Does the 1990 GMC Safari have any recalls?

The 1990 GMC Safari has 1 recall on file with NHTSA, including issues with service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor.

How many complaints have been filed for the 1990 GMC Safari?

44 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1990 GMC Safari.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1990 GMC Safari?

There are 6 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 1990 GMC Safari.

1990 GMC Safari Service and Repair Manual

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1990 GMC Safari service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and reference wiring diagrams and system sections quickly while you work.

What’s included

Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

Trims covered

Base Extended Cargo Van 3-Door
Base Standard Cargo Van 3-Door
SLX Standard Passenger Van 3-Door
SLE Standard Passenger Van 3-Door
SLT Standard Passenger Van 3-Door
SLT Extended Passenger Van 3-Door
SLX Extended Passenger Van 3-Door
SLE Extended Passenger Van 3-Door

Engines covered

4.3L 262Cu. In. V6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
2.5L 2474CC 151Cu. In. l4 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

1990 GMC Safari Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #93V11900002/08/1993Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR

SEVERE CORROSION DUE TO ROAD SALT AT THE JOINT OF THE STAMPED STEEL CENTER SECTION AND THE CAST OUTER SECTION CAN CAUSE THE SECTIONS TO SEPARATE.

Consequence

SEPARATION OF THE ROTOR SECTIONS CAN CAUSE LOSS OFBRAKING ABILITY IN THE AFFECTED WHEEL. THIS COULD

Remedy

REPLACE THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WITH NEW ROTORS WITH A CORROSION PROTECTION COATING. HOWEVER, IF REPL

TSB #10028790

GENERAL MOTORS: ON ALL 1988-2009 FULL SIZE CHEVROLET/GMC PICKUPS, UTILITIES AND VANS, THE BRAKE PEDAL WILL MOVE DOWN OR SELF APPLY DURING FULL LOCK TURNS OR NEAR FULL LOCK TURNS. CHEVROLET ASTRO AND GMC SAFARI VANS; HUMMER 2 ARE INCLUDED. *

TSB #10007838

DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION FOR INTERMITTENT TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFT, SLIP, BUSY/CYCLING TCC OR NOISY COOLING FAN. *TT

TSB #10007244

WINDOW REGULATOR MOTOR DOES NOT FIT. *TT

TSB #634999

DIAGNOSIS OF CRACKED OR BROKEN TRANSMISSION CASE. *TT 2006 AND PRIOR CARS AND LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS. *TT

TSB #39304

COLD ENGINE KNOCK. *TW

TSB #37942

TRANSMISSION EXTENTION SEAL LEAKS. *TW

19950810Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITEDCrash reported1 injured

THE BRAKES ARE ABS AND THEY FAILED. THE BRAKES LOCKED AND COULD NOT STOP THE TRUCK. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

19950322Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITEDCrash reported

IN PANIC STOP ABS BRAKES FAILED, VEHICLE ROLLED FORWARD, CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE,ONCE RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT, ALSO ABS LIGHT CAME ON. *AK

20020422Component: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

CONSUMER DISCOVERED THAT THE POWER DRIVER SEAT WOULD ROCK BACK AND FORTH WHEN THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED TOO QUICKLY, CONSUMER THOUGHT THAT A MOUNTING BOLT WAS LOOSE, HE THEN TILTED THE SEAT BACK AND INS

20010803Component: STEERING:LINKAGES:ARM:IDLER AND ATTACHMENT

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING ALONG AND MADE A STOP; THEN, PUT VEHICLE IN REVERSE AND IT MADE A LOUD NOISE, LATER SHE WAS TOLD THAT IDLE ARM HAD FALLEN OFF.*AK VEHICLE ALSO WOULD VIBRATE WHILE DRIVING AT 6

Showing the 4 most serious of 44 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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