Power Train Related Problems of the 1999 GMC Safari

Table 1 shows ten common power train related problems of the 1999 GMC Safari. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the driveshaft (three problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 1999 GMC Safari

The Automatic Transmission problem

This morning (5/4/05) while driving my 1999 GMC Safari, I experienced a jolt and a high rpm rev and a long 1-2 shift. I got to my destination (1/4 mile up the road) and then discovered that I had no reverse. I immediately drove to the dealer (a 6-mile drive).   Read details...

The Driveshaft problem

While driving over 50 mph vehicle vibrated. Consumer was in touch with the dealer and manufacturer, but the problem still existed. Consumer stated that the driveshaft was the problem, yet they won't do anything about it.   Read details...

The Transmission Failure problem

1999 GMC Safari transmission failure. See gm TSB #00-07-30-002 dated 11/2000. 1st-2nd late shift, reverse, 2nd, & 4th gear caused immediate failure. All required transmission service performed by dealer on this vehicle.   Read details...


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