GMC Safari
GMC Safari — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.
Generations of the GMC Safari
Every body generation side by side — each links to its full story: market prices, facelift changes, recalls and live listings.
| Generation | Facelift | Price today | Units for sale | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Generation 1 1996–2005 | — | — | 0 | 23 | 407 |
Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style. Price today — median asking prices across each generation's model years (current market).
Engines used in the Safari
Engine families this model shipped with, by NHTSA VIN build data — each links to every model that shares it.
| Engine | Years in this model | Also used in | VIN builds ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| GM 4.3L Vortec V6 | 1985–2005 | 21 models | 132 |
GMC Safari fuel economy: every year & engine (EPA) →
About the GMC Safari
The Chevrolet Astro is a minivan that was manufactured and marketed by the Chevrolet division of American auto manufacturer General Motors from 1985 to 2005. Sold alongside the GMC Safari, the Astro was marketed in multiple configurations, including passenger van and cargo van.
Source: Wikipedia — Chevrolet Astro, CC BY-SA.
Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Most reported |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 5 | 112 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Visibility |
| 1999 | 3 | 88 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Power Train |
| 2000 | 2 | 88 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Steering |
| 2001 | 3 | 49 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electrical System |
| 2002 | 3 | 32 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electrical System |
| 2003 | 3 | 27 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Air Bags |
| 2004 | 2 | 6 | Suspension, Service Brakes, Hydraulic |
| 2005 | 2 | 5 | Structure, Steering, Unknown Or Other |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.