1992 GMC Safari
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 1992 GMC Safari. Newest first.
Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Remedy
Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
Certain r&b, inc. Central multiport fuel injection (cmfi) fuel return lines, models help 55163, napa balkamp 700-3270, and the connection 2560001, sold for use as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. the fuel return line has a mechanical bleed valve which was not installed at the proper torque.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A fuel leak can occur at the valve, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy
R&b, inc. Will notify owners and at the customers request, either replace the fuel line or offer a full refund. the recall began on may 4, 2006. owners may contact r&b, inc. At 215-712-5330.
Severe corrosion due to road salt at the joint of the stamped steel center section and the cast outer section can cause the sections to separate.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Separation of the rotor sections can cause loss ofbraking ability in the affected wheel. This could result in increased stoppingdistance and/or loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Remedy
Replace the front brake rotors with new rotors with a corrosion protection coating. However, if replacement of brake linings are necessary, it will be done at owner's expense since brake linings are normal maintenance items.
Owner complaints
59 complaints4 involved a crash2 involved a fire3 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Suspension › Front
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle's front suspension dropped onto the front tires while the vehicle was parked and not in use. the contact attempted to replace the shocks to resolve the issue but the shocks did not resolve the problem. the dealer was not contacted. there was nothing that led up to the occurrence.
- Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash
As for events leading up to the failure, I am not aware of any. I opened the door of my van and found the smell of melting plastic coming out of it. After further inspection I found that my cigarette lighter, which I usually don't have in the plug, because I use the plug for too many other things…
As for events leading up to the failure, I am not aware of any. I opened the door of my van and found the smell of melting plastic coming out of it. After further inspection I found that my cigarette lighter, which I usually don't have in the plug, because I use the plug for too many other things has melted and was stuck inside my dash. After taking that panel off to see if I could get the lighter out of the plug, I attempted to unplug the wires but while doing this the small amount of the plug that was still attached to the dash broke free and started sparking. At this point it blew a fuse so I cut the wires just to be safe and taped them separately with electrical tape. Later that night I could smell another burning type smell but it wasn't until the next morning that I figured out what it was. Now whenever I use my heater/ac there IS smoke that comes out from behind that instrument panel. When the fuse blew I lost all the interior lights and I am afraid that if I replace the fuse that the cigarette plug will start sparking again. So as it stands now the cigarette lighter IS gone, I have no interior lights and I can't use my heater or a/c. I did keep the lighter that was all melted. *nm
- Child seat
I have a 1992 GMC safari van. It has no anchor system for a child seat and GMC customer service indicates no requirement for such a system. It IS my opion that just like other vehicles the van should have an anchor system for the child seat and the manufacturer should be required to supply such a system. *ak
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Torsion bar
While wife an family were in van, passenger side torsion bar snapped, slamming right front of vehicle down. AWD difficult to control and causing family to become stranded. gm has discontinued replacements, a conversion IS available from them for over $500.00 and both sides need to be replaced/modified. *ak
- Suspension › Front › Stabilizer bar
The consumer noticed that the front stabilizer bar snapped in two places, causing the vehicle to become inoperative. the dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak *sc *jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While applying the brakes ABS light appeared on the dashboard, and remains on until the vehicle was turned off. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic could not duplicate or resolve the problem. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
ABS system failed. dealer stated that it was not a safety issue, they still had brakes. *Ak ABS failed when consumer pressed on the brakes to avoid collision with another vehicle. ABS light came on and stayed on. the loss of ABS was caused by the failure of internal brake module. consumer…
ABS system failed. dealer stated that it was not a safety issue, they still had brakes. *Ak ABS failed when consumer pressed on the brakes to avoid collision with another vehicle. ABS light came on and stayed on. the loss of ABS was caused by the failure of internal brake module. consumer declined replacement because when he was quoted by the dealer of the expense for repair, cost was $1300, and was told that vehicle will still have the same braking capability even without ABS. in addition, recall on dipstick, to indicate transmission resevoir. if dipstick IS shorter, it would cause transmission to slip. *la
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Torsion bar
The vehicle make a popping noise, and it was discovered that the left front end was almost sitting on the tire due to both torsion bars were broke. *Yh
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Torsion bar
Drivers side front tortion bar breaks causing the front end to dive very hard and hit bottom of frame extremely hard causing loss of control due to the front end hitting the bottom of travel.*ak
- Suspension › Rear › Springs › Leaf spring assembly
Defective bracket that holds rear springs to rear axle broke,causing rear end to fall, which almost resulted in a crash, consumer stated that the only thing keeping the rear from leaving the van was the rear shocks. . *ak *slc
- Unknown or other
Paint IS peeling. No safety defect. *ak
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Torsion bar
After awhile torsion bar broke down, there was no warning. Consumer said that dealer should have noticed the problem.*ak
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Torsion bar
Vehicle was parked in driveway. Came out & noticed vehicle was laying on the ground due to broken torsion bar . vehicle towed to dealership & serviced. Bulletin on torsion bar from manufacturer. torsion bar was repairable.*ak
- Service brakes, air › Antilock
No summary
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
ABS brake warning light illuminated, indicating a malfunction within the system, cause unknown. please give any further details. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
The ABS system faulty. nlm
- Equipment › Mechanical › Carrier/rack
Piece of wiring that held up spare rusted through. If consumer were to travel on the highway at high speeds and tire fell off, there would have probably been some injuries.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
When braking on icy road the brakes will totally disengage even if some wheels are on dry pavement
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
Underhood fire totalled the vehicle. please provide further details. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Problem with delay in stopping distance whenever brakes are applied in wet/snowy road condition. This condition could have caused a vehicle collision. Dealer notified and nothing was done. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Brakes were spongy, and were not stopping on contact. Pedal would go to the floor stopping, but would not react or stop like they should if pressed fast. *ak
- Service brakes, air › Antilock
Approaching stop sign, pushed on brake pedal, there was a loud bang and vehicle did not stop; went through stop. Since this incident ABS has not worked(dashboard lamps on) and requires additional stopping distance to stop.
- Unknown or other
Sofa in the rear of vehicle malfunctioned, it unfolded pinning a child in it. cause unknown. please give any further details. *ak
- Steering › Linkages › Arm › Idler and attachment · Suspension › Front
Replaced front end suspension. also idler armsand attachments replaced. *ak
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10028790General motors: on all 1988-2009 full size chevrolet/gmc pickups, utilities and vans, the brake pedal will move down or self apply during full lock turns or near full lock turns. Chevrolet astro and GMC safari vans; hummer 2 are included. Updated 5/24/11.
- 10007838Diagnostic information for intermittent transmission downshift, slip, busy/cycling tcc or noisy cooling fan.
- 10007244Window regulator motor does not fit.
- 634999Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks.
- 52576Special policy adjustment - linear exhaust gas recirculation system.
- 45824Cpi engine noise (install new gears/new mem-cals).
- 39304Cold engine knock.
- 38072Hvac fan inoperative.
- 37947Oil pressure gauge reading concerns.
- 37942Transmission extention seal leaks.
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