CarRecallWatchThe 1988 GMC Safari has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (2 reports).
2Recalls
7Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1988 GMC Safari recalls
Most common 1988 GMC Safari problems
Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
What owners report
THE FRONT SEAT BELTS WERE INOPERATIVE. *JB
THE BOLTS ON THE POWER STEERING BOX SNAPPED OFF. *JB
STEERING WHEEL: DRIVING ALONG AND BUSHINGS FELL OUT OF TILT STEERING WHEEL COUPLING, AND STEERING WHEEL DROPPED IN CONSUMERS LAP. *AK *JB
RECALL REPAIRS DONE ON BROKEN SEAT BOLT, BUT DEALER CHARGED CONSUMER.
(7) OF (8) SEAT BELTS WILL NOT LOCK. BELT IS VERY LOOSE, ALLOWING ALOT OF MOVEMENT AND (1) 0F (8) SEAT BELT BUCKLES DOES NOT LATCH. PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED. *AK
1988 GMC Safari questions
Does the 1988 GMC Safari have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1988 GMC Safari: Seats; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 GMC Safari?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (2), Steering (2), Latches/Locks/Linkages (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 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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