1994 GMC Safari vs 1996 GMC Safari
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1994 GMC Safari | 1996 GMC Safari |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 119 | 139 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 23 | 46 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 93,615 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Safari | GMC Safari |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 37 | 27 |
| Visibility | 30 | 33 |
| Suspension | 15 | 29 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 12 |
| Equipment | 6 | 11 |
| Steering | 5 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 10 |
| Structure | 3 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 5 | 8 |
1994 GMC Safari
1996 GMC Safari
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.