2000 GMC Safari (gmc) Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 17, 2011 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Safari (gmc) years
Not enough data 2nd of 11 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 GMC Safari (gmc). That ranks 2nd out of 11 Safari (gmc) model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (4 complaints, 80%), typically at around 103,909 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2000 GMC Safari (gmc) problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic4 · ~103,909 mi
Fuel System, Gasoline1 · ~115,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes, Hydraulic480%103,909——
Fuel System, Gasoline120%115,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2007, with 2 complaints
2006: 1200612007: 2200722008: 1200812011: 120111

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2000 GMC Safari (gmc) recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 GMC Safari (gmc).

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 gmc safari. The contact stated while towing a boat, upon placing the vehicle in reverse with the brake depressed, the brake pedal went to the floor. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who performed a diagnosed, which revealed that the rear brake lines were corroded. The…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Aug 17, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10419874

Abs, when braking at slower speeds the abs activates and brake pedal pulsates making it very very difficult to stop. Happens every time we stop in good or bad weather. *tr

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Jun 16, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10231153

Fuel pump went out at 4,500 miles dealer replaced with new fuel pump, then it went out again around 5,000 miles. Replaced fuel pump again then at 115,000 miles fuel pump again went out. Dealer acted like that's no surprise to him. *tr

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Aug 27, 2007 · NHTSA complaint 10200879

Total brake failure during low speed, hard left turn into parking space on dry pavement. Brake pedal went to floor, pulsing. Vehicle continued into concrete barrier. Exterior damage: bumper, grill, and hood crumpled. Interior damage to engine compartment unk. No repairs attempted at this time…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Aug 16, 2007 · NHTSA complaint 10199745

Dt*: the contact stated while applying brake pressure at 10mph or less, the antilock brakes pulsated which increased stopping distance. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who was unable to duplicate the problem. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop who determined that the wheel…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Aug 1, 2006 · NHTSA complaint 10164087

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 GMC Safari (gmc)?

Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2000 GMC Safari (gmc)?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2000 GMC Safari (gmc) a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Safari (gmc) model years, the 2000 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.