One problem related to steering idler arm has been reported for the 1998 GMC Safari. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Tire wear, outside edge right front. Idler arms worn out at 18,000 miles, pulling wheel out of alignment, causing excessive wear to tires. Full set of tires and brakes replaced at 18,000 miles.
| Steering problems | |
| Power Steering Pump problems | |
| Steering Gear Box problems | |
| Steering Idler Arm problems |