2002 GMC Safari 2WD (Passenger) recalls and complaints
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2002 GMC Safari 2WD (Passenger); the most frequently affected component is fuel system, gasoline. Owners filed 32 complaints, most often about service brakes. Among the 6 model years of this model in the database, 2002 ranks #2 for number of recalls.
Fuel system, gasolineCampaign 06E043000 · 19 May 2006
Problem: 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, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). The connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. As a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
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).
Exterior lightingCampaign 06E026000 · 23 Mar 2006
Problem: Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Exterior lighting — SwitchCampaign 05V099000 · 14 Mar 2005
Problem: On certain minivans, the multifunction switch may develop an open circuit condition in the stop lamp or hazard lamp circuit that results in the stop lamps and hazard lamps being inoperative.
Risk: The loss of stop lamps and rear hazard lamps could fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is braking and/or is stopped and could lead to a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the hazard warning flasher switch and apply special grease to the contacts at the time of installation of the module free of charge. The repair would be used in vehicles in which the hazard slider button is still movable. If a vehicle has a hazard slider button that is not movable (frozen), the entire multifunction switch will be replaced. The recall began on april 13, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or gmc at 1-866-996-9463.
What owners complain about
Share of the 25 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Service brakes12 · 48%
Hydraulic11 · 44%
Suspension4 · 16%
Electrical system3 · 12%
Visibility3 · 12%
Air bags2 · 8%
Equipment2 · 8%
Steering2 · 8%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
2002 gmc safari brakes would not perform properly. *ts ***no answer required*** the brakes would not stop the vehicle and resulted in extended stopping distance. The consumer mentioned this problem to the dealer several times but each time they claimed that no problem was found. The consumer heard of the recall on…
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 gmc safari. While driving 45 mph, the contact's vehicle was struck on the driver's side by a 2006 dodge caravan. The contact's vehicle then crashed into a pole. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained lower back pain, a bruised toe, a forehead gash, and damage to the ribs.…
While driving during foggy conditions at 20 to 25 mph, consumer lost control of vehicle and hit a tree. The airbags failed to deploy. As a result, the driver broke her back. A police report was taken. Please describe further. *ph
Consumer states that the instrument panel goes out with out warning at night. The overhead information panel has not worked since vehicle was purchased. Mr the vehicle stalled due to battery failure. The driver's and passenger side doors failed due to electrical lock failure. The right passenger window fogs up and…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.