1999 GMC Safari review from North America
"Nice vehicle with some inferior parts"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Drivers window motor had to be replaced at 20000 miles. My previous Astro van had the same problem.
Washer fluid system would not work after only 1000 miles.
Brakes were pulsing when the brake was applied. I took it to a mechanic and he said the rotors were so grooved and warped that if he turned them they would not be thick enough to pass inspection. This was at 28,889 miles. The dealer where I purchased it said that GMC would only guarantee rotors up to 12 months or 36,000 miles. I called 800 -GMC-Truc and was told pretty much the same thing. They offered a free oil change for my trouble ($200 for rotors) They are so kind! Because of their attitude, my next car will probably be a Honda.
General comments?
I have enjoyed owning the van until this point. If the GMC had made an effort to help pay for the inferior rotors I would be thrilled. We use the van on long trips and it has performed beautifully. I don't care much for the hump in the middle of the center seat.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 290 miles |
| Most recent distance | 28889 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Chevy Astro |
| Date of Entry | 21st November, 2002 |