GMC Safari owners have reported 34 vehicle speed control related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common vehicle speed control problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's accelerator pedal (9 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's cruise control (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
When the vehicle was driven forward, the gas pedal would stick and hard pressure had to be applied in order for the pedal to work. Caution was used when the vehicle was pulled forward because there was a loss of power. Read details...
Tl *- the contact called regarding a 1996 GMC Safari van. The contact was traveling at 25 mph and when he approached a stop sign the cruise control engaged. His foot remained on the brakes, but the vehicle continued into the intersection and was hit by another vehicle. Read details...
While driving at 25 mph engine idled, causing the driver to put the vehicle in neutral. Consumer contacted dealer on three separate occasions, but the problem still occurs. Read details...
Throttle cable frayed causing extreme and unwarranted acceleration from 65 mph fwy speed to 90 mph and then stuck open at this point. Braking extremely difficult due to speed, however managed to reduce speed to point of being able to place gear in nuetral position and stop. Read details...
Intermittently rear windshield wipers become inoperable, obstructing driver's view. The accelerator cable was replaced twice. The alternator was replaced three times. The water pump was replaced twice. The driver's side power window motor was replaced and the passenger side needs to be replaced. Read details...