2005 GMC Safari Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Safari years
- Not enough data 11th of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 GMC Safari. That ranks 11th out of 11 Safari model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 185 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 2 | 50% | 185 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 50% | 185 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 25% | 185 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 25% | 185 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 25% | 185 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 GMC Safari recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2005 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.
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2005 safari with defective frame**nar**cc the frame holding the a frame had rusted through, which allowed the bolt holding the a frame to cut its way through the frame and drop the lower a frame. The consumer stated the frame dropped while backing out of a parking spot. *jb
Driver noticed that the steering system did not work properly. It took approximately four to five attempts to make a complete u-turn. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic claimed that it was normal. *ak
1. The breaking system is real bad that caused a great shaking in the stirring wheel. 2. Unusual sound in the back of the van 3. Rattling noise in the shelves 4. Stirring wheel is not working good when making a u-turn, i need several attempts before making a complete u-turn. 5. Noise in the…
Other GMC Safari years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 4 | 0 |
| 2004 Safari | 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 2005 GMC Safari?
Owners most often report steering, structure, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2005 GMC Safari?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2005 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 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.