Seat Belt Problems of GMC Safari

GMC Safari owners have reported 29 seat belt related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common seat belt problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's front seat belt buckle assembly (6 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's rear seat belt (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Seat Belt problems of GMC Safari

The Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly problem

While driving driver's seat belt unbuckled on its own. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the seat belt buckle needed to be replaced. Then, driver noticed that the turn signal and brake lights were inoperative.   Read details...

The Rear Seat Belt problem

Purchased booster seats for our grandchildren. A certified inspector showed us that all four rear seat belts do not lock when pulled quickly indicating that the seatbelts would not restrain the child in an accident (or an adult either). Took the vehicle back to the dealer.   Read details...

The Front Seat Belt Anchorage problem

Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision at 35 mph. Upon impact, neither air bag deployed. Dealer and manufacturer were not notified at this time. Consumer stated that the right front belt failed to hold.   Read details...

The Front Seat Belt Warning Light problem

Received recall notice 01v123000. Contacted dealership. Was informed by mechanic that parts for seat belt warning module were on back order.   Read details...

The Front Seat Belt Retractor problem

The seat belt on the passenger's side will not pull out of the retractor. The dealer is aware of the problem. Part was ordered to correct seat belt problem. Consumer also experiencing a problem with sticking of the accelerator pedal. Please describe details.   Read details...




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