Wheel Bolts Problems of GMC Safari

GMC Safari owners have reported 4 problems related to wheel bolts (under the wheel 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 Wheel Bolts problem of the 1998 GMC Safari

Failure Date: 12/01/1998

Lug nut missing and front wheel bearing nut loose. Yh.

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2 Wheel Bolts problem of the 1998 GMC Safari

Failure Date: 11/20/1998

While traveling approximately 70mph right front wheel came off with 21,000 miles on vehicle due to 5 bolts shearing off. Maintained control of vehicle. Took damaged parts to manufacturer & was informed that it was not their problem. Has all reports pertaining to bolts. Called hotline & left several messages.

3 Wheel Bolts problem of the 1998 GMC Safari

Failure Date: 11/20/1998

While traveling on the highway at705mph, front passenger's side wheel separated from the rotor because all five lugs, nuts, & bolts came off. Dealer has been contacted. Manufacturer was informed & declared not their problem.

4 Wheel Bolts problem of the 1997 GMC Safari

Failure Date: 06/29/1997

Going 65mph south bound; tractor north bound; front rear tire bolts came off; tire came off tractor & hit van on bumper; air bags did not deploy upon impact; vehicle filled up w/white cloud that smelled; seat belts & abs worked fine.

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Other Common Wheel related problems of GMC Safari

Problem Category Number of Problems
Wheel Bolts problems
4
Wheel problems
2
Wheel Rim problems
2


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