1987 GMC Safari Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1987 GMC Safari recalls

Most common 1987 GMC Safari problems

Problem areas named in the 11 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine And Engine Cooling	6
Steering	3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2
Fuel System, Gasoline	2
Structure	2
Seat Belts	2
Power Train	1
Tires	1
Equipment	1
Suspension	1

What owners report

2007-04-18, Structure
CUSTOMER WANTS TO KNOW HOW TO REPLACE THE DOOR HANDLES ON A 1987 SAFARI VAN**CC *JB

2003-06-05, Seat Belts
THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION, AND THE SEAT BELT DID NOT PERFORM AS DESIGNED. *JB

2000-08-23, Vehicle Speed Control
CONSUMER WAS BACKING INTO GARAGE, PUT GEAR SHIFT INTO PARK AND VEHICLE TOOK OFF BACKWARDS SECOND TIME WHILE WAITING FOR SOME PEOPLE TO CROSS. CONSUMER'S FOOT WAS STILL ON THE BRAKES AND TIRES WERE SPINNING. CONSUMER HAD TO PUT CAR IN NEUTRAL TO GET IT TO STOP.*AK

1999-09-29, Engine And Engine Cooling
MANY OTHER OCCURANCES CAN'T FIND ANY USED PARTS ANYWHERE RECYCLERS SAY VERY POPULAR OCCURANCE

1999-09-29, Engine And Engine Cooling
NO SUMMARY.

1987 GMC Safari questions

Does the 1987 GMC Safari have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1987 GMC Safari: Seats. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1987 GMC Safari?

Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (6), Steering (3), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1987 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.