in the presence of an ignition source could cause a fire.
- Remedy
- Install a properly crimped fuel return hose.
Recall number 90V146000 · Recall details
Questions about the GMC Safari fuel pump
Which GMC Safari years have fuel pump failure problems?
The model years with the most reports are 1996 (5 complaints), 1997 (3 complaints) and 1999 (2 complaints).
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