1993 GMC Safari
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 35 |
| 1991 | 40 |
| 1992 | 60 |
| 1993 | 61 |
| 1994 | 125 |
| 1995 | 195 |
| 1996 | 139 |
| 1997 | 135 |
| 1998 | 89 |
| 1999 | 61 |
| 2000 | 68 |
| 2001 | 39 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
56% of complaints: service brakes — 34 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH INJURY11% of complaints: suspension — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing torsion bar and front.
11% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing ignition and alternator/generator/regulator.
10% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing park/neutral start interlock switch and transfer case (4-wheel drive).
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
GEAR SHIFTER CAN BE MOVED WITHOUT PUTTING FOOT ON BRAKE. PLEASE GIVE MORE DETAILS. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950830
THE BRACKETS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE TRANSFER CASE, WHICH HELD THE FRONT AXLE IN PLACE. CONSUMER VERY CONCERNED ABOUT TRANSFER CASE DROPPING WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION.*AK *PH *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030725
8% of complaints: steering — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing idler and attachment and hydraulic power assist system.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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 VEHICLE
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.
Campaign 06E041000 — check if this car was fixed
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 MANUFACTURE
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).
Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1993 GMC Safari — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (34 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06E041000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1993 GMC Safari reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1993 GMC Safari is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1993 GMC Safari?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 GMC Safari have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.