We found the following complaints for GMC SAFARI (2001)
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Consumer states: while driving at the speed of 55mph was involved in a frontal collision neither air bag deployed. Also was a failure on the abs brake. Dealer has been notified. If you have any additional information feel free to add. Ts
After fueling, could not restart vehicle.dash lights.had to wait 15 - 30 minutes until i was able start vehicle.battery 4 months old,intermittent ongoing problem.independent research discovered via web search list problem with "ignition passlock/passkey security system".this is a manufacturing defect that my local gm dealer will not address or fix.estimated consumer repair cost over $1000,00.
At times vehicle will not start until the steering column shift lever is moved.all power is up, turn key and no response.depress brake pedal and move shift lever from p to d3 may cause starter to work.told by aaa driver that this is a common problem.
After running errands, vehicle would not restart.time in between errands 2 hours. Outside temp 95.had to wait 15 - 30 minutes in hot vehicle trying to start vehicle every 20-30 seconds.problem with passlock/passkey security system as listed on various web sites.checked with personal obd ii & can scan tool and found no dtc's.this problem is becoming more constant and occupant safety is a major concern.
After running errands,vehicle would not restart.brake & abs indicator lit.wait 15- 30 minutes and vehicle may restart.independent research found that this is a well known problem.noted: passlock/passkey security system intermittent failure.
Replaced carburetor, ignition coil and rotor. Steering fluid pump leaks, rust coming through paint, doors do not lock manuallyand can not open back hatch.
Passenger side power window goes part way down, will not go out - intermittent problem increased to permanent problem. Now goes down maybe 1/2 inch, only goes up 1/32 inch at a time.has been repaired twice, needs repair again.i purchased the vehicle used in 6/03, not long after that, problem surfaced in increasing regularity. When i had problem repaired by dealer in 1/04, i was told this had been repaired before. Items repaired / replaced, were:1314wsc95 - electrical misc.po45391- motorpo45386- actuator several rivets. The repair facility described the window problem as "binding", and a also found that the door lock was not activating properly due to a door lock mechanism problem (the actuator) as having an "internal short".the repair of 1/04 was good for about 14 months (dealer refused to warrant work), when in 3/05, the problem had gradually returned. When i asked the dealer if this was a common problem, he said it was not.i recently decided to look into the problem as i am about to have it repaired again, and see that the passenger windows on gmc vans have been a problem for a long time.i believe the malfunctioning window is a hazard, as it creates a dangerous situation for the driver when distracted by a malfunctioning window, which is used to protect the vehicles occupants from weather, smoke, dust and dirt, wind and even potential criminals.my attention has been drawn away from the normal hazards of urban and highway driving by the distraction of a malfunctioning window.why has this been allowed to be a prolific problem for so long?i wonder just how many complaints you have received on this issue? does someone have to actually die before you take action?
Vehical distroyed by electrical fire.
2001 gmc safari van caught fire burned to ground after started. White smoke came from dash immediately after started.
Open circuit condition that results in stop lamps and rear hazard lamps becoming inoperative. Center high mounted stop lamp and turn signal functions are not affected.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 result in a crash. This description was taken from nhtsa campaign id # 01v364000 and is the exact same problem i am having with my 2001 gmc safari van. The local gmc dealer wants almost $500.00to repair this item. I feel gmc should repair this at no charge 1st because it is a safety defect which could cause serious injury if involved in an accident and 2nd they have the exact same problems on several other models as per your campaign id # 01v364000. Gmc say's there is no recall on the safari van so they will not cover the repair. Any help you can provide will be greatly appreciated!thank you, [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The contact owns a 2001 gmc safari.the contact stated that the vehicle vibrates, backfires, and fails to start when cold. He has not taken the vehicle to a dealer.nhtsa service bulletin number 03-06-04-041 was referenced.the current mileage was 94,000 and failure mileage was 50,000.updated 03-04-08 when the vehicle did start, it would run rough and then stall. Updated
Every winter windshield wipers become frozenand obstruct the driver's view. Also theengine stalled at any speed.. Also the dash lights work intermittently.
Engine stalls asvehicle slows down. Intermittent problem as progressed by not restarting after it stalls. This will be the fifth time going in, and cannot be duplicated.dealer was notified. Pleae provide more information.
Consumer states that the lower brake lights on vehicle does not work at all. The bulbs and fuses have been replaced but lights still do not work.
Another individual informed the driver that the left and right front side brake lights failed to come on.driver took vehicleto the dealer, andmechanic informed the driver that this vehicle was not recalled due to vin.
While driving driver's seat belt unbuckled on its own.vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanicdetermined that the seat belt buckle needed to be replaced.then,driver noticed that the turn signal and brake lights were inoperative.vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, andmechanic informed determinedthat the brake light andturn signal flasher switch needed to be replaced.
Whenever i press the brake pedal while the hazard warning flashers are on, the fuse blows.i have replaced the fuse repeatedly after such occasions, but fortunately no accident has occurred.
While driving driver's seat belt unbuckled on its own.vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanicdetermined that the seat belt buckle needed to be replaced.then,driver noticed that the turn signal and brake lights were inoperative.vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, andmechanic informed determinedthat the brake light andturn signal flasher switch needed to be replaced.
The fuel pump on my gmc 2001 safari van makes a loud whining noise. I am looking into why this would occur on a 4 year old vehicle. I have owned other gmc's and not heard of any such problems. I feel this to be a safety hazard and am looking to have it replaced by the dealer without charge as soon as possible.
Every winter windshield wipers become frozenand obstruct the driver's view. Also theengine stalled at any speed.. Also the dash lights work intermittently.
Was driving, at night, approximately 30mph, the interior lights went out. The problem would be intermittently. Was informed by another motorist that no rear brake lights were visible.this only happens when the interior lights go out.had taken vehicle to a mechanic who repaired the multifunction switch.
Passenger side power window goes part way down, will not go out - intermittent problem increased to permanent problem. Now goes down maybe 1/2 inch, only goes up 1/32 inch at a time.has been repaired twice, needs repair again.i purchased the vehicle used in 6/03, not long after that, problem surfaced in increasing regularity. When i had problem repaired by dealer in 1/04, i was told this had been repaired before. Items repaired / replaced, were:1314wsc95 - electrical misc.po45391- motorpo45386- actuator several rivets. The repair facility described the window problem as "binding", and a also found that the door lock was not activating properly due to a door lock mechanism problem (the actuator) as having an "internal short".the repair of 1/04 was good for about 14 months (dealer refused to warrant work), when in 3/05, the problem had gradually returned. When i asked the dealer if this was a common problem, he said it was not.i recently decided to look into the problem as i am about to have it repaired again, and see that the passenger windows on gmc vans have been a problem for a long time.i believe the malfunctioning window is a hazard, as it creates a dangerous situation for the driver when distracted by a malfunctioning window, which is used to protect the vehicles occupants from weather, smoke, dust and dirt, wind and even potential criminals.my attention has been drawn away from the normal hazards of urban and highway driving by the distraction of a malfunctioning window.why has this been allowed to be a prolific problem for so long?i wonder just how many complaints you have received on this issue? does someone have to actually die before you take action?
Replaced carburetor, ignition coil and rotor. Steering fluid pump leaks, rust coming through paint, doors do not lock manuallyand can not open back hatch.
Replaced carburetor, ignition coil and rotor. Steering fluid pump leaks, rust coming through paint, doors do not lock manuallyand can not open back hatch.
While driving driver's seat belt unbuckled on its own.vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanicdetermined that the seat belt buckle needed to be replaced.then,driver noticed that the turn signal and brake lights were inoperative.vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, andmechanic informed determinedthat the brake light andturn signal flasher switch needed to be replaced.
Abs left wheel speed sensor failed @30k miles,then the right 300 miles later. With no warning and no warning light the car would slow to about 15mph then the brake pedal will go to the floor and car would not stop. Now 500 miles later same problem but the dealer is saying speed sensors were dirty !
When the brakes were applied, it took longer for the vehicle to stop.the consumer stated the vehicle vibrated to the point where the windows rattled when the brakes were applied. Also the power steering pump shaft was replaced.
The consumer is experiencing problems with the brakes. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and had the vehicle inspected. The dealership told the owner they added 3 ounces of brake fluid. The vehicle worked fine until the owner tried to park the vehicle. There were no brakes, again. Brake fluid was not the problem.provide further details.
Brakes faulty. Brand new pads installed last week all around adjusted and dealer claims all is well but problem still exists.it takes an extreme amount of force applied to the pedal to stop this vehicle, noticed at 35k. Dangerous and not easy to get used to.in addition, windshield leaks on the top drivers side and the rear right door handle is failing on back dutch doors now at 65k.also, both power door actuators on the drivers side and the passenger side failed completely at 34k.
At slow speeds the abs activates and the vehicle is hard to stop. The sierra van uses the same components as the trucks that were recalled by 05v379000 on 8/3/05. The problem is the same with dirty speed sensors.
Dt: 2001 gm safari.the consumerstates the brakes will not work for a couple of seconds and vehiclecould slide into the intersection.wife was scared to drive the car. The consumerwent to different dealers, they told himthat it may bethat the wheels needed to be repacked. . the consumer took vehicletook to local repair shop, the consumerwas told theynever heardof such a thing.the vehicle had 58,000 miles.brake failure started within months after the consumerpurchasedthe vehicle.brakes became worse. The consumercould not keep front tires from wearing out.
I have a 2001 gmc safari van.approx 49000 miles.i first expierenced my antiloc brake system activating when not needed at slow speeds.thinking this was a little odd and i thought i would need to get it to act up more in order to properly explain what is happening to my service personel.and i thought it was minor as even tho the antiloc system activated the brakes seemed to work fine.untill one day when all i heard was the noise accustomed with the antilock system but the brake pedal went to the floor.after pushing as hard as i have ever pushed on a brake pedal the van stopped. Being afraid to drive it anymore i got it into my service dept.who replaced both front wheel speed sensors.
Dt*:the contact stated the vehicle's anti lock braking system sensors were faulty andactivated on dry pavement at a speed of lower than 8 mph.there were no warning signal to indicate a failure. The failure occurred under normal braking.the vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic who advised filing a complaint with the national highway traffic safety administration.the manufacturer has not been notified yet by the contact.
The vehicle's abs malfunctioned.the abs would release when the pedal was applied in a normal manner if the consumer hit a bump. *sc the consumer stated he bumped the vehicle in front of him, but did not state if there was any damage.
At slow speeds the abs activates and the vehicle is hard to stop. The sierra van uses the same components as the trucks that were recalled by 05v379000 on 8/3/05. The problem is the same with dirty speed sensors.
Due to location ofbrake fluid container,brake fluid is impossible to check or refill,brake fluid container is located underneathvehicle .chassis identification number is s4041014383.
While applying the brake pedal to pull into the driveway, the pedal went to the floor. The consumer had to press the brake pedal several times to get the vehicle to stop. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The mechanic found that two brake lines leading to the right front caliper have rub through one another.
Hydraulic brake system failure due to right-front brake line rubbed on the transmission cooler line until the brake line leaked fluid out.brake pedal went to the floor and would not stop the vehicle.vehicle is only 1 year old.
With the engine off the vehicle had no braking ability and the pedal went to the floor, the consumer was letting the van roll back to allow another vehicle to get out of the driveway, the vehicle was taken to the dealer where they stated that the vehicle was operating as designed per gms specs.nlm
Consumer stated that when the engine is not started there are no brakes, and the pedal goes to the floor. This happened when the van drifts back by taking it out of gear, consumer states vehicle is equipped with hydroboost brakes and this problem with the vehicle should not be happening.*th
Consumer stated that when the engine is not started there are no brakes, and the pedal goes to the floor. This happened when the van drifts back by taking it out of gear, consumer states vehicle is equipped with hydroboost brakes and this problem with the vehicle should not be happening.*th
When the brakes were applied, it took longer for the vehicle to stop.the consumer stated the vehicle vibrated to the point where the windows rattled when the brakes were applied. Also the power steering pump shaft was replaced.
Power steering and brake failure without warning .no accident,vehicle was starting out from parked position, when power steering unit failed,which also caused the brakes to fail. Driver was able to get the vehicle stopped. This resulted in the vehicle having to be towed and repair bill of $ 571 dollars. Had the vehicle been out in traffic moving, it could have resulted in a bad accident. This was without any known previous indication or warning. No lights or warning signal of any type.
Power steering failed, drive shaft in pump broke, causing brakes to fail. No accident.vehicle was being backed out of parking space. Vehicle towed to garage and repaired with new power steering pump installed.
Replaced carburetor, ignition coil and rotor. Steering fluid pump leaks, rust coming through paint, doors do not lock manuallyand can not open back hatch.
Bumper fractured like glass when bumped by a vw leaving sharp edges and material dangerous to passersby.the temperatures were in the mid twenties and clearly within the design parameters of the component.gm representatives hold that this is not a defect when the bumper not only failed to perform in a minimally acceptable way but in fact rendered the vehicle a hazard to pedestrians.dt
Brakes faulty. Brand new pads installed last week all around adjusted and dealer claims all is well but problem still exists.it takes an extreme amount of force applied to the pedal to stop this vehicle, noticed at 35k. Dangerous and not easy to get used to.in addition, windshield leaks on the top drivers side and the rear right door handle is failing on back dutch doors now at 65k.also, both power door actuators on the drivers side and the passenger side failed completely at 34k.
Dt: 2001 gm safari.the consumerstates the brakes will not work for a couple of seconds and vehiclecould slide into the intersection.wife was scared to drive the car. The consumerwent to different dealers, they told himthat it may bethat the wheels needed to be repacked. . the consumer took vehicletook to local repair shop, the consumerwas told theynever heardof such a thing.the vehicle had 58,000 miles.brake failure started within months after the consumerpurchasedthe vehicle.brakes became worse. The consumercould not keep front tires from wearing out.
Pulled over to change a flat tire, found four way flashers and brake light do not work. Forcing the flasher switch left allows brake lights to function
The engines revs up when vehicle jumps forward. One time, when driving to mailbox to retrieve mail, caused my arm to hit window frame and bruise.four days ago i was behind a car at stop light.jumped 3 to 5 feet.could have easily hit vehicle in front of me.brought to dealership for repair.told me that it was a normal occurrence and to press hard on brake when stopped!this is ridiculous.i believe i was applying enough pressure and the engine shouldn't behave as though i have suddenly gassed it.i am afraid of this vehicle!don't feel safe.also chokes when accelerating to merge onto freeway.tried to trade in in nov. Dec. But wanted me to pay addtional $3,000.please help.thankstried to.
When braking, the cruise control failed to disengage.....also will not disengage when switched off. Engine revs up to 3,000 rpms.
Passenger side power window goes part way down, will not go out - intermittent problem increased to permanent problem. Now goes down maybe 1/2 inch, only goes up 1/32 inch at a time.has been repaired twice, needs repair again.i purchased the vehicle used in 6/03, not long after that, problem surfaced in increasing regularity. When i had problem repaired by dealer in 1/04, i was told this had been repaired before. Items repaired / replaced, were:1314wsc95 - electrical misc.po45391- motorpo45386- actuator several rivets. The repair facility described the window problem as "binding", and a also found that the door lock was not activating properly due to a door lock mechanism problem (the actuator) as having an "internal short".the repair of 1/04 was good for about 14 months (dealer refused to warrant work), when in 3/05, the problem had gradually returned. When i asked the dealer if this was a common problem, he said it was not.i recently decided to look into the problem as i am about to have it repaired again, and see that the passenger windows on gmc vans have been a problem for a long time.i believe the malfunctioning window is a hazard, as it creates a dangerous situation for the driver when distracted by a malfunctioning window, which is used to protect the vehicles occupants from weather, smoke, dust and dirt, wind and even potential criminals.my attention has been drawn away from the normal hazards of urban and highway driving by the distraction of a malfunctioning window.why has this been allowed to be a prolific problem for so long?i wonder just how many complaints you have received on this issue? does someone have to actually die before you take action?
Brakes faulty. Brand new pads installed last week all around adjusted and dealer claims all is well but problem still exists.it takes an extreme amount of force applied to the pedal to stop this vehicle, noticed at 35k. Dangerous and not easy to get used to.in addition, windshield leaks on the top drivers side and the rear right door handle is failing on back dutch doors now at 65k.also, both power door actuators on the drivers side and the passenger side failed completely at 34k.
Brakes faulty. Brand new pads installed last week all around adjusted and dealer claims all is well but problem still exists.it takes an extreme amount of force applied to the pedal to stop this vehicle, noticed at 35k. Dangerous and not easy to get used to.in addition, windshield leaks on the top drivers side and the rear right door handle is failing on back dutch doors now at 65k.also, both power door actuators on the drivers side and the passenger side failed completely at 34k.
Every winter windshield wipers become frozenand obstruct the driver's view. Also theengine stalled at any speed.. Also the dash lights work intermittently.
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