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GMC Safari repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (4%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (42%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)

Other (0%)

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GMC Safari electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (10%)

$100 - $499 (60%)

< $100 (30%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 GMC Safari 3dr Minivan

190-horsepower 4.3L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

50 mi Failed Alternator 

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2003 GMC Safari 3dr Minivan

190-horsepower 4.3L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

42000 mi

US $225
replaced starter 
70000 mi

US $100
replaced blower motor 
120000 mi cracked vacumn line was preventing a/c / heat from blowing anywhere but on the glass, found hole replaced hose 
170000 mi replaced aftermarket starter, but found a rubbed through wire later, so starter may have been fine 
175000 mi

US $225
replaced STK alternator W/ aftermarket 
214000 mi

US $136
replaced aftermarket alternator with another after market alternator, (no choice) 

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2002 GMC Safari 3dr Minivan

190-horsepower 4.3L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

150000 mi

US $350
Window motor failed. $350 to replace part...failed in 18 months. They have apparently redesigned this part, but the replacement design is priced outrageously. 
180000 mi

US $550
Replacing 3rd failed window motor. Crazy pricing on these motors...part alone is $350 w/ regulator..$550 total...times 3...you can do the math. 

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2001 GMC Safari 3dr Minivan

190-horsepower 4.3L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

174000 mi

US $446
Blower Motor controller repaired. 

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GMC Safari Electrical Problems

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