KnownCarProblems2000 GMC Safari Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 68 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 GMC Safari, most often about the brakes (41% of complaints, typically around 59,500 miles). It is the most complained-about Safari model year since 2000.
Complaints68
Recalls0
Crashes reported11
Fires reported0
Injuries reported2
Most common 2000 GMC Safari problems
Brakes
28 complaints · 41%Half of these problems showed up before 59,500 miles. Parts named most often: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, foundation components, power assist, controls.
Dt: the contact stated the ABS sensor and hub bearings had to be replaced. The ABS was activating at low speeds at 5 MPH. This has been a problem for the past year. The ABS light on the dashboard kept coming on. She has taken the vehicle to the dealer once. The dealer replaced the wheel speed sensors on the front of…
: the contact stated the ABS system activates at any speed. There is no significant difference in the brake pedal when depressed. There is an NHTSA recall, # 05v379000, regarding the service brakes; hydraulic antilock. The VIN was not included in the recall.
Fuel system
8 complaints · 12%Parts named most often: delivery, fuel injection system, storage, carburetor system.
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.
The gasoline line had rusted, and the consumer could smell fumes inside the vehicle. The dealership fixed the problem. Please provide more information.
Body and structure
7 complaints · 10%Parts named most often: body, frame and members.
The lift gate strut(s) had snapped with no warning, causing it to become hard to open and close. The dealer was notified. Ts the hatch didn't stay open when lifting, due to a worn right strut assembly. Scc
While the consumer was gripping a dash board handle to pull herself up, the handle crumbled into 5 to 6 pieces. The manufacturer and the dealer are aware of the problem. Consumer stated that the dealer became aware of the problem when consumer ordered for the replacement part. Dealership removed the 2 mounting bolts…
Steering
6 complaints · 9%Parts named most often: hydraulic power assist system, linkages.
GMC Safari 2000 4.3 liter 6 cylinder engine 2 wd 6000#towing package power steering moans every time turn is made to either side, hasn't failed, but there is a vibration in the steering column. Car dealer said that had been problem with others, steering linkage in column replaced after long wait for part, no change…
There were two cases: first I was involved in a wreck with a car hitting me in the rear so hard that my back compartments wont open and now the air bag light is on and wont go off. Another case was as I was driving slowly to the laundry matt my power steering quit while my brakes went to the floor. It scared me to…
Lights
6 complaints · 9%Parts named most often: headlights, brake lights.
Automatic headlights that come on when vehicle is turned on do not work, nor do they work when the switch is engaged. Manufacturer and the dealer have been notified of the problem.
The contact owns a 2000 GMC Safari. The contact stated that the brake lights and hazard lights failed. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic who advised he would make a temporary repair. The manufacturer was not contacted in regards to the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000. Updated…
Electrical
6 complaints · 9%Parts named most often: wiring, instrument cluster/panel.
- the contact stated that while driving the 2000 GMC Safari at 55 MPH on cruise control. He came to a traffic light and contact pressed on the brake pedal trying to disengage the cruise control, but the cruise control did not disengage. The contact had to use the on and off switch to shut off cruise control. The…
When I was driving to do laundry. I lost all control of the power steering and the brakes were gone. This scared me to death also my air bag light is staying on plus the battery light and brakes
Doors and locks
5 complaints · 7%Parts named most often: doors.
Rear door handle became stiff and hard to open within months of purchase. The dealership was not able to fix it properly. Over the following two years the problem became progressively worse and now the handle is cracking. We cannot use the back door anymore. I have since discovered that this was a common problem with…
2000 GMC Safari, back top door never seated right and fixed twice. Resulted in slow leak until seals broke and van accumulated water under carpets and mold of various sorts grew. Respiratory problems and allergies. Husband began to check where leaking and found carpet underneath entire van as a cease-pool filled with…
Transmission
5 complaints · 7%Parts named most often: automatic transmission, axle assembly, driveline.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2000 GMC Safari recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2000 GMC Safari
- What are the most common problems with the 2000 GMC Safari?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: brakes (28 complaints, typically around 59,500 miles); fuel system (8 complaints); body and structure (7 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2000 GMC Safari have?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2000 GMC Safari. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
- Is the 2000 a bad year for the GMC Safari?
- It is the most complained-about Safari model year since 2000, with 68 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.