1985 GMC Safari Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1985 GMC Safari has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Latches/Locks/Linkages (1 report).

2Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Safari?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1985 GMC Safari recalls

Seats

Recall 93V187Nov 16, 1993604,207 vehicles affected

Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)

Recall 85V160Dec 3, 198526,741 vehicles affected

Most common 1985 GMC Safari problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Latches/Locks/Linkages1
Engine And Engine Cooling1

What owners report

1997-03-14, Latches/Locks/Linkages
OWNER STATES UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE IT CAUGHT ON FIRE.THE FIRE STARTED FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE, BUT THE CAUSE HAS BEEN UNDETERMINED, OWNER ALSO NOTES THAT BECAUSE OF THE WAY THE HOOD LATCH ON THIS VEHICLE IS MADE HE HAD A HARD TIME IN LIFTING THE HOOD. *AK

1985 GMC Safari questions

Does the 1985 GMC Safari have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1985 GMC Safari: Seats; Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion). Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1985 GMC Safari?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Latches/Locks/Linkages (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1985 GMC Safari has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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