1990 GMC Safari Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1990 GMC Safari. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- SeatsCovers: GMC Safari 1985–1991, Chevrolet Astro 1985–1991, Suburban 1989–1990 +1 more
Reported issue: The recliner mechanism and the seat frame may have foam and/or vinyl between them, creating a "soft" joint. This "soft" joint results in lower than specified bolt torque which leads to joint looseness, causing bolt fatigue and eventual bolt failure.
Possible consequence: If bolt failure occurs to the driver's seat, it wouldallow the seat back to suddenly recline, and could result in loss of vehiclecontrol and a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Remedy: Dealers will remove the foam and/or vinyl from between the recliner mechanism and the seat frame "soft" joint and replace the recliner bolts.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › RotorCovers: GMC Safari 1988–1992, Chevrolet Blazer 1988–1992, Suburban 1988–1992 +6 more
Reported issue: Severe corrosion due to road salt at the joint of the stamped steel center section and the cast outer section can cause the sections to separate.
Possible consequence: Separation of the rotor sections can cause loss ofbraking ability in the affected wheel. This could result in increased stoppingdistance and/or loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Remedy: Replace the front brake rotors with new rotors with a corrosion protection coating. However, if replacement of brake linings are necessary, it will be done at owner's expense since brake linings are normal maintenance items.
- Seat belts › Front › AnchorageCovers: GMC Safari 1989–1991, Ford Aerostar 1989–1991, Chevrolet Astro 1989–1991 +1 more
Reported issue: Seat belt anchorage bar for rear sofa failed to sustain loads required by fmvss 210.
Possible consequence: Vehicles would not comply with fmvss 210.
Remedy: Replace noncomplying sofa bar with bar that meets requirements.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: GMC Safari 1990, Chevrolet Astro 1990
Reported issue: Fuel return hoses may break at either crimped coupling, causing a leakage of fuel.
Possible consequence: In the event of a fuel return line separation, a fuelleak occurring in the presence of an ignition source could cause a fire.
Remedy: Install a properly crimped fuel return hose.
← All problems reported for the 1990 GMC Safari
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.