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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%)

Chart based on 24 repairs.
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GMC Safari engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (43%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $100 (14%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 GMC Safari 3dr Minivan

190-horsepower 4.3L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

104000 mi

US $560
Replaced all fuel injectors (one failed). New injector failed, mechanic had to repeat job at no cost to me. 
20000 mi replaced waterpump under warranty 
100000 mi

US $600
replaced radiator (may have been cracked or weakened from earlier accident),replaced pinion seal. 
150000 mi

US $400
replaced o2 sensors, Mass airflow sensors 
215000 mi

US $400
replaced fuel pump 

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2002 GMC Safari

Engine not specified

171000 mi Fuel pump was replaced 

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2002 GMC Safari 3dr Minivan

190-horsepower 4.3L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

180000 mi

US $850
Fuel Pump went out...car was dead. Outrageous price of parts...$550 for the fuel pump part.. $300 labor even on 3rd party part. Getting sticker shock on parts pricing. 

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2001 GMC Safari 3dr Minivan

190-horsepower 4.3L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

174000 mi

US $446
Idler pulley replaced 

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GMC Safari Engine Problems

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