Suspension Related Problems of the 2002 GMC Safari

Table 1 shows four common suspension related problems of the 2002 GMC Safari. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension wheel bearing (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension hub (one problem).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of GMC Safari


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2002 GMC Safari

The Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problem

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.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Hub problem

When backing out of garage brakes failed and the pedal went all the way to the floor. Dealer told me there was no brake problems, but could be abs sensors rusted or had dirt build up. The dealer cleaned abs sensors and sprayed a rust inhibitor on sensors and hubs , and said they hoped this would   Read details...

The Front Suspension Upper Ball Joint problem

The vehicles front suspension upper ball joint failed causing the drivers tires to wear prematurely. Dealer has been notified. M please provide any further details. .   Read details...


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