Suspension Related Problems of the 1996 GMC Safari

Table 1 shows five common suspension related problems of the 1996 GMC Safari. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension torsion bar (23 problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension (four problems).


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 1996 GMC Safari

The Suspension Torsion Bar problem

: the contact stated while driving 75 mph, a loud noise was heard and the contact lost control of the vehicle. It was maneuvered off the road and stopped. The vehicle was towed to a residence where a dealer representative came for an inspection and determined the passenger side torsion bar   Read details...

The Front Suspension problem

Vehicle pulls hard to right, excessive effort to maintain control, all speeds, dealer has made several attempts to correct problem, still exists.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Upper Ball Joint problem

While driving 45 mph front upper ball joints broke. As a result, vehicle swerved out of control. Consumer was able to gain control and stop.   Read details...


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