Power Train Related Problems of the 1997 GMC Safari

Table 1 shows seven common power train related problems of the 1997 GMC Safari. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the transmission failure (four problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 1997 GMC Safari

The Automatic Transmission problem

1997 GMC Safari complete power failure which negates power steering, power brakes, and is a danger to me and my family! I never know when the power will go out. It has gone out on at least 10 occasions since I purchased the vehicle.   Read details...

The Transmission Failure problem

1997 GMC Safari transmission failure. Sun gear shell failure caused no reverse, second or overdrive on this vehicle.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Cooler problem

This problem rless than 30 days after purchasing the van, it was supposed to have been fixed at the original dealership 12k ago, but this problem has reocurred. In addition, have had a power window motor go out, blower fan burn up, transmission fluid leaks after being serviced by dealership and   Read details...


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