1999 GMC Safari LS from North America - Comments

7th Feb 2005, 22:53

"Versatile, great concept, but good luck keeping it in one piece"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

Air conditioner went out at 10K.

Power windows failed twice (motors)

Right front wheel bearing at 40K at a cost of 1K just in "parts"

Sliding door jams frequently.

Driver door handle fell off.

Arm rests cracked beyond comfort.

Passenger seat plastic protectors fell off.

Frequent pulling and brake issues despite high end life time pads installed (3 times)

Motor failed (crank bearing) at 80K. Motor is junk and will have to be replaced.

General comments?

I bought this van because it hauls kids and family like there is no tomorrow. The AWD is the best in the snow; however, the front seats do not have any leg room and the car just won't stay together and presents a real safety hazard with it's insufficient brake system. I believe the brake rotors are way too small. My plan was to upgrade the rotors with high end aftermarket high performance parts... until the motor blew up.


17th Jul 2006, 18:51

I am on my second van, this one is better than the first. I love the van, would not change it for any other. None stand up to the wear and tear as good, parts are cheaper than most front wheel drives, and the question is why stop making them after all these years?

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