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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2004 GMC Safari recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2004 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component2
NHTSA recalls data · as of 2026-10-26| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 |
Safety recalls2
NHTSA recalls data · as of 2026-10-26| May 19, 200606E043000 | Fuel system, gasolineTHIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. DetailsHide details for campaign 06E043000
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| Mar 23, 200606E026000 | Exterior lightingWITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING. DetailsHide details for campaign 06E026000
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Owner complaints by component5
NHTSA complaints data · as of 2026-10-26| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment:appliance:air conditioner | 1 | 20 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 | 20 |
| Power train | 1 | 20 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | 20 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip | 1 | 20 |
| Steering: steering wheel/handle bar | 1 | 20 |
| Suspension | 1 | 20 |
| Suspension:rear | 1 | 20 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Service brakes
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc safari awd. The contact was driving approximately 3-5 mph and coming to a stop when the abs activated abnormally and caused the brakes to pulsate.”
- Fuel system
“Tl*the contact owns a 2004 gmc safari. The contact stated that the vacuum hose failed in her vehicle. She took the vehicle to a mechanic, who discovered a hole in the air conditioning line.”
- Suspension:rear
“The rear end was making a noise and was taken to the car dealer checked the vehicle. The dealer said that the problem was with the carrier bearings and the ring & pinion (factory defect).”
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2004 GMC Safari recall questions
How many recalls does the 2004 GMC Safari have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2004 GMC Safari. The most recent, 06E043000 (reported May 19, 2006), concerns fuel system, gasoline. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2004 GMC Safari?
Equipment:appliance:air conditioner is the most-reported component, named in 1 complaint out of 5 filed with NHTSA (20%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2004 GMC Safari?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the GMC recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised GMC dealer.
Recall guides
- What to do if your car has an open recallBooking the free repair, what the dealer can charge, loaners, parts delays and the 60-day rule in federal law.
- Are recalls free, and do they expire?The 15-year rule, the tire deadlines, second owners, out-of-warranty cars and what “free” actually covers.
- “Park outside” and “do not drive” recallsWhat the two strongest recall warnings mean, what to do the same day, and the newest campaigns that carry them.
- Recall reimbursement: getting paid back for a repairPaid for the fix before the recall? The eligibility window, the receipts you need and the 60-day answer rule.
Check a specific GMC by VIN
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