1996 GMC Safari suspension problems
29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 1996 GMC Safari — 21% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Gmc safari van was parked in driveway, next morning it was discovered that the front had collapsed and was just 2 inches off the pavement, inner fenders were touching the tires. Discovered that the torsion bars had failed, dealer said repairs will be $1000, part has been redesigned and has a new…”
filed Jun 29, 2006
“While driving 25 mph consumer heard a booming noise coming from the front of the vehicle. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and pulled over. Consumer noticed that passenger side torsion bar broke. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that…”
filed Apr 26, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other Safari years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Safari | 4 | 16% |
| 2000 Safari | 3 | 4% |
| 1999 Safari | 2 | 3% |
| 1998 Safari | 6 | 7% |
| 1997 Safari | 5 | 4% |
| 1995 Safari | 33 | 17% |
| 1994 Safari | 15 | 13% |
| 1993 Safari | 7 | 11% |
| 1992 Safari | 11 | 19% |
| 1991 Safari | 1 | 3% |
| 1990 Safari | 2 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1996 GMC Safari
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.