Steering Related Problems of the 2002 GMC Safari

Table 1 shows two common steering related problems of the 2002 GMC Safari.

Table 1. Steering related problems of GMC Safari

Problem Category Number of Problems
Steering Idler Arm problems
1
Power Steering Pump problems
1

Steering Idler Arm problem #1

The contact owns a 2002 GMC Safari. While driving 5 or 6 mph, it took 40-50 feet before the contact could stop the vehicle. A mechanic stated that both the passenger and driver side wheel bearings and idler arms needed to be replaced. The local mechanic performed the repairs. GMC denied him reimbursement because they did not make the repair. The consumer had the repairs made a an independent shop the current mileage was 28,550 and failure mileage was 28,530. Updated 5/5/08 updated.

Power Steering Pump problem #2

While drivingf 60-65 mph power assist pump failed, causing loss of steering and braking, the dealer was contacted.


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