Door Latch problems of the 1998 GMC Safari

Two problems related to door latch have been reported for the 1998 GMC Safari. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Door Latch problem

Failure Date: 05/15/2004

Vehicle is experiencing a lot of electrical problems. The driver's side window will not go up and down, and it makes a horrible noise. Door locks lock and unlock inadvertently. Windshield wipers only work when it is not raining. The heat and air conditioner blower only operate through the defroster. Also, unless consumer keeps foot on the accelerator the battery almost dies.

2 Door Latch problem

Failure Date: 06/25/2002

Back door lock broke without any force, unable to open back door.


Other Latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 1998 GMC Safari

Door Latch problems
2
Hood Latch problems
1


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