Tailgate Latch Problems of GMC Safari

GMC Safari owners have reported 2 problems related to tailgate latch (under the latches/locks/linkage category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of GMC Safari based on all problems reported for the Safari.

1 Tailgate Latch problem of the 2001 GMC Safari

Failure Date: 07/19/2004

Replaced carburetor, ignition coil and rotor. Steering fluid pump leaks, rust coming through paint, doors do not lock manuallyand can not open back hatch.

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2 Tailgate Latch problem of the 1997 GMC Safari

Failure Date: 02/23/1998

While loading groceries the tailgate of the van failed ,and closed on consumer,s neck, resulting in injuties. Dealer has been contacted.

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Other Common Latches/locks/linkage related problems of GMC Safari

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Door Latch problems	14
Tailgate Latch problems	2
Latches/locks/linkage problems	1
Hood Latch problems	1

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