Complaints
256
Crashes
48
Fires
6
Injuries
12
Fatalities
1
Recalls
0
Worst 1995 GMC Safari Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#139 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Avg mileage:84,678 mi
Crash-related:6
#228 complaints
Suspension:Front:Springs:Torsion Bar
Avg mileage:87,658 mi
#323 complaints
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1995 GMC Safari.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 39 | 6 | — | 84,678 mi | |
| Suspension:Front:Springs:Torsion Bar | 28 | — | — | 87,658 mi | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer | 23 | 1 | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 13 | 11 | — | 93,000 mi | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 7 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Air:Antilock | 5 | 2 | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve) | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Brake Master Cylinder | 2 | 1 | — | — |
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
39
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
—
Avg Miles
84,678
Suspension:Front:Springs:Torsion Bar
28
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
87,658
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
23
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
13
complaints
Crashes
11
Fires
—
Avg Miles
93,000
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
7
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Door
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brake Master Cylinder
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1995 GMC Safari — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1995 GMC Safari reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 1995 GMC Safari has 256 NHTSA complaints, 48 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip with 39 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1995 GMC Safari?
Top reported problems: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (39 complaints, avg 84,678 mi); Suspension:Front:Springs:Torsion Bar (28 complaints, avg 87,658 mi); Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer (23 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1995 GMC Safari?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 87,073 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1995 GMC Safari?
NHTSA complaints for the 1995 GMC Safari include 48 crash-related reports, 6 fire reports, 12 injuries, and 1 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1995 GMC Safari have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1995 GMC Safari as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1995 GMC Safari?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 1995 GMC Safari shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full GMC Safari reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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