2004 GMC Safari Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Safari years
- Not enough data 10th of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 GMC Safari. That ranks 10th out of 11 Safari model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (2 complaints, 40%), typically at around 8,506 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 GMC Safari problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 2 | 40% | 8,506 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 20% | 134,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 20% | 134,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 20% | 17,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 20% | 180,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 20% | 6,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 GMC Safari recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2004 GMC Safari.
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 2004 gmc safari awd. The contact was driving approximately 3-5 mph and coming to a stop when the abs activated abnormally and caused the brakes to pulsate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they advised the contact that the hubs needed to be replaced. The…
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 gmc safari. The contact stated that the vacuum hose failed in her vehicle. She took the vehicle to a mechanic, who discovered a hole in the air conditioning line. The failure was caused by the air conditioning line rubbing against the fuel line. The mechanic stated that…
The rear end was making a noise and was taken to the car dealer checked the vehicle. The dealer said that the problem was with the carrier bearings and the ring & pinion (factory defect). The vehicle has been making this noise since it was purchased and the warranty will not cover repairs. The cost…
Steering wheel of 2004 gmc safari is rapidly decaying. No cleaning chemicals have been used on the steering wheel. I work in an office, so there are no extraordinary chemicals on my hands. *nm
While parallel parking vehicle turned 90 degrees to the left within two-car lengths. Vehicle had been to the dealer on four occasions. Dealer checked the tire pressure, did a complete wheel alignment, and rotated the tires. But, problem still recurred. *ak
Other GMC Safari years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 Safari | 4 | 0 |
| 2004 | 5 | 0 |
| 2003 Safari | 18 | 1 |
| 2002 Safari | 25 | 1 |
| 2001 Safari | 39 | 1 |
| 2000 Safari | 68 | 0 |
| 1999 Safari | 61 | 1 |
| 1998 Safari | 89 | 3 |
| 1997 Safari | 135 | 4 |
| 1996 Safari | 139 | 4 |
| 1995 Safari | 195 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 GMC Safari?
Owners most often report suspension, equipment, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 GMC Safari?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2004 GMC Safari a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Safari model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.