2001 GMC Safari Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 10%of 39 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 80,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2001 GMC Safari, 10% of the 39 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 80,000 miles. 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.
“Whenever I press the brake pedal while the hazard warning flashers are on, the fuse blows. I have replaced the fuse repeatedly after such occasions, but fortunately no accident has occurred.”
NHTSA complaint #10114249, filed 2005-03, 80,000 miles“While driving driver's seat belt unbuckled on its own. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the seat belt buckle needed to be replaced. Then, driver noticed that the turn signal and brake lights were inoperative. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic informed determined that the brake light and turn signal flasher switch needed to be replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10115428, filed 2005-03“Another individual informed the driver that the left and right front side brake lights failed to come on. Driver took vehicle to the dealer, and mechanic informed the driver that this vehicle was not recalled due to VIN.”
NHTSA complaint #10115714, filed 2005-03Related recalls
- 05V099000Mar 14, 2005On certain minivans, the multifunction switch may develop an open circuit condition in the stop lamp or hazard lamp circuit that results in the stop lamps and…Covers: GMC Safari 2001–2002, Chevrolet Astro 2001–2002
Related service bulletins
- 10249011Jan 12, 2024This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10232136Feb 15, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10200151Jun 21, 2021This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10169354Nov 12, 2019This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10155009Dec 13, 2018This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10116890Feb 12, 2016This informational bulletin provides an out line on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage and what should be considered warranty replacement and not
- 10116874Feb 8, 2016This informational bulletin provides information on exterior lamp condinsation and replacement guidelines
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 1 | 4% |
| 2001 | 4 | 10% |
| 2000 | 5 | 7% |
| 1999 | 1 | 2% |
| 1998 | 1 | 1% |
| 1997 | 2 | 1% |
| 1996 | 1 | 1% |
| 1995 | 2 | 1% |
| 1993 | 1 | 2% |
| 1991 | 1 | 3% |
| 1990 | 1 | 3% |
| 1989 | 1 | 6% |
| 1986 | 1 | 14% |
Other parts of the 2001 GMC Safari
14 complaintsElectrical system
9 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsInterior lighting
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology