1990 GMC Safari Seat belts Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 11%of 35 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the seat belts of the 1990 GMC Safari, 11% of the 35 complaints for this model year. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The 2 front safety belts dont work properly, if you lean forward the shoulder belt stay loose and don't come back against the passenger, also a rear lap belt which is supposed to be able to retract and lock into place after it is pulled all the way out does not work. I had contacted GM a couple years ago and they said they would make a note of it but would not offer to fix them. I think beings this is a safety issue they should repair it. The belts have been like this ever since we bought the van, it was a used vehicle, we didnt buy it new. …”
NHTSA complaint #721319, filed 2000-04“In dry weather applied the brakes and ABS light came on and there were no brakes, took to dealer and he replaced the computer system, the passenger's and midle bench seat belt buckles broke on three different occasions, the ECM failed when driving and the electric lock also failed.”
NHTSA complaint #807192, filed 1997-01“Was leaning forward with the seat belt on. Seat belt failed to lock up properly when this happens. Owner feels it would not be adequate protection if an accident occurs.”
NHTSA complaint #845354, filed 1999-08“The drivers seat belt will not come out of the retracting case and this is the second one installed in the vehicle. It cannot be worn. Please describe.”
NHTSA complaint #984247, filed 1996-05Related recalls
- 91V164000Sep 20, 1991Seat belt anchorage bar for rear sofa failed to sustain loads required by fmvss 210.Covers: GMC Safari 1989–1991, Ford Aerostar 1989–1991, Chevrolet Astro 1989–1991 +1 more
Seat belts: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 | 6% |
| 2001 | 1 | 3% |
| 2000 | 2 | 3% |
| 1999 | 6 | 10% |
| 1998 | 2 | 2% |
| 1997 | 8 | 6% |
| 1996 | 7 | 5% |
| 1995 | 5 | 3% |
| 1994 | 2 | 2% |
| 1993 | 1 | 2% |
| 1992 | 3 | 5% |
| 1991 | 4 | 10% |
| 1990 | 4 | 11% |
| 1989 | 5 | 28% |
| 1988 | 2 | 29% |
| 1987 | 2 | 18% |
| 1986 | 1 | 14% |
Other parts of the 1990 GMC Safari
15 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsSeats
4 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaints
← 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.
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